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A jewelled gold cigarette case, probably German, early 20th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- width: 9.2cm, 3 5/8 in.
with banded reeding, the lid applied with crowned cipher VA set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds, cabochon ruby thumbpiece, containing a Bogdanov cigarette, apparently unmarked
Condition
Excellent condition. There is one ruby lacking from the V.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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
The cipher is likely that of Princess Victoria Adelaide of Schleswig-Holstein (1885-1970) who married, in 1905, Charles Edward, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha (1884-1954). Their children included Princess Sibylla, Duchess of Västerbotten (1908-1972), mother of the present King of Sweden, HM King Carl XVI Gustaf.