1950s Vintage Cartier Paris 18ct Gold and Lapis Lazuli Turtle Brooch feed-agegroup-adult these would have adorned a

these would have adorned a gentleman’s evening waistcoat in the early 20th century

with their large flat facets

The popularisation of micro-mosaic jewellery coincided with the Grand Tour era of the 19th century

The legendary Art Deco period was known for its geometric precision and sophisticated style

making it a charming

1950s Vintage Cartier Paris 18ct Gold and Lapis Lazuli Turtle Brooch feed-agegroup-adult these would have adorned aA truly delightful and rare Cartier brooch in the form of a 18ct gold turtle with a lapis lazuli body and diamond eyes. It has five gold spikes on its lapis body. It was made in 1948 and would make a wonderful addition to any antique jewellery collection. It looks superb on a woman or a man. It is signed and numbered: Cartier, Paris, 11 1139 Literature: Amazing Cartier. Jewelry Design since 1937, Nadine Coleno, Flammarion, Paris 2009 English edition,