Lot 19
  • 19

Seed pearl, enamel and diamond pendent-watch, Cartier, early 20th century

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description

  • enamel, diamond, platinum, seed pearls
The round dial applied with Arabic numerals, framed with white enamel dots, the front and back with rose diamonds, the case back decorated with blue engine-turned enamel, suspended from a detachable chain set with seed pearls, rose diamonds and enamelled barrel links, mechanical movement, chain length approximately 418mm, dial signed Cartier, case back and chain clasp numbered, French assay marks, French maker's mark on chain, one seed pearl deficient.

Condition

Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. Dial signed Cartier, Paris. Case back numbered 7289 4086. Spring ring on chain numbered 5791 220. French assay marks for gold near winding crown on on detachable chain. French maker's mark on detachable chain. Enamel with some minor scratches on case back and some minor loss on chain. Seed pearls of white body colour, in overall good condition with good skin and luster, one deficient. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 39 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."