KARAT GOLD AND RUBY VANITY CASE, BOUCHERON, CIRCA 1950; AND ENAMEL AND DIAMOND 'FLOWER' BROOCH, BOUCHERON

The rectangular vanity case, set with a concealed mirror exterior overlaid with carved openwork plaque of butterflies, flowers and leaves studded with cabochon rubies, opening to reveal a hinged compartment for powder and a mirror, mounted in 18 karat pink gold and silver, signed and numbered BT No 875012; and a brooch designed as a pansy, set with blue guilloché enamel petals, embellished by flower centres and leaves set with brilliant-cut diamonds to a baguette diamond-set stem, mounted in 18 karat white gold, signed.

Colour and Clarity: Vanity case signed Boucheron, Paris and numbered BT No 875012 and engraved 60.493 on powder compartment. Interior fitted with powder screen on one side and mirror on the other. Stamped with French assay marks, weighing approximately 205 grams. Brooch signed Boucheron, Paris with French assay marks. Blue enamel on brooch chipped on some edges, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds estimated to weigh 0.85 carats, about G-H colours, VS clarity. Condition: Some tarnishing on vanity case and discoloration, scratches consistent with use. Brooch in good condition with signs of normal wear. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Accompanied by a fitted pouch and signed box for the vanity case.