Each of basket weave design, the bag with a lid highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds and the initials HB, opening to reveal two compartments, to a fancy link chain, measuring approximately 170 x 90 x 40mm; the compact thumbpiece set with brilliant-cut diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror and a lidded compartment, measuring approximately 83 x 70 x 10mm, each signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

The Magnificent Jewels of Hélène Beaumont, Sotheby's Geneva, 18th May 1994, lot 477.

Evening bag signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered 15305 SA, French maker's mark and assay mark for 18 carat gold. Compact signed VAN CLEEF ET ARPELS, numbered 15606 SA, French maker's mark and assay marks for 18 carat gold and platinum. Some stains to the mirror. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and normal use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 510 grams.
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