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TORTOISESHELL AND SAPPHIRE CIGARETTE HOLDER, AND A LIGHTER, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, 1930S
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
Both decorated with a reeded pattern, highlighted with calibré-cut sapphires, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay marks and maker's marks, lighter with outer case stamped VCA.
Condition
Each signed Van Cleef & Arpels and stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold and maker's mark A (lance) L for Alfred Langlois, cigarette holder numbered 38.189 and lighter numbered 38.589. Cigarette holder with some wear around mouthpiece, length approximately 108mm. Lighter measures approximately 62 x 21 x 6mm, with fitted suede case stamped VCA. Combined gross weight approximately 43 grams. Overall condition good.
"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."