Magnificent Jewels

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Van Cleef & Arpels

'Mystery-set' gold, ruby and diamond cigarette case, circa 1950

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Estimate

18,000 - 35,000 CHF

Lot Details

Description

The rectangular, engine-turned case highlighted with calibré-cut rubies set en serti mystérieux, accented by baguette diamonds, the push piece set with calibré-cut rubies, opening to reveal a mirror, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, maker’s mark for Van Cleef & Arpels, partial French assay mark for gold.

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