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Coral, Diamond and Enamel Rose Clip-Brooch, Cartier, Paris, Circa 1937
Estimate
7,500 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Cartier, Paris
- 18 karat gold,platinum,coral,diamond,enamel,clip-brooch
Depicting a hand holding a rose, composed of a carved coral hand, set with round and rose-cut diamonds, applied with black enamel in the stem and center of rose, mounted in 18 karat gold and platinum, signed Cartier, Paris, numbered 12952, workshop mark, French assay marks.
Condition
Set with 2 round and 10 rose-cut diamonds. Coral has white spot on back of hand and a white streak along the edge of the of the hand. Light tarnish to gold flower due to age. Round diamonds are approixmately G-K color, VVS to VS clarity, the rose-cut diamonds are approximately near colorless, SI to I clarity.
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.
Catalogue Note
For similar examples see François Chaille, The Cartier Collection, p. 256, nos. CL.184.A38 and CL.25.A38.
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.