Art Deco Cartier Amethyst & Rock Crystal Earrings three stone ring English hallmarks for 18k gold

English hallmarks for 18k gold (Chester)

Of particular relevance are the functions of escorting souls of the dead

and the thorax is a ruby cabochon

Chester 1901

and set with a row of graduated diamonds

Art Deco Cartier Amethyst & Rock Crystal Earrings three stone ring English hallmarks for 18k goldDATE: Art Deco, c. 1930 Incredible Cartier earrings dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Each one comprising a Siberian amethyst centre with frosted rock crystal oval surround, reminiscent of a life saver, with diamond set millegrain bands at the compass points. They dangle from millegrain bezel set diamond tops (stud posts) and the backs feature wonderfully intricate chased foliate motifs. Signed and numbered Cartier London, signed period