Comprising a 14 karat gold box, monogrammed GHT, the interior lined with velvet, together with a key, gross weight approximately 447 dwts., signed Tiffany & Co.; a 14 karat gold cigarette box, gross weight approximately 94 dwts., signed Cartier, New York; a 14 karat gold traveling ashtray, gross weight 73 dwts., the interior fitted with clear glass; an 18 karat gold box, gross weight approximately 283 dwts., the interior signed 'With dearest love Margaret and Tony, Christmas 1939', signed Cartier, Paris, numbered 00099, maker's marks, French assay marks; an 18 karat gold match box case, gross weight approximately 66 dwts., signed Cartier, Paris, numbered 00122, maker's mark, French assay mark; and a silver gilt desk clock, the rectangular dial with Roman numerals, gross weight approximately 530 dwts., dial signed Cartier, caseback signed Cartier, Made in France, numbered 167, movment signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., France.

Clock: Approximate dimensions of 5¼ x 3¾ x 2¼ inches. Please refer to the Important Notices regarding the sale of clocks and watches on catalogue page 256. The desk clock inside signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., France, case numbered 167, movement numbered 10352, lever escapement, blue steeled breguet balance spring. Silver gilt is heavily oxidized and discolored. In good condition. Gold items: all shows minor surface scratches due to wear and some oxidation and discoloration. In good condition. Approximate dimensions: Large box (7½ x 4½ x 2½ inches), Medium Box (6¾ x 3½ x 1¾ inches), small cigarrette box (3¼ x 2¼ x 1½ inches), ashtray (2" dia x 1¼" high), and matchbox case (3¼ x 2¼ x 1¼ 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.