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Cigarette lighter, Cartier and lady's diamond evening bag, 1960s
Estimate
4,500 - 5,500 GBP
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Description
- gold, diamond
The cylindrical lighter of basket weave design, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and indistinct maker's marks, case stamped Cartier; the evening bag also of basket weave design, the clasp with a spray motif set with single-cut diamonds, containing a mirror, measuring approximately 145 by 35 by 85mm, gross weight approximately 344 grams.
Condition
Gross weight approximately 392.3 grams.
The cigarette lighter composed of lighter insert and separate case in two parts. Case with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Signed Cartier Paris, indistinct maker's mark. Numbered B1708. Slight scratches to metal consistent with wear. Accompanied by fitted case stamped Cartier.
The evening bag stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Slight tarnish to mirror . Diamonds bright and lively. Slight scratches to metal consistent with wear. Hinged lid in good order, clasp secure. 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."