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9:00 AM PT - Feb 19th, 2012
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Van Cleef & Arpels "Sevres Sautoir" necklace that converts into three bracelets, 136.1 DWT 18 kt gold (212 grams) & 10 CTW Diamonds. Very similar to a piece sold last year from the Elizabeth Taylor jewel sale at Christies, which was a favorite necklace of Taylor's. Suite of diamond & gold comprising a necklace, designed as a series of articulated, textured gold openwork oval-shaped links, enhanced by circular cut diamond bands, joined by textured gold arched links; marked' USA 750 21719' and 'Y40984'; 'VCA Made in France', also marked "VCA, .750, 21718" on one section. 10 CTW in BVS F color diamonds & 136.1 DWT of 18 Kt. Yellow Gold, 212 grams total weight.
Size: L. 24.25", 3 sections, 2 are 8" long and one is 7' long. Weight: 136.1 DWT 18KT G & 10 CTW Dia Weight Overall: 7.4oz/212g Condition: Excellent original condition, slight discoloration/tarnish to one clasp. All diamonds are securely set. Van Cleef & Arpels: Parisian jeweler Alfred Van Cleef opened his salon in partnership with his brothers-in-law, Julien and Charles Arpels, in 1906. The company quickly earned a reputation for using only the highest quality colored gemstones. Their timeless designs employed elegant curves and clean fluid lines; capturing the essence of beauty in motion. Their success was immediate. In 1930, the firm patented the first minaudiere, a fancy purse-like compartmentalized lady’s vanity case. In 1933, Van Cleef and Arpels introduced "invisible setting", or “mystery setting”. This innovative technique took the market by storm. It created the illusion of floating gems, each being fastened by wires from the underside of the piece. It was popular throughout the 1930s and 1940s before reappearing in the 1990s. The company is continues to be family run, managing locations across the globe. Condition report Excellent
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