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GOLD, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND CIGARETTE CASE, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, 1920s
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, diamond, sapphire
The rectangular curved case decorated with royal blue enamel, each side pierced and millegrain-set with calibré-cut synthetic sapphires and highlighted with rose diamonds, opening to reveal a compartment and vesta case, measuring approximately 93mm x 47mm x 8mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris and numbered, French assay and indistinct maker's marks.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Numbered N24448 to inside edge of case near maker's signature, numbered 3408 to hinged keeper. One millegrain detailed terminal split in one place. Very delicate. Rose diamonds bright and lively, one possibly deficient from upper left hand side. Enamel with slight scratches. Weighing approximately 105 grams. Secure closure. 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."