Lot 20
  • 20

Collection of lady's gold accessories

Estimate
10,000 - 14,000 CHF
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Description

  • gold, enamel, diamonds
Comprising: a mirror, numbered; a lipstick holder surmounted by a mirror, French assay and maker's marks; a pill box decorated with black enamel, French assay and maker's marks, engraved to the inside Jacques 21. Oct. 30, measurements approximately 72 x 26 x 16mm; a cigarette case of oval form, accented to the sides with a frieze of rose diamonds, measurements approximately 81 x 40 x 30mm, one diamond deficient, and a vanity case of rectangular form, set with green and black enamel, the thumb piece accented with a carved coral and millegrain set rose diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, a lipstick holder and two compartments, measurements approximately 76 x 51 x 13mm, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Literature

Cf: Sylvie Raulet & Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, 2011, pages 339 and 342-344 for illustrations of these accessories.

Condition

This lot is offered without a reserve. 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. Mirror: Stamped 14K for gold. Numbered X438. 298 gram. Lipstick holder: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. 46 gram. Pill box: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks. Enamel in good condition, few scratches. 61 gram. Cigarette case: Diamonds of decorative quality, one deficient. 87 gram. Vanity case: Mounted in partially gilt silver; inside stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks, signed Made in France. Red coral with little white mottling. Enamel in good condition, some scratches, little loss. Diamonds of decorative quality. Box opens in pulling out the part set with coral. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use; few indentations, rubbing, discolouration. 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.
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