Pair of ruby and diamond ear clips, Van Cleef & Arpels

Each designed as a poppy, the petals set with calibré-cut rubies en serti mystérieux, the pistil embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.

Each signed Van Cleef Arpels, numbered 136492, maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat yellow gold. Rubies very well matched in colour, purplish red of medium strong saturation, with minor scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, on average of G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 29 grams. Case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels, 32 Place Vendôme, Paris.
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