Lot 201
  • 201

Cartier

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • A LADY'S FINE AND RARE YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCHCIRCA 1950 'HELM'
  • yellow gold, diamond
  • diameter 24 mm
• nickel lever movement, 16 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, blued steel sword hands • openwork bezel with 12 circular markers to indicate the time, back-wound, t-bar lugs • movement and dial signed Cartier, case signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc., case with hand-stamped Cartier reference numbers • completed by a gold link bracelet with monogrammed folding clasp 

Condition

Movement running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Case and bezel with light polishing, however there are light scratches overall. Additionally, light denting to the 12, 1, 3, 4, and 8 lobed indexes. Dial is has been replaced with another Cartier dial. Hands are replaced. With later added American bracelet. Associated bracelet with signs of wear and monogram on clasp reading "S.S.K." The inside and outside of the case back is stamped 104099.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

A similar watch is illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. & Franco, N., Le Temps de Cartier, p. 248.