Cartier/Lemania

• circular movement, 15 jewels • gilt dial, guilloché center, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, hands set with rose-cut diamonds • white enamel bezel with gold squares, deep blue-gray agate case, the corners enhanced by cabochon rubies • dial signed Cartier, movement signed Lemania, strut hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers • travel box

The movement is running, however it might need to be serviced soon. The top of the movement is numbered 18537. The back of the dial is hand scratched 2806. The underside of the minute hand is numbered 2293. Although Cartier is known to have been supplied with Lemania movements, the presence of numbers which do not match suggest that the movement is probably a replacement, although it is probably a replacement from Cartier, as it fits the case well. The dial has spots and scuffs throughout with some discoloration to the border in the minutes track between 4 and 7 o'clock. There are a few small chips to the enamel bezel near 4, 8 and 12 o'clock. The agate case is in nice overall condtion. The outside of the bezel is numbered 2806. The inside of the back is numbered 89905/81047 and 2807. The box is in lovely condition as well.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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