Of floral design, set with cushion-shaped emeralds, brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, signed VCA, numbered, French maker's mark.

Signed VCA, numbered 31716. French maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Emeralds well matched in colour, green of medium strong saturation (one lighter in tone), calculated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, chips , scratches and abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 14.00 - 16.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 56 grams.
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