COLLECTION OF VANITY ITEMS, CARTIER, 1940s

Comprising: a powder compact, measurements approximately 79mm x 63mm x 15mm and a cigarette case, measurements approximately 79mm x 65mm x 15mm, both signed Cartier London and numbered, British hallmarks for London, 1948, cased and leather travelling cases and a lighter, signed Cartier London, British hallmarks for London, 1949, suede pouch, part illustrated.

Full cataloguing: Comprising: a powder compact opening to reveal a single mirrored compartment, measurements approximately 79mm x 63mm x 15mm, signed Cartier London and numbered, British hallmarks for London, 1948, cased and leather travelling case; a cigarette case opening to reveal a single compartment, measurements approximately 79mm x 65mm x 15mm, signed Cartier London and numbered, British hallmarks for London, 1948, cased and leather travelling case and a lighter, signed Cartier London, British hallmarks for London, 1949, suede pouch. Powder compact: Stamped 9 and 375 for 9 carat gold. Numbered H6786. Weighing approximately 193 grams. Cigarette case: Stamped 9 and 375 for 9 carat gold. Numbered H?6809. Weighing approximately 158.3 grams. Lighter: Stamped 9 and 375 for 9 carat gold. Weighing approximately 60 grams. Set tarnished, could benefit from a professional clean. Scratches and indentations consistent with use on all pieces. Travelling cases and boxes scuffed. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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