Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels

Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels

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Property of a Lady of Title

Cartier

Important diamond, onyx and emerald parure, 'Tiger'

Auction Closed

November 8, 06:50 PM GMT

Estimate

250,000 - 450,000 CHF

Lot Details

Description

Property of a Lady of Title


Important diamond, onyx and emerald parure, 'Tiger', Cartier


Comprising: a necklace pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds of yellow tint and polished onyx, inner circumference approximately 360mm, partially signed Cartier, numbered, French maker's and assay marks for gold; a brooch designed as a tiger with a polished onyx nose and pear-shaped emerald eyes, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds of yellow tint, signed Cartier, numbered, French maker's and assay marks for gold, brooch fitting detachable, fitting for wear on necklace and screwdriver deficient, pouch stamped Cartier; and a pair of ear clips similarly-set, unsigned, numbered, pouch stamped Cartier.


Please note that the diamonds of yellow tint have not been tested for natural colour origin.

Two small pieces of onyx, only noticeable upon close inspection, have become detached and will be replaced for the purchaser.