Lot 434
  • 434

Sapphire, aquamarine and diamond parure, Cartier, circa 1930

Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description

  • sapphire, aquamarine, diamond, metal
Comprising: a bracelet set with step-cut aquamarines, oval and circular-cut sapphires, circular- and single-cut diamonds, length approximately 175mm, signed Cartier, numbered; a brooch, signed Cartier, numbered; and a pair of ear clips, unsigned.

Condition

Bracelet and brooch signed Cartier. Numbered 89890056 and 58154. Ear clips unsigned. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, few nicks and abrasions, measuring from approximately 3.76 x 3.72 x 2.28mm to 5.94 x 4.92 x 3.55mm. Aquamarines well matched in colour, minor nicks, measuring from approximately 8.09 x 2.07 x 2.10mm to 11.42 x 4.13 x 2.30mm, in overall good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.00 - 3.50 carats, bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 64 grams. Fitted case signed Cartier.
"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."