DIAMOND LORGNETTE, CARTIER, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Of tapered design, millegrain-set with rose and circular-cut diamonds, opening via a hinge to form a pair of spectacles, signed Cartier, numbered, to a fancy-link chain set with circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 640mm.

Signed Cartier, numbered 509. Chain unsigned. Diamonds bright and lively, mixed colours and clarities. Lorgnette pendant length measuring approximately 75mm including pendant bale, 120mm fully extended. Push piece in good working order, spectacles closing and clicking shut securely. Glass in good condition. Lenses each approximately 22 x 16mm. Light scratches to metal and glass consistent with wear. Gross weight approximately 28 grams. Overall in good condition.
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