Lot 70
  • 70

Enamel charm bracelet, 1930s

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • gold, enamel, seed pearl, peridot
Suspending one charm depicting a cat applied with polychrome enamel, set with a seed pearl and faceted peridot eyes, the reverse engraved 'Où j'entre le bonheur me suit', signed Cartier, indistinctly numbered; accompanied by a white enamel bracelet, length approximately 190mm, a number 13 charm similarly applied with enamel, signed Cartier; and an elephant charm, similarly applied with enamel to both sides, indistinctly numbered.

Condition

Cat charm: signed Cartier N.Y. Indistinctly numbered. Scratches to black enamel consistent with wear, with minor chips to the edges. Seed pearl white, medium lustre. No. 13 charm: Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold. Signed Cartier. Scratches to enamel consistent with wear. Elephant charm: indistinctly numbered. Enamel in good condition with slight scratches and surface damage consistent with wear. Bracelet: Stamped 10K for 10 carat gold. Loss of white enamel to each of the rings, scratches to enamel consistent with wear. Secure clasp. Scratches to metal consistent with wear.
"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.
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