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Diamond brooch, Cartier, 1938
Estimate
42,000 - 72,000 CHF
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Description
Of flower head inspiration, the petals pavé-set with circular- and brilliant-cut diamonds, to a cushion-shaped diamond pistil embellished with radiating baguettes and circular-cut stones of yellowish and brownish tints, mounted in platinum, signed Cartier London.
Literature
Cf: Stefano Papi and Alexandra Rhodes, Famous Jewelry Collectors, London, 1999, for a similar brooch created by Cartier, London, for the actress Merle Oberon, pages 14-18.
Condition
Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Signed on clip fitting and numbered 878 on clip fitting and one petal. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 19.00 - 20.00 carats in total, central stone J colour, SI clarity. Diamonds generally H-I colour, a few with greenish, yellowish and brownish tints, generally VS-SI clarity (a few I). Please note that the diamonds of coloured tints have not been tested for natural colour. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches and tarnish consistent with age, a few solder marks mainly at the back. In 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."