Sapphire, ruby and diamond bracelet, 'Pelouse', Van Cleef & Arpels

Of sprung and bead design, embellished with flower head motifs, 'Hawaï', set with circular-cut rubies and sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and yellow gold, length approximately 170mm, signed V. C. A  and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, three small stones deficient.

Cf: Sylvie Raulet, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, 1986, page 236, for an illustration of a similar bracelet dated 1948.

Ruby of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Stamped 750 for gold. Signed V.C.A. and numbered 30956. Sapphires and rubies well matched in colour, some typical crystal inclusions, minor nicks and abrasion noticeable with the aid of a 10x lens. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 4.60 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Bright and lively. Two diamonds and one sapphire deficient. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with wear. Clasp secure. In good condition.
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