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Coral, seed pearl and diamond brooch/pendant, Cartier, circa 1922
Estimate
58,000 - 96,000 CHF
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Description
- Platinum,pearl,coral,diamond
Designed as two symmetrical palm-shaped elements, pavé-set with circular-cut diamonds, the channel-set calibré-cut coral borders accented with single-cut diamonds, the central element decorated with seed pearls, numbered, brooch fitting detachable, French assay marks.
Literature
Cf: Laurent Salomé et al., Cartier: Le Style et l'Histoire, Paris, 2014, pg. 154 for a similar brooch.
Condition
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that permits may be required for import in certain countries. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2003-75.
Numbered 0215 and HSA 1975. Brooch and brooch fitting stamped with French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Brooch fitting detachable, screw driver deficient. Pearls of light cream body colour, with good lustre and minor blemishes. Coral of orangy red colour, very well matched, some small scratches and a few small nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 5.00 - 5.50 carats, on average G-H colour and VS (very few SI) clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 20 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.
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."