Pair of gem set and diamond ear clips, Cartier, 1990s

Each of half-hoop design, decorated with diagonal bands set with calibré-cut sapphires, rubies and emeralds alternating with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, numbered, British hallmarks and French assay marks, partial maker's marks.

Each signed Cartier, numbered 658688. Stamped 750, French assay marks and European convention marks for 18 carat gold, British hallmarks for 18 carat gold, London, date letter T for 1993, sponsor mark JC for Jacques Cartier. Sapphires, rubies and emeralds well matched in colour, blue, red and green of medium strong saturation, transparent, with typical minor inclusions visible under magnification, some surface-reaching. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.50 - 4.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Light scratches to the metal consistent with wear. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 15 grams.
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