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Marble cigarette case and four ashtrays, Cartier, 1930s
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, marble, quartz, pyrite
The rectangular box applied with marble inlays, opening to reveal a cigarette compartment, measurements approximately 165 x 100 x 62mm, signed Cartier, French assay and maker's marks, together with four ashtrays, each measuring approximately 55 x 55 x 35mm, unsigned, three numbered.
Condition
Case: French assay marks on hinges for gold and silver. Thumb piece signed Cartier Paris. Maker's marks. Ashtrays: three numbered- 98242, 8243 and 8241. Metal tarnished. Pyrite elements in marble tarnished. Case opens to reveal white marble interior, marble in lid with hairline fracture. Exterior with small chips to edges in places. Gross weight approximately 2,742 grams.
"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.
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."
"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.
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."