Lot 209
- 209
Diamond toothpick case, circa 1899-1908
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- diamonds, gold
Of elongated form, the exterior decorated with a diagonal bi-coloured reeded pattern, later applied the Duchess of Windsor's crowned monogram 'W' set with rose diamonds, measuring approximately 88 x 19mm, Russian hallmarks and maker's mark.
Provenance
Sotheby's, The Duke & Duchess of Windsor, New York, 11-19th September 1997, lot 2548.
Condition
Stamped with Russian domestic hallmarks for year 1898-1908 and maker's mark HP or NR in Cyrillic. Diamonds bright and lively. Some minor areas of discolouration around 'W' initial. Scratches to metal surfaces commensurate with age and wear. Hinges in good working order. Gross weight approximately 37.8 grams. Overall condition good.
"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.
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.
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."