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LADY'S LAPIS LAZULI AND DIAMOND DRESS WATCH, CARTIER, 1930s
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
The hinged central panel opening to reveal a rectangular dial with baton indicators, to an articulated bracelet, the links composed of a series of carved lapis lazuli batons highlighted at intervals with pairs of brilliant-cut diamond set links, length approximately 165mm, signed Cartier to dial.
Condition
PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT GUARANTEE WATCH MOVEMENTS
Stamped18K for 18 carat gold. The manual movement running at time of cataloguing. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.6 - 2.0 carats, bright, lively stones throughout. Carved lapis lazuli a medium blue hue, well matched in colour on the whole, some a little paler, several with typical brassy pyrite inclusions present, a few stones with small fissures and cracks. Well articulated bracelet that does not naturally lie flat. Scratches to polished gallery and underside. In very good condition.
"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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."