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CARTIER

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CARTIER
Clip "Lézard
White and yellow diamonds, cabochon emeralds and rubies
18k (750) gold
Signed and numbered
Case and certificate
Dim.: 7.5 x 3 cm approx. - Weight: 33.2 g

A diamond, emerald and ruby brooch, signed Cartier

A lizard from the Cartier bestiary
Reptiles and their scales are an inexhaustible source of inspiration for jewelers. Their supple, sinuous bodies require remarkable expertise. The Cartier vivarium boasts snakes, crocodiles, chimeras and lizards. The Mexican actress Maria Félix made history with a remarkable necklace featuring two crocodiles, set with emeralds and daffodil diamonds, more real than life. Since ancient times, reptiles have been represented all over the world. The significance of these fascinating animals varies: beneficent, powerful, a symbol of life or mortal danger.