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Lot 156
  • 156

Ruby and diamond brooch, Cartier, 1920s

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description

  • Rubies, diamonds, platinum, gold
Designed as a stylised bunch of grapes set with ruby beads, embellished with circular-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, assay marks.

Condition

Signed Cartier Paris. Assay marks for platinum and gold. Rubies well matched in colour, purplish red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, a few cavities, some scratches, abrasions and nicks. Enamel with some loss areas. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 10 grams. Pouch stamped Cartier.
"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."