Emerald, sapphire and diamond brooch, Cartier, 1960s

Designed as two birds perched on a branch, set with cabochon and calibré-cut sapphires, similarly cut emeralds and single-cut diamonds, mounted in yellow gold and platinum,

Stamped with French assay marks for gold and numbered 08444. Signed Cartier Paris and maker's marks. Sapphire cabochon a medium dark blue, with good saturation of colour. Some typical crystal inclusions noticeable with the aid of a 10x lens. Remaining sapphires and emeralds well matched in colour. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of little wear to the metal, scratches consistent with wear. In good condition.
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