Two emerald, onyx and diamond rings, 'Panthère', Cartier

Each designed as a panther, the eyes set with marquise-shaped emeralds, an onyx nose , the rest of the body pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, one mounted in white and the other in yellow gold, size approximately 47, signed Cartier and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Each stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. White gold ring numbered 72633A, the yellow gold ring numbered 76226A. Both signed Cartier with maker's marks. Emeralds medium green. Onyx in good condition. Each ring inscribed 48.5CS indicating total diamond weight for each ring, estimated colour G, estimated clarity VS. Very few scratches to mount. In very good condition.
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