Polished coral batons, French and old-cut diamonds, black and red enamel, platinum, circa 1928, unsigned

Cartier, 2003: Copy of Insurance Valuation

Diamonds: 10 French-cut and 118 old-cut stated to weigh a total of approximately 7.50 carats

Size/Dimensions: 5.2 x 3.4 cm (2 x 1³⁄₈ in)
Gross Weight: 19.2 grams

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