Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels

The single blossom set with a cluster of 26 oval-shaped rubies and numerous pavé-set round diamonds, the center supporting a flexible cascade of round and marquise-shaped diamonds, the whole set with approximately 142 round, 14 marquise-shaped and 4 baguette diamonds weighing approximately 22.25 carats, mounted in platinum, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, N.Y., numbered 40279.