The gold reeded lid applied with a floral motif, set with calibré-cut rubies and pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, two powder compartments, a lighter, a lipstick holder and a collapsible side watch with Roman numerals, measuring approximately 85 x 70 x 15mm, signed Ostertag, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, mechanical movement, total gross weight approximately 287 grams.

Please note that the tortoiseshell comb is waiting for its CITES licence and will be in Geneva after the sale. We will arrange to deliver it to the buyer as soon as possible. Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. Signed Ostertag Paris, maker's mark, numbered 39149. Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Watch movement stamped Swiss made. Rubies well matched in colour, with some small nicks, scratches and abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 287 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."