CARTIER, PARIS, SAPPHIRE, DIAMOND, AND EMERALD BIRD-OF-PARADISE BROOCH

Designed as a bird of paradise, the torso set with a carved sapphire measuring approximately 33.90 x 17.00 x 10.25 mm, a round cabochon emerald eye, and bullet shaped and old European, transitional, and single cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.25 carats total. Mounted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. 3 5/8 x 1 1/2 inches.
Stamp: Cartier PARIS (French hallmarks).
Gross weight: 24.00 dwt.

Accompanied by an IAJA Letter of Expertise, stating the brooch is a genuine Cartier item circa 1950.

From the Private Collection of a Distinguished Italian Signora

Overall Condition: Moderate scratches and wear to metal consistent with age and use. Chips to a few diamonds. Abrasion to emerald.

Diamond Characteristics (graded insofar as mounting permits)
Color: G-H.
Clarity: VS (a few I).

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