Cartier 18ct Gold Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1955
Cartier, 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond brooch, circa 1955. Modelled as a flowerhead, centring a claw-set brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.25 carats, within a surround of circular-cut sapphires together weighing approximately 0.48 carts, signed Cartier, length 1.54 in., width 1.65 in., gross weight approximately 12.0 grams.
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- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
- Claw Set Jewellery - The description "claw set" in jewellery refers to a setting where the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that resemble claws. These prongs are bent over the edges of the gemstone to secure it in the setting. This type of setting is commonly used for diamonds and other precious stones.
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