The pierced petals and leaves of textured gold design, the flower petals open to reveal a cluster of oscillating sapphires, emeralds and diamonds, to the articulated leaves rising simultaneously with the withering of the petals, enhanced by an emerald-set flower bud, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed and numbered 018960.

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the diamonds are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Emeralds are of medium green colour, slightly included to naked eyes, with surface chips and abrasions upon 10x loupe, not seen to naked eyes. Sapphires are of deep strong blue colour. Signed Cartier to the back. Condition: This brooch is offered without reserve. Vintage brooch, with signs of wear and slight surface tarnishing (mainly on petals) to the metal, otherwise in good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.