Lot 7
  • 7

Two 18 Karat Gold and Diamond 'Double C' Rings, Cartier, France, and a Gold and Coral Ring

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, diamond, coral
The 18-karat white gold ring applied with black lacquer, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 1.60 carats, gross weight approximately 8 dwts, size 5½, signed Cartier, numbered K35352 ©2000, with French assay and workshop marks; the tri-color gold ring set with round diamonds weighing approximately .20 carat, gross weight approximately 5 dwts, size 5½, signed Cartier, numbered F96177 1997, with French assay and workshop marks; the gold ring topped with 15 drill-set coral beads measuring approximately 8.5 to 4.8 mm, gross weight approximately 20 dwts, size 5¼.

Condition

All pieces in good condition. WHITE GOLD AND BLACK LACQUER RING: The black lacquer is intact and the diamonds outlining the ring are approximately G-H color, VVS-VS clarity. Signed and numbered on the inner shank. French assay and workshop marks located at the edge of the ring. TRI-COLOR GOLD RING: The diamonds are approximately F-G color, predominantly VS clarity. Signed and numbered on the inner shank, French assay and workshop marks located on the inner shank as well. GOLD AND CORAL RING: The coral beads are a medium-deep orangy red with some minor polyp holes that can be viewed under magnification. The ring bears a nice heft, with gross weight approximately 20 dwts. Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.
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.

Catalogue Note

Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.