Sale 2447
New York
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17 May 2011
Price realised
USD 3,000
Estimate
AN ITALIAN GOLD AND DIAMOND OWL-FORM VINAIGRETTE MARK OF CARTIER, 20TH CENTURY 18K, modelled as an owl set with diamond eyes, with hinged compartment at base, marked on foot, also marked Italy, 15640 and 18K, with original case marked Cartier 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm.) high; 1 oz. 10 dwt. (50 gr.) gross weight
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