The front panel decorated with floral motifs, set with circular-cut rubies, sapphires, emeralds and diamonds, opening to reveal a watch, on a gold bracelet, length approximately 190mm, case back numbered, dial signed Cartier, French assay and maker's marks, mechanical movement.

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. Please note we do not guarantee watch movements. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing. 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. Accompanied by a letter from Cartier stating that this jewel was created in 1947. Dial signed Cartier, case back numbered 89916, bracelet with French maker's mark and French assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Stones well matched in colour, with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, and some abrasions and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 61 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."