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COLLECTION OF GEM-SET VANITY ITEMS, BOUCHERON, CIRCA 1945
Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- RUBY, SAPPHIRE, GOLD AND SILVER
Comprising: nécéssaire de beauté, set with cabochon sapphires and rubies, opening to reveal two compartments, a comb, lipstick and cigarette holder, measurements approximately 130mm x 85mm x 20mm, signed Boucheron Paris and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, with suede carrying case; a cigarette holder, signed Boucheron Paris, French assay and maker's marks, together with a lipstick, comb case and powder compact, accented with cabochon and circular-cut rubies respectively, measurements 78mm x 63mm x 12.5mm, all unsigned, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that permits may be required for import in certain countries. If you are interested in this lot please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.
Pouch for comb case and cigarette holder. Nécéssaire de beauté: stamped BT No 87501, weighing approximately 508.6 grams. One tooth missing to comb. Mirror compartments slightly stiff to open. Cigarette holder: weighing approximately 10.8 grams. Lipstick holder: weighing approximately 49.0 grams. Comb case with mirror: weighing approximately 169.0 grams. Powder compact: weighing approximately 169.0 grams. Items made of silver and gold. French assay marks for 18 carat gold and maker's marks to each. Scratches and indentations consistent with age and wear. Could benefit from a careful professional clean throughout to clean metal and interior of make-up residue and tarnish to metal. 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.
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."
"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.
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."