Lot 12
  • 12

Mother-of-pearl and quartz clock, Cartier, 1981

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 CHF
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Description

  • rose quartz, rock crystal, enamel
The circular dial of radiating design, inlaid with mother-of-pearl, mounted in rose quartz supported by stepped rock crystal and rose quartz, highlighted with black lacquer, measurements approximately 193x60x160mm, numbered, signed Cartier Paris, fitted case signed Cartier, Paris.

Condition

Signed Cartier Paris, numbered HSA2551 and 215676. Quartz movement not in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Mother-of-pearl black and grey with strong pink, purple and green overtones. Rose quartz and rock crystal showing typical inclusions. Two chips to reverse of rose quartz, not noticeable from front. Black lacquer in good condition. Traces of glue visible between joints from front. Scratches to metal consistent with age and wear. In good condition. The clock weighs about 2100 grams.
"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.
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