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Cartier

Group of Diamond and Tortoiseshell Hair Combs, Early 20th Century

Restricted Species

Lot Closed

June 3, 01:34 PM GMT

Estimate

6,000 - 8,000 GBP

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Lot Details

Description

Comprising: a pair of double pronged tortoiseshell 'fourche' combs, each arched openwork surmount of garland design, millegrain-set with rose-cut diamonds; and a comb of curving design, millegrain-set with rose- and old brilliant-cut diamonds.

  • Each signed Cartier, each with maker's mark
  • The pair of combs with hinged mechanism
  • Each accompanied by fitted cases signed Cartier.
  • Fitted case accompanying the pair of combs embossed C.L.P 18 Juin 1913
"ENDANGERED SPECIES This lot contains endangered species. Sotheby's recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. For example, US regulations restrict or prohibit the import of certain items to protect wildlife conservation. Please note that Sotheby's will not assist buyers with the shipment of this lot to the US. A buyer's inability to export or import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation."

Sotheby's Paris, 2023, Lot 180 for a pair of combs of similar design

Sotheby's Geneva 2014, Lot 1 for a pair of combs by Cartier of similar design