Lot 101
  • 101

GEM-SET AND DIAMOND DEMI-PARURE, CARTIER, 1950s

Estimate
3,800 - 4,800 GBP
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Description

Comprising: a brooch and a pair of ear clips en suite, set with cushion-shaped and circular-cut emeralds, rubies and sapphires accented with brilliant- and single-cut diamonds, signed Cartier Paris and numbered, French assay and maker's marks to each piece.

Condition

Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that this lot contains ruby. Please refer to the Important Notices or contact the Jewellery department before bidding. Stamped with French Hallmark for 18 carat gold and platinum. Signed Cartier and brooch numbered 012523, ear clips numbered 37694. Emeralds: from strong bluish green to strong yellowish green, medium tone to dark tone, liquid inclusions. Sapphires: from slightly greyish blue to strong blue, medium tone. Rubies: strong purplish red, medium to dark tone. Diamonds bright and lively weighing approximately 1.80 carats. Stiff clip fittings. 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."