Lot 1
A Cartier Art Deco Diamond and Platinum-Mounted Enamel Compact
Estimate
$7,000 - $9,000

Sold for $10,625

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Cartier Art Deco Diamond and Platinum-Mounted Enamel Compact
Circa 1920
of rectangular form with rounded corners, the lid centered with a diamond-inset monogram, the hinges and thumbpiece also decorated with diamonds, the lid lifting up to an interior with a fitted mirror.
marked 'Cartier-Paris' on rim of mirror, marked with platinum Dog Head assay mark on thumb-piece
Width 3 5/8 inches. 
Property from the Estate of a Prominent Kansas City Collector
Condition Report
In overall good, stable, attractive condition. The underside with some heavier surface scratching and a more noticeable cluster of scratches to the right side of underside. Enameling on underside of lid with some indents from prolonged contact with mirror frame. Examination under UV light does not show evidence of restoration to enamel. Additional images available upon request. 

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