The feline heritage of this Panthère bracelet
Appearing in the House's repertoire in 1914, the Panthère quickly established itself as Cartier's signature, carried by the singular vision of Jeanne Toussaint. This geometric motif reflects the independence of the Art Deco era. This second-hand rush bracelet captures this sculptural identity with remarkable acuity. The 18-carat pink gold setting reveals a stylised feline head, whose gaze is highlighted by 2 navette-cut tsavorite garnets weighing an estimated 0.015 carats. The muzzle is defined by a cabochon-cut deep black onyx weighing around 0.02 carat. The acquisition of this bracelet makes it possible to incorporate a major historical creation into his personal collection.
Architecture and jewellery expertise
The structure of this piece rests on a semi-rigid open bezel, offering a massive setting and a frank presence on the wrist. All the rose gold surfaces have a fully polished finish, reflecting the light with maximum intensity. The workshops opted for a flush setting for the tsavorites, integrating the gems directly into the volume of the metal without any visible claws. The onyx, meanwhile, is held in place by a high-precision closed setting, extending the aerodynamics of the geometric cutaway lines of the fawn's head.
Why this second-hand rush bracelet
Opting for a creation of such density on the second-hand market is a wise move. The craftsmanship required to achieve a perfectly integrated setting and absolute mirror polish on complex geometries represents a considerable production cost today. The acquisition of this bezel offers a substantial volume of gold and a high level of technical execution, valuing the jewellery engineering of a great historic House at its true worth, far from the mere premium for novelty.
Delivered contents and condition
This piece of jewellery is designed for wrists measuring up to 16 centimetres. The inner edge of the setting reveals the engraving of the Au 750 titling, the Cartier signature, the PGI master hallmark, as well as its individual serial number. The piece has undergone rigorous technical care: a complete polishing has been carried out to restore its original surface condition, and the integrity of the settings has been checked by our experts. This ring comes complete with its original Cartier box and counter box.
Guarantee and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece with a 12-month guarantee. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As the leading second-hand retailer in Switzerland and with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for on-site fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Refurbished: our jewellery craftsman has meticulously polished and inspected the piece to restore it to its original brilliance.
