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Three Gold Boxes
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- gold, ruby
The first square-shaped box set with four calibré-cut rubies, gross weight approximately 75 dwts, measuring approximately 3 3/8 by 2 7/8 inches, signed Tiffany & Co.; the second two-color gold box of basketweave design, gross weight approximately 82 dwts, measuring approximately 3 5/8 by 2¼ inches; the third box designed with two-color gold chevron motifs, gross weight approximately 63 dwts, measuring approximately 4 1/8 by 2 inches, signed Hermes, Paris, numbered 54478, with French assay mark and maker's mark for Pierre Brun.
Condition
In fair to good condition. HERMES BOX: In good condition. The woven gold exhibiting two significant dents on the bottom. Indistinctly numbered, probably 8717. WOVEN BOX: In fair condition. The bottom of the case exhibiting moderate denting and gold loss to one of the the corners. TIFFANY BOX: In good condition. Filled with almost a whole pack of Benson and Hedges cigarettes. The gold exhibiting some spots of tarnish and denting, mostly to the bottom. The calibre-cut rubies are medium slightly purplish red, moderately included with some surface-reaching fractures.
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.
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.