Lot 199
  • 199

Chrysoprase, gold and diamond clip, Cartier, circa 1927

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 CHF
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Description

The carved chrysoprase Buddha sitting on a lotus flower and diamond throne, mounted in platinum and yellow gold, signed Cartier Paris, French assay and maker's marks.

Literature

Cf: Hans Nadelhoffer, Cartier, Editions du Regard, 1984, plate 37, for an illustration of a similar Buddha clip.

Condition

French assay mark's for platinum and gold. Signed Cartier Paris on the reverse, maker's mark for Cartier. Rose-cut diamonds on the hat of the Buddha, cushion, single and brilliant-cut diamonds on the throne. Usual signs of wear to the metal consistent with age. In good condition.
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