Lot 389
  • 389

SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BRACELET, CARTIER, CIRCA 1930

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description

In the "Art Moderne" style, designed as a graduating series of nine octagonal step-cut sapphires, accented with calibré-cut sapphires, alternating with panels pavé-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 160mm, signed Cartier, French assay marks, case stamped Cartier, one sapphire and diamond deficient.

Condition

Accompanied by GCS report no. 79204-30, dated 10th April 2019, stating that the sapphires weighing approximately 25.5 carats in total are of Basaltic origin, with no indications of heating. Signed Cartier and stamped with French assay marks for platinum. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 3.00-5.00 carats, one single-cut diamond on the gallery deficient. Sapphires deep blue, one calibré-cut sapphire deficient, some with very light signs of surface wear. Bracelet with fixed safety chain, maximum circumference approximately 200mm. Gross weight approximately 33 grams. Case stamped Cartier. 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.
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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a gemmological report.