Details
Rectangular and decorated with alternating horizontal and vertical bands, the gilt cylindrical thumb piece set with lapis lazuli, the gilt interior fitted with a cedarwood lining to the base, engraved on border 'Cartier Paris London New-York / Made in France', marked underneath and in the lid
612 in (16.5 cm.) wide
gross weight 22 oz. 10 dwt. (700 gr.)
Provenance
Prince George, Duke of Kent (1902-1942), fourth son of King George V (r.1910-1936) and Queen Mary (1867-1953), brother of King Edward VIII, later Duke of Windsor (1894-1972) and King George VI (r.1936-1952), then by descent.
Special notice
Please note this lot is the property of a consumer. See H1 of the Conditions of Sale.
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