Lot 24
  • 24

Group of jewelry, watch by Cartier

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

Comprising a brooch and a pair of earclips, of textured gold foliate motif, set with 51 round diamonds weighing approximately 2.95 carats; a dome ring, randomly set with round and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 7.00 carats, mounted in gold-plated platinum, size 5½, and an 18 karat gold, wood and tiger's eye wristwatch, Cartier, 1960s, with brown reptile strap and 18 karat gold buckle, dial, strap and buckle signed Cartier, automatic movement. 

Condition

Brooch: estimated colour of diamonds H-I, estimated clarity VS-I. Indistinctly numbered to pin - possibly 38. In good condition. Earclips: estimated color of diamonds H-I, estimated clarity VS-SI. Evidence of solder to reverse. In good condition. Dome ring: estimated color of diamonds G-I, estimated clarity predominantly VS. mounting permitting. Evidence of wear to gold plating, revealing the platinum beneath. In good condition. Wristwatch: the watch strap is signed Cartier, Swiss made, the buckle is signed Cartier, 18K and Italy. The case is numbered 1913 and 873 / 19008 on outside, the inside is signed Delaneau, Swiss (case designer) Modele Depose . Automatic movement signed Cartier Watch Co. Swiss Seventeen - 17- Jewels unadjusted" model caliber ETA2552 Presently running. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to Important Notices on page 227 of the catalog for further information.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.