CARTIER London 1935 Art Deco Box In Sterling 18Kt Gold And Rubies

Compact case box designed by Cartier.

Beautiful and rare compact box, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1935. The squared box has been crafted with art deco patterns in solid sterling silver with accents in 18 karats gold. It is embellished with gilded interiors, a stunning linear design on both sides and mounted with four earth mined natural vivid red rubies. The box is fitted with a six barrels hinge, a pusher snap lock and a beveled square mirror.

Rubies: Mounted in a channel setting, with 4 French squared cut of natural red rubies, with a weight of about 0.24 carats.

Birthstone: Rubies for the month of July.

Weight: 111.45 Grams, (71.41 Dwt). 

Measurements: 70 mm by 73 mm by 13 mm (2.75 x 2.87 x 0.51 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks: the maker's mark, two times with the national eagle's head, the marks for the assay of the gold and the silver, the case number and signed, "CARTIER LONDON 2".

Collateral: This box is accompanied by the designer's presentation jewelry pouch.

Condition: The overall condition of this box is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver or the gold. The rubies are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D081624SNNJ.3.302