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Platinum, gold and diamond wristwatch, Cartier, circa 1930
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
The rectangular dial with black roman numerals and blued steel hands framed by baguette, single-cut and round diamonds, the shoulders formed of flexible links set with single-cut and baguette diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 3.40 carats, completed by a black cord strap and a gold deployant buckle applied with black enamel, manual movement, dial signed Cartier, movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., French assay marks.
Condition
Good condition overall. Minute scratches to the silvered dial (seen under magnification) and minor losses to the blue finish on the minute hand. Nicking and scratching to the black enamel on the buckle. Manual movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc. Currently running and recently serviced by Cartier. French assay marks on case and buckle, caseback numbered faintly 19830 and 287 - -, deployant buckle numbered 1470, inner caseback numbered 19830 and 91329 and signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc. The diamonds are approximately G-H-I color, VS-SI clarity. Interior circumference approximately 6 inches (black cord could be replaced to adjust length).
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.