THREE GOLD AND HARDSTONE BODKIN CASES, IN ENGLISH 18TH CENTURY TASTE, PROBABLY FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY | Three gold and hardstone bodkin cases, in English 18th century taste, probably French, late 19th century

each cylindrical, the first of bloodstone, the gold mounts pierced with rococo scrolls and flowers, white enamel collar with motto: 'AIMEZ POUR ÊTRE AIMÉ'; the second banded grey agate, similar mounts, the white enamel collar motto: 'L’amitié vous l’offre’; the third of pink quartz, the gold mounts pierced and embossed with formal rococo borders and cherubs tending fountains, motto in white enamel on gold: 'PLVS FAIT DOVCEVR QVE VIOLENCE'

All excellent condition
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."