Lot 45
  • 45

A Group of 14 Karat Gold Accessories

Estimate
3,750 - 4,000 USD
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Description

  • gold
comprising a polished gold pen resembling bamboo, engraved ''H.P.C.' Together with a textured gold cigarette case, signed Cartier, with marks for Frank T. May Co., numbered 5432 and 5361.1. With a stamp box accented with chevron motifs, signed Verdura. Completed by a small textured gold box. 4 pieces.

Condition

All pieces in good condition unless otherwise stated. 14K BAMBOO PEN: also stamped with maker's mark for Louis Tamis & Sons, N.Y., N.Y., gross weight approximately 16 dwts, faint dent near tip, light scratches and abrasions overall; 14K TEXTURED GOLD CASE: Cartier, Frank T. May & Co., gross weight approximately 70 dwts, dimensions approximately 3 inches x 2 inches x 5/8 inch; slight indentations near front of case, Cartier signature along front edge of the lid, May signature along side edge left near hinge; STAMP CASE weight approximately 26 dwts, dimensions approximately 2 3/8 inches x 1 3/8 inches x 1/4 inch; opens like a drawer, case slides out, Verdura signature along inner left edge; SMALL TEXTURED BOX: also signed Tiffany & Co. along inner left edge, gross weight approximately 15 dwts, dimensions approximately 1 1/4 inches x 1 inch x 1/2 inch, light abrasions overall, not readily eye visible.
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.