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Lady's wristwatch, Cartier, 1920s
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, mechanical movement, enamel, textured cord, platinum, synthetic rubies
The rectangular cream dial with Arabic numerals, to arched shoulders and a textured cord with enamel deployant clasp, mechanical movement, dial and case signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and maker's mark, case stamped Cartier.
Condition
Please note that this watch was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Mechanical movement running at the time of cataloguing, movement signed European Watch and Clock Co Inc. Inside case signed European Watch and Clock Co France. Dial signed Cartier France, case signed Cartier on side and numbered 2703 3317, reverse of case inscribed E.C.A. Clasp stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold, maker's mark and numbered 1363. Each terminal stamped with French assay marks for platinum and with maker's mark. Dial has been restored. Hands with some loss of blued steel colour. Metal surfaces with scratches and small dents. Enamel with some chips and surface scratches. Clasp closes, opens easily. Textured cord with some wear. Overall condition commensurate with age and wear.
"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.
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.
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."