Emerald and Diamond Twin Ring by Cartier, Paris, circa 1960
Emerald and Diamond Twin Ring by Cartier, Paris, circa 1960
A ring composed of a step-cut emerald and a step-cut diamond, slightly offset from each other, with tapered baguette shoulders; the Colombian emerald mounted in 18-karat yellow gold and the diamond mounting and shank in platinum
- 1 step-cut emerald, total weighing 3.627 carats
- 1 step-cut diamond, total weighing 4.81 carats
- Signed Cartier
- Measurements: 3/5 x 3/5 x 1 inch
- Ring size: 5 ¾
Additional cataloguing
Certification
Gemological Institute of America Diamond Grading Report, dated February 20, 2024, stating that the emerald-cut diamond is E color and VVS2 clarity.
Swiss Gemological Institute (SSEF) Gemstone Report, dated February 22, 2024, stating the octagonal, step-cut emerald is Colombian in origin, medium strong saturation, with minor oil.
Biography
Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier. His three grandsons, Louis, Pierre, and Jacques, built the house into a famous international jewelry empire serving royalty, Hollywood stars, and socialites. Cartier has created some of the most important jewelry and objects of art of the twentieth century with many iconic designs such as mystery clocks, Tutti Frutti jewelry and the Panthère line. In 1983, The Cartier Collection was established with the objective of acquiring important pieces that trace the firm's artistic evolution. Today, Cartier has 200 stores in 125 countries.
