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Lot 185
  • 185

Citrine and turquoise pendant, Cartier, circa 1950

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • citrine, gold, turquoise
Set with a circular-cut citrine, the foliate rope twist mount collet-set with turquoise cabochons, signed Cartier, French assay mark.

Condition

Accompanied by a facsimile of an insurance document from Cartier London, dated 7th December 1996. Stamped with French assay mark for 18 carat gold, signed Cartier Paris to reverse of setting. Citrine orangey-yellow, transparent, with very minor inclusions visible under magnification, areas of minor wear to facet edges, measuring approximately 28 x 28 x 18.5mm, calculated to weigh approximately 69.4 carats. Turquoises mid greenish-blue, opaque, some with typical matrix inclusions visible to the naked eye. Light scratches to stone and metal surfaces consistent with age and wear. Traces of solder to two small areas around edge to reverse of brooch. Overall dimensions approximately 52 x 35 x 22mm. In good condition.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a facsimile of an insurance document from Cartier London, dated 7th December 1996.