- 182
Citrine and diamond bracelet, Cartier, 1940s
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- citrine, diamond, gold
Designed as a flowering vine, the flowers set with variously-cut citrines, the leaves set with single- and circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 190mm, signed Cartier, fitted case stamped Cartier.
Condition
Clasp signed Cartier London. Citrines yellowish orange to deep orange, some stones with typical inclusions visible under magnification, other appears clean, colour zoning. Small chips, light surface scratches and rubbed facet edges. Diamonds are bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00-2.30 carats, estimated clarity VS on average. Light surface scratches to metal surfaces consistent with wear. Some discolouration, particularly on one flower, can be seen by the eye to the front and reverse. Clasp closes securely. Overall condition good. Accompanied by a fitted case from Cartier.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Cf.: Nadine Coleno, Amazing Cartier: Jewelry Design since 1937, Flammarion, Paris, 2009, pg. 121, for two brooches by Cartier London of comparable design, dated 1942 and 1943.