SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS SET, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, 1920S

Comprising: a pair of cufflinks, the ends of differing sizes, each set with baguette and half-moon-shaped diamonds arranged in an hourglass motif, and buff top calibré-cut sapphires, each signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered; and four dress studs of similar design, each signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered.

All pieces signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris, numbered 32528. Sapphires mid blue, transparent, with typical inclusions visible under magnification, some surface-reaching, with associated areas of minor chipping and surface fissures and some with small areas of minor wear to surfaces, mostly in good condition. Diamonds estimated to be H-I colour, VS clarity on average, estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.00 - 1.30 carats. Cufflink ends approximately 13 x 9mm and 9 x 7mm respectively, dress studs approximately 8 x 7mm each. Cufflinks with chain linking, measuring approximately 14mm. Dress studs with screw back fittings, all in good working order. Light scratches to surfaces consistent with wear. Overall in good condition. Combined gross weight approximately 19 grams. For further information please contact the department on +44 (0)207 293 6409. 
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