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Gold and sapphire cigarette case, Bulgari, and a gold and diamond powder compact, Sterlé
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 CHF
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Description
- Sterlé
- Gold, diamonds, sapphires
The cigarette case of two tone gold reeded pattern, the thumbpiece set with calibré-cut sapphires, signed Bulgari, numbered, case stamped Bulgari; the powder compact of basket woven gold, opening to reveal a powder compartment and a mirror, the thumbpiece set with circular-cut diamonds, signed Sterlé, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, pouch; total gross weight approximately 416 grams.
Provenance
Mrs. Kathleen Zervudachi Venizelos (1897-1983), wife of prominent Greek politician Sophoklis Venizelos who served as Prime Minister of Greece three times, in 1944, 1950 and 1951. Sophoklis was the second son of Eleftherios Venizelos, one of Greece's leading statesmen, leader of the Liberal Party, Prime Minister twice between 1910 and 1933, and considered the founder of modern Greece.
Thence by descent.
Thence by descent.
Condition
Cigarette case signed BULGARI, numbered 548. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Sapphires well matched in colour, with some minor abrasions. Signs of normal use to the metal. Case stamped S.BVLGARI, 10 via Condotti, Roma.
Compact signed STERLE PARIS, numbered 8163 and 2504. French maker's mark. French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal use to the metal. Fitted pouch.
In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 416 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."