Edwardian Cartier Horseshoe Stick Pin sardonyx circa 1870

circa 1870

and shows how important they must have been to the numerous owners over the years

English 18k Gold Import Marks

collet set with foil behind that reflects the light back through the stone making it appear to glow from within

it comes complete with the original ornate barrel clasp

Edwardian Cartier Horseshoe Stick Pin sardonyx circa 1870DATE: Edwardian, c. 1905 A stunning Horseshoe pin by Cartier. It's exquisitely worked, and set with natural calibr cut rubies and diamonds, the former mounted in 18k gold and the latter in platinum. It dates from the Edwardian period, and remains paired with the rare and desirable green Cartier box (with the New Burlington St. address printed on the back, which dates it from between 1902 and 1909). With French eagle head hallmarks, it's signed and