The black enamel case applied with a carved jadeite plaque, accented with cabochon amethyst and millegrain-set with rose-cut diamonds, to a similarly set thumb piece, opening to reveal a single compartment, mounted in gold, measurements approximately 44mm x28mm x8mm, signed Van Cleef Arpels Paris and numbered, maker's marks and French assay marks.

French assay mark for gold, signed Van Cleef Arpels Paris, numbered Z7831 and 7048. A few chips to amethysts and few scratches to enamel and gold consistent with age. In good condition.
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