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Jadeite, enamel and diamond vanity case, Chaumet, 1930
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Chaumet
- Gold, diamonds, jadeite, enamel
The rectangular case applied with blue enamel, decorated with a carved jadeite floral motif, accented with single-cut and rose diamonds, case measuring approximately 55 x 40 x 12mm, signed Chaumet, inscribed 24 Août 1930, gross weight approximately 104 grams.
Condition
Jadeite of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain jadeite of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of jadeite into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the department for further information.
Partial French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Signed Chaumet et Cie, Paris, Londres, New York. Inscribed '24 Août 1930' to the interior. Diamonds bright and lively. Royal blue enamel in very good order. Jadeite in good condition, medium-pale green. Clasp secure. In very good condition.
"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."
"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."