Platinum, Carved Ruby and Diamond Brooch, Cartier, London, With an Emerald Pendant - Photo Sotheby's

The brooch set with seven rubies carved with foliate motifs, accented by ten round ruby beads and further set with numerous old mine, round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.25 carats, signed Cartier London, numbered 4441, circa 1935; supporting a later-added pendant comprised of one round emerald bead and one emerald drop measuring approximately 29.0 by 19.0 by 39.2 mm. Estimate: 75,000 - 100,000 USD - LOT SOLD. 674,500 USD

Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 49898 stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: faint, type: modern.

Sotheby's; Magnificent Jewels from the Collection of Mrs. Charles Wrightsman. New York | 05 Dec 2012 www.sothebys.com