- 486A
Lady's Gold and Sapphire evening bag, Cartier, Early 20th century
Estimate
6,500 - 9,000 CHF
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Description
- gold, sapphire
Designed as a fine mesh, highlighted with a line of calibre-cut sapphires and a similarly set coronet, measuring approximately 142 x 127mm, signed Cartier, Made in France, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, inscribed Marchioness Londonderry, Londonderry House, Park Lane, one sapphire deficient, accompanied by case, Cartier Paris.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed Cartier, Made in France, numbered 61586. Additionally inscribed 'Marchioness of Londonderry' and 'Londonderry House, Park Lane'. Sapphires dark blue, well matched in colour, typical inclusions visible under magnification, one stone deficient. Slight scratches to mount consistent with age and wear. In good condition. Weighing approximately 270.5 grams.
"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."