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DIAMOND AND ENAMEL VANITY CASE, CARTIER, CIRCA 1925
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
The rectangular case applied with black enamel, the hinge and thumbpiece set with single-cut, baguette and rose diamonds, opening to reveal a lidded compartment, lipstick and mirror, measuring approximately 63 x 50 x 8mm, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay marks and maker's mark.
Condition
Signed Cartier Paris, numbered 00210 01234 (slightly indistinct), stamped with French assay marks and import assay marks for 18 carat gold, and maker's mark for Henri Lavabre. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00-3.00 carats. One very small scratch on enamel. Mirror with some specks of tarnish, small crack on top left, but held securely in place. Gross weight approximately 142 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."