monture Cartier Emerald and diamond demi-parure, circa 1940
Comprising: a necklace/brooch combination composed of a double row of loop-in-loop chain enhanced with old cushion-shaped diamonds supporting detachable brooches, each designed as a cluster of cabochon emeralds drill-set with old cushion-shaped diamonds to a leaf pavé-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, length approximately 380mm; and a pair of earrings of similar design, post and hinged back fittings; each signed monture Cartier, maker's marks for Dubois Rémont, French assay marks for gold.
Condition Report:
Each signed monture Cartier. Maker's marks for Dubois Rémont, 13 rue Grenata, Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Emeralds slightly bluish green of medium saturation, heavily included, surface reaching inclusions, dark crystals, cavities, fissures and chips, some emeralds slightly loose. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.00 - 11.00 carats, on average J-K, some L-M and M+ colour, SI-I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Minor areas of tarnish and scratches to the metal consistent with age and wear, security on one brooch slightly stiff. In good condition. Brooches measuring approximately 50 x 50mm and 40 x 40mm, earrings measuring approximately 30 x 20mm. Total gross weight approximately 187 grams.
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Comprising: a necklace/brooch combination composed of a double row of loop-in-loop chain enhanced with old cushion-shaped diamonds supporting detachable brooches, each designed as a cluster of cabochon emeralds drill-set with old cushion-shaped diamonds to a leaf pavé-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, length approximately 380mm; and a pair of earrings of similar design, post and hinged back fittings; each signed monture Cartier, maker's marks for Dubois Rémont, French assay marks for gold.
Condition Report:
Each signed monture Cartier. Maker's marks for Dubois Rémont, 13 rue Grenata, Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Emeralds slightly bluish green of medium saturation, heavily included, surface reaching inclusions, dark crystals, cavities, fissures and chips, some emeralds slightly loose. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.00 - 11.00 carats, on average J-K, some L-M and M+ colour, SI-I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Minor areas of tarnish and scratches to the metal consistent with age and wear, security on one brooch slightly stiff. In good condition. Brooches measuring approximately 50 x 50mm and 40 x 40mm, earrings measuring approximately 30 x 20mm. Total gross weight approximately 187 grams.
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