Lot 34
  • 34

Ruby, diamond and onyx demi-parure, 'Le Baiser du Dragon', Cartier

Estimate
19,500 - 29,000 CHF
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Description

  • Ruby, Diamond, Onyx and Gold
Comprising: a pendant set with brilliant-cut diamonds and ruby beads, suspended from a black cord, length approximately 680mm; and a pair of earrings each set with brilliant-cut diamonds, polished onyx and ruby beads, clip and post fitting; each signed Cartier, numbered, French maker's marks.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Two detachable small cords, ending in ruby beads on pendant. Both ear clips and pendant signed Cartier, black cord and ear clips with maker's marks, pendant numbered 13078A, both ear clips numbered 999010. Cord and one ear clip stamped with French assay mark for gold, pendant and ear clips stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Rubies well matched in colour, some inclusions, very few nicks and scratches. Onyx in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of little wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 54 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."