Designed as an articulated tassel set with graduated circular-cut diamonds, gathered by tapered baguette diamonds, brooch fitting detachable, fitting signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Cf: ed. Evelyne Possémé, Van Cleef & Arpels: the Art of High Jewelry, Paris, 2012, pg. 155 for a similar 'Cascade' clip, dated circa 1953.

Detachable brooch fitting signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 72647, French maker's mark for Péry. Stamped with French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 12.50 - 14.50 carats, on average G colour and VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 34 grams.
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