Lot 26
  • 26

Pair of sapphire and ruby brooches, 'Haricot', Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1950

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Rubies, sapphires, gold
Each set with oval sapphires and calibré-cut rubies, both signed Van Cleef et Arpels, numbered, French assay mark for gold.

Condition

Signed VAN CLEEF ET ARPELS, numbered 51792, French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of light to medium strong saturation, with minor abrasions. Rubies well matched in colour, red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, some with abrasions, nicks and chips. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and use. Total gross weight approximately 25 grams.
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