Ruby and diamond bracelet, Cartier, circa 1935

Composed of three rows of oval, cushion-shaped and circular-cut rubies, decorated with geometric motifs set with calibré-cut rubies, circular-cut and baguette diamonds, length approximately 175mm, signed Cartier, numbered. 

This bracelet has remained in the same family since it was purchased at Cartier in the 1930s. It is also mentioned in an insurance valuation by Chaumet, dated 14 July 1943. 

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 17119004, stating that a large majority of the rubies is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Signed Cartier London, numbered 9566. Rubies well matched in colour, purplish-red, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching, some chips and abrasions. Oval rubies ranging from approximately 5.2 x 5.2 x 2.6mm to 7.5 x 5.6 x 2.7mm, calculated to weigh from approximately 0.51 and 0.91 carat respectively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 25.00 - 30.00 carats. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00 - 6.00 carats, on average H-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Light scratches to surfaces consistent with wear, a few links with minor marks of solder. Links well-articulated, clasp secure. Total weight approximately 47.8 grams.
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