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This clock was serviced by Cartier 14 September 2013
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AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY AGATE AND DIAMOND-SET DESK CLOCK, BY CARTIER
The circular silvered dial with engine turned centre, black painted Roman numerals and Arabic seconds, with rose-cut diamond-set hands within a gold and white enamel bezel, the polished agate surround with silver-gilt case and hinged strutt to the reverse and ivory panel backing, circa 1920, French marks for silver and gold, 11.6cm high
Signed Cartier to the dial and case
The circular silvered dial with engine turned centre, black painted Roman numerals and Arabic seconds, with rose-cut diamond-set hands within a gold and white enamel bezel, the polished agate surround with silver-gilt case and hinged strutt to the reverse and ivory panel backing, circa 1920, French marks for silver and gold, 11.6cm high
Signed Cartier to the dial and case
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Sale room notice
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. only Asian elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
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