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Onyx and diamond wristwatch, 'Tortue, Dents de Loup', Cartier, circa 1910
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description
- diamonds, gold
The bezel set with millegrain-set single-cut diamonds, the winding crown capped with a rose diamond, the rigid lugs set with onyx and single-cut diamonds, on a moiré strap, dial signed Cartier, numbered, French assay marks for platinum and gold, maker's mark.
Literature
Cf.: Hans Nadelhofer, Cartier, Thames & Hudson, London, 2007, pg. 305 for an illustration of a similar wristwatch.
Condition
Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Jewelled manual winding movement in running condition at 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.
Dial signed Cartier, case numbered 3238, French maker's mark, assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Onyx overall in good condition. Diamonds bight and lively. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and use. Overall in good condition. Gross weight approximately 22 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."