Edwardian Airplane Charm Pendant By Cartier, 1910, Patriotic Charm
Cartier 1910 airplane charm in platinum and diamonds. This pendant depicts a biplane designed in France and widely used during the First World War as a reconnaissance or bomber aircraft. The plane is set with small, flat diamonds. Antique charm, circa 1910, made by Cartier as a patriotic piece. Unsigned.
Mascaron hallmark (applied later)
Height (including bail): 1.5 cm - Width: 1.4 cm
Note: a "machine gun" model is presented in In the beginning was the line, by Olivier Bachet, p. 48; The creation of such jewelry by Cartier, " platinum pendants, " is also mentioned. [...] featuring machine guns, airplanes, or the famous 75mm gun. " p.53
Condition: scratches from use
Weight: 0.77 gr
*The antique chain is not sold with the jewel*
Mascaron hallmark (applied later)
Height (including bail): 1.5 cm - Width: 1.4 cm
Note: a "machine gun" model is presented in In the beginning was the line, by Olivier Bachet, p. 48; The creation of such jewelry by Cartier, " platinum pendants, " is also mentioned. [...] featuring machine guns, airplanes, or the famous 75mm gun. " p.53
Condition: scratches from use
Weight: 0.77 gr
*The antique chain is not sold with the jewel*
1 570 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Art Nouveau
Condition: Good condition
Material: Platinum
Reference (ID): 1683412
Availability: In stock
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