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DIAMOND BRACELET, CARTIER, 1920S
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 CHF
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Description
Centering three millegrain-set marquise-shaped diamonds, further enhanced with circular-cut diamonds, on a black cord strap highlighted with single-cut diamond set rondelles, length approximately 175mm, signed Cartier, French assay marks for gold and platinum, maker's mark.
Provenance
A Casket of Highly Important Jewels, The Property of the late Gladys Marie, Dowager Duchess of Marlborough, Christie's, London, July 1978, lot 72.
Literature
Cf.: Stefano Papi & Alexandra Rhodes, Famous Jewellery Collectors, Thames & Hudson, London, pg. 80 for an illustration of this bracelet.
Condition
Signed CARTIER PARIS LONDRES NEW YORK, French maker's mark and assay marks for 18 carat gold and platinum. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.50 - 4.00 carats, on average I-J colour, SI-I clarity, included, as gauged and graded in the mount. Black cord overall in good condition, some minor signs of wear. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and normal use. In good condition. Clasp secure, safety chain. Gross weight approximately 25 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."