Object Description
A pair of diamond, onyx and white gold panther earrings by Cartier, circa 1990. These ‘Panthère de Cartier’ hoop earrings are designed as a line of round brilliant cut diamonds, every three diamonds is accented with a black onyx spike, the same gemset pattern is repeated on the outward facing interior of each hoop. The earrings are set in 18ct white gold with post and butterfly fittings.
Maker
Cartier
Period
circa 1990s
Origin
Paris
Gemstones
52 x round brilliant diamonds estimated total: 1.56cts
16 x black onyx spikes
Setting
18ct white gold, signed Cartier, numbered and French hallmarks
Weight
13 grams
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.8cm/1.1″
Width: 3mm/0.1″
Condition
Very fine
Directors Notes
Cartier’s mascot, the panther was first seen in 1914. Whilst Louis Cartier was the first to introduce the legendary creature, it was Jeanne Toussaint who went on to make it the iconic motif that it is today, synonymous with the name of Cartier. Toussaint’s nickname even became ‘La Panthère’ such was her influence upon this jewelled legacy. The panther has been reinterpreted and reimagined by Cartier many times over more than a century and it remains today as highly collectible and sought after as it was when it was first introduced.