Amethyst, turquoise and diamond brooch, Cartier, circa 1960

Designed as an orchid, the petals set with polished turquoise, circular-cut and oval amethysts, accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Clasp signed Cartier Paris, maker's marks on pin and brooch, back of brooch numbered N8246. Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Turquoises of light blue to greenish blue colour, few with veining. Amethysts well matched in colour, few scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.00 - 4.00 carats, on average of G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 57 grams.
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