A Group of Gold Accessories

comprising two whistles; one in the form of branches and one fixed to a 14 karat gold chain, marked D&F; one magnifying glass; one circular stamp box, signed Cartier, numbered 4057; one circular 14 karat compact with a powder puff engraved 'RPL;' one pill case decorated as a rock with a starfish, signed Schlumberger; one $20 gold coin dated 1878; and one gold coin purse containing two gold Franc coins. 8 pieces.

The GOLD WHISTLE marked D&F for Deakin & Francis, in very good condition, with UK hallmarks for the city of Birmingham, letter G for the year 1981, total gross weight approximately 7 dwts, approximate length with pendant loop: 2 inches; completed by a 14K gold rope twist chain gross weight approximately 14 dwts, approximate length 24 1/4 inches; the OTHER WHISTLE: in good condition, gross weight approximately 2 dwts, approximate length with pendant loop 1 1/2 inches x 5/8 inch; the MAGNIFYING GLASS in a rectangular gold case and frame, gross weight approximately 15 dwts, dimensions approximately 2 inches x 1 inch x 1/3 inch; the POWDER COMPACT: with monogram, in good condition, gross weight approximately 9 dwts, approximate diameter 1 1 /4 inches; the CIRCULAR GOLD CASE WITH MEANDER PATTERN: in good condition, gross weight approximately 16 dwts. approximate diameter 1 1/4 inches; STARFISH COMPACT with light scratches on the polished surfaces, gross weight approximately 14 dwts, approximately 1 inch x 1 1/8 inches; the U.S. LIBERTY HEAD GOLD COIN dated 1878 with scratches and nicks on both obverse and reverse, gross weight approximately 22 dwts; the GOLD MESH PURSE with tarnish spots on the frames and various places in the mesh, but overall condition is good, gross weight minus the 2 10-Franc coins approximately 15 dwts, approximate dimensions 3 1/4 inches x 2 inches.
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.