Lot 388
  • 388

Diamond bangle, Cartier, 1950s

Estimate
14,000 - 22,000 CHF
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Description

  • gold, diamond
The three flower heads claw-set to the centre with a circular-cut diamond, the petals pavĂ©-set with similarly- and single-cut diamonds, mounted in gold; the flower heads can be detached and worn as brooches, inner circumference approximately 160mmsigned Cartier, Paris and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Condition

Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Brooch and bracelet signed Cartier Paris with maker's marks, brooch partially illegible numbered 010442(7). Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 11.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Bracelet opens and closes in pushing the little pusher to the left respectively right. Clasp secure. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age, in good condition.
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