Cultured pearl and lapis lazuli ring, 'Twist', Van Cleef & Arpels, and a gold case

The ring designed as lines of lapis lazuli beads alternating with cultured pearls, size 51, signed VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, the rectangular case of woven design, measurements approximately 95 x 50 x 15mm, gross weight approximately 104 grams.

Ring signed V.C.A, numbered 15059. French maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay mark and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Inscribed 62, referring to the ring size. Cultured pearls of slightly cream body colour, with good skin and lustre, partly with rosé and green overtones, small blemishes. Lapis lazuli in overall good condition, with small pyrite inclusions. Gold case with partial maker's mark. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in two-tone gold. Signs of wear and scratches to the metal. Measurements approximately 95 x 50 x 15mm. Total gross weight approximately 119 grams.
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