Diamond Alhambra Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, 4.00 Carats
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Van Cleef & Arpels, diamond Alhambra necklace, composed of ten quatrefoil motifs set with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a cable link chain, estimated total diamond weight 4.00 carats, signed Vca, numbered, French assay mark, accompanied by certificate of authenticity, weight 32.7gm, length 42.5 cm.
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- Assay / Assayed - Assaying is the testing of a metal, most commonly silver and gold to determine its ingredients and quality. In Britain, once an item of silver or gold has been assayed, a mark is stamped on it, certifying its purity. Known as hallmark, it derives its name from the Guild Hall of the Goldsmiths' Company, who recieved its Charter in 1327 giving it the power to assay and mark articles of gold and silver.
- Quatrefoil - A stylised four-circle design, itself contained within a larger circle, with Gothic origins and often seen as window designs in ecclesiastical architecture. The use of the motif was popular in Gothic Revival furniture of the 19th century.
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- necklaces, diamond - diamonds, not with gold 257
- Van Cleef & Arpels (France)