Designed as a butterfly, the body set with a chrysoprase cabochon, the wings accented with single-cut diamonds, length approximately 465mm, signed VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Signed VCA, numbered G4041C1, French maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay mark and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, inscribed 78. Chrysophrase in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear to the metal, scratches and small signs of tarnish to the chain. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 7 grams. Measurements of the butterfly approximately 16.00 x 23.75 x 5.00mm.
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