Circa 1990s, these two elephants are as cute as can be. Solid 18k yellow gold, weighing 16.8 grams. Measures 3.5cm x 2cm. French hallmarked, signed, and numbered. Double elephant design with articulated small elephant dangles and a trombone pin closure. The smaller elephant is fully removable.
Elephants were especially popular in Cartier’s animal jewelry because they symbolized wisdom, luck, strength, and family. Many collectors love the elephant family pieces because they feel playful yet extremely luxurious. Cartier’s animal brooches from this era were often worn almost like miniature sculptures on clothing rather than traditional, delicate jewelry.
