Colored stone and diamond pendant-necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, circa 1965

The pendant designed as a stylized flowerhead set with round and oval cabochon rubies, emeralds and sapphires, further decorated with 27 round diamonds weighing approximately 5.40 carats, supported on a gold chain decorated at intervals with three-stone clusters of ruby and sapphire beads, mounted in 18 karat gold, length 22 inches, pendant and necklace signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 13598, assay marks and maker's mark, pendant detaches to be worn as a clip. 

Good condition. The colored stones are a few shades deeper and considerably more muted than indicated by the catalogue illustration; translucent to semi-translucent with some surface-reaching inclusions. Diamonds are approximately F-G color and VVS-VS clarity. Maker's mark is for Pery & Fils; also bearing French hallmarks. Clip is signed Van Cleef & Arpels 13598 on pin bridge; necklace is similarly signed on the reverse of the oval cabochon ruby.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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