Lot 343
  • 343

Two gold cigarette cases

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • gold, sapphire
  • widths 9.7, 8.6cm; 3 3/4 , 3 3/8 in.
the first Moscow, 1908-1917, the surfaces with diagonal reeding, the lid applied with monogram LB beneath a noble coronet, cabochon sapphire thumbpiece, the interior engraved Papa 31 Decembr. 1910/55, struck with unrecorded maker's mark FS (Cyrillic); the second St Petersburg, 1904-1908, the surfaces with sunburst reeding, cabochon sapphire thumbpiece, the interior engraved in Polish 'U/16/1925/Award/of the Order of Count Skórzewski', struck with unrecorded maker's mark IP (Cyrillic); both 56 standard

Condition

Both in excellent condition with minor surface scratches.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."