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Sapphire and diamond bar brooch, Cartier, 1930s
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
- Platinum, gold, sapphires and diamonds
Set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 4.83 carats, between four oval sapphires and circular- and single-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 78208, stating that the central cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 4.83 carats and measuring 10.23 x 9.17 x 4.85mm, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating.
Signed Cartier Paris, numbered 59003 (3 could be a partial 8). French maker's mark. French assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Sapphires blue of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, some minor abrasions visible under magnification. For further details on the central sapphire, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of less than 1.00 carat. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 10 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."
"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."