AN 18 CARAT GOLD AND RUBY COMPACT, BY CARTIER
Of saddle form, with engine turned hatched decoration throughout, to stepped rose gold borders, the cabochon ruby thumb piece opening the hinged cover to reveal a bevelled mirror and powder compartment, London hallmarks for 18 carat gold, 1956, 7.6cm wide, original leather case
Signed Cartier, London, designed by R. Emmerson, no.k5165
AN 18 CARAT GOLD AND RUBY COMPACT, BY CARTIER
Of saddle form, with engine turned hatched decoration throughout, to stepped rose gold borders, the cabochon ruby thumb piece opening the hinged cover to reveal a bevelled mirror and powder compartment, London hallmarks for 18 carat gold, 1956, 7.6cm wide, original leather case
Signed Cartier, London, designed by R. Emmerson, no.k5165