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Onyx and diamond lapel-watch, 'Egyptian', Cartier, London, circa 1929
Estimate
29,000 - 48,000 CHF
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Description
- Cartier, London
- Platinum, yellow gold, enamel, onyx, diamond
The pylon shaped case with a matt silvered dial, blued steel hands, a painted black arrow indexes, white enamel bezel with gold Roman numerals and a rose diamond winding-crown, below a sunburst motif, the edge decorated with a black enamel leaf motif, the reverse decorated with onyx and rose diamonds, suspended from an onyx and diamond embellished pin surmount, measuring approximately 100 x 20 x 5mm, dial signed Cartier, numbered, numbered movement by E.W. & C. Co. Inc, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. E2004-131.
Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense.
Dial signed Cartier, mounting with French maker's marks, numbered HSA 2090, Movement signed E.W. & Co INC, numbered 15393. Mounting with French assay marks for platinum and gold. Approximately 195 diamonds, bright and lively, a few minor chips and abrasions visible under x10 magnification. Onyx in excellent condition. Enamel in excellent condition. Dial and mounting with little sign of wear. Very well preserved especially given the age of this piece. Total length approximately 100mm. Total gross weight approximately 37 grams.
Length approximately 100mm.
"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."