18ct Gold, Coral and Diamond Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

Pair of 18ct gold, coral and diamond earrings, monture van…
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Pair of 18ct gold, coral and diamond earrings, monture van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1976, each centring a claw-set oval coral measuring approximately 15 x 8 mm, partially framed by a line of graduated brilliant-cut diamonds supporting pear-shaped swing drops embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 8.00 carats, gross weight approximately 27.84 grams, length approximately 45 mm, signed Mont. Vca for van Cleef & Arpels, French marks, numbered 12465 Cs, clip fittings. Accompanied by facsimile van Cleef & Arpels papers.

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  • Claw Set Jewellery - The description "claw set" in jewellery refers to a setting where the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that resemble claws. These prongs are bent over the edges of the gemstone to secure it in the setting. This type of setting is commonly used for diamonds and other precious stones.

  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Coral - Coral used in jewellery. Coral is a material that is commonly used in jewellery making. It is made up of the skeletons of tiny marine animals called coral polyps. There are many species of coral, but only one group, Corallium, is suitable for carving, and thus can be used in jewellery manufacture. These have a deep red or pink orange skeleton and are known as "noble coral" or "precious coral".

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