Lot 247
  • 247

Enamel, diamond and rock crystal pendant-watch, 'Cachet', and a seed pearl and onyx sautoir, Cartier, circa 1926

Estimate
118,000 - 177,000 CHF
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Description

  • natural pearl, diamond, rock crystal, enamel, metal
The pendant-watch applied with black enamel and set with single-cut diamonds, the silvered dial with Roman numerals, the cone shaped pendant suspended from a rock crystal hoop, to a necklace composed of seed pearls alternating with onyx disks, length approximately 780mm, dial signed Cartier, numbered, fitted case stamped Cartier.

Condition

Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Movement in running condition at the time of cataloguing. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2004-153. Together with The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no. 13269, stating that the one hundred and thirty-seven pearls measuring from approximately 4.10 to 5.30mm were found to be natural, saltwater. Dial signed Cartier Paris, inscribed Bte. S.G.D.G. Chain inscribed HSA 2259. Enamel in good condition, with a few scratches and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.00 - 3.50 carats, on average H-J colour, VS-SI clarity, a few I, as gauged and graded in the mount, three small diamonds deficient. Pearls well matched in colour, of white to slightly cream body colour, with good skin and lustre. Little signs of wear to the rock crystal, some scratches. Onyx in overall good condition, with a few nicks and scratches. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 64 grams. Case stamped 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.
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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Cartier certificate of authenticity and a gemmological report.