A rectangular 18 karat yellow gold cigarette case, by Cartier, dated 1947, with fitted presentation box. The exterior surface of the case is patterned with undulating horizontal stripes. The push-in ruby cabochon thumb-piece opens the case to reveal an openwork strip of patterned gold to secure any contents. Signed JC for Jacques Cartier, 12.5 cm x 8 cm.
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CREATOR-Cartier
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IN THE STYLE OF-Retro
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PLACE OF ORIGIN-France
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DATE OF MANUFACTURE-1947
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PERIOD-1940-1949
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METAL-18k Gold
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STONE-Ruby
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STONE CUT-Oval Cut
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CONDITION-Excellent-See Condition Descriptions
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CONDITION DETAILS-with light scratches
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DIMENSIONS-W 3.15 in. x D 4.93 in.W 80 mm x D 125 mm
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LENGTH-4.93 in. (125 mm)
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WEIGHT-310 g
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SELLER LOCATION-London, GB
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REFERENCE NUMBER-LU116818037241
Cartier London 1947 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Clasp Cigarette Case
£26,500.00 Regular Price
£20,000.00Sale Price