Carved ruby, emerald and diamond pin, Cartier, Paris, circa 1930

The stylized topiary motif set with a carved ruby leaf, a pear-shaped emerald and small round and single-cut diamonds, accented further with 4 small cabochon emeralds and black enamel, mounted in platinum, signed Cartier, numbered 2432, French assay mark. Estimate: 5,000—7,000 USD

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