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Gold, enamel, onyx and diamond cigarette case, Cartier, circa 1928
Estimate
14,500 - 24,000 CHF
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Description
- Gold, onyx, enamel, diamond
Rectangular, engraved with a geometrical pattern and decorated with black enamel palmette motifs, the sides set with onyx plaques, the thumbpiece embellished with a calibré-cut onyx and two circular-cut diamonds, measuring approximately 80 x 55 x 16mm, signed Cartier, numbered.
Literature
Cf: Hans Nadelhoffer, Cartier, London, 1999, pg. 169 for a similar case.
Condition
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2003-303.
Signed Cartier, numbered 3016 or 3010 and HSA 2537. Stamped 14K for 14 carat gold. Black enamel in good condition, a couple very small scratches noticeable on one of the two shorter sides under close inspection. Stones on thumbpiece in good condition, two diamonds bright. Gold in excellent condition with a few light scratches consistent with use. In excellent condition especially considering the age of this piece. Total gross weight approximately 142 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."