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Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise,
Diamond, Gold Brooch
Stones: European, mine, and transitional-cut
diamonds weighing a total of approximately
2.35 carats; carved coral; turquoise cabochons
Metal: 18k gold
Marked: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gross Weight: 42.90 grams
Dimensions: 2 inches x 1-5/8 inches
*Note: Turquoise is not tested for origin of color
or treatment

Property from a Palm Beach, Florida Estate


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More information about Van Cleef & Arpels. See also: VCA Artist.

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000.

Condition Report*: Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: SI
Shape(s): European, Mine, and Transitional-Cut
Count: 1 - 25

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Coral and Turquoise
Shape(s): Carved and Beads
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good

Metals:
Gold

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: A small bail is positioned at the top of the design. The diamonds are mixed in cutting style, consisting primarily of European and mine-cut stones. The pinstem is marked "Van Cleef & Arpels" with serial number NY 34640. The turquoise shows slight color variation from stone to stone.
Van Cleef & Arpels: Parisian jeweler Alfred Van Cleef opened his salon in partnership with his brothers-in-law, Julien and Charles Arpels, in 1906. The company quickly earned a reputation for using only the highest-quality colored gemstones. Their timeless designs employed elegant curves and clean, fluid lines, capturing the essence of beauty in motion. In 1930, the firm patented the first minaudiere, a purse-like compartmentalized vanity case. In 1933, Van Cleef and Arpels introduced "invisible setting" or "mystery setting." This innovative technique took the market by storm. The firm continues under the umbrella of the Richemont Group.

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Auction Info

Proxy Bidding Ends 
December
3rd Wednesday 9:50 am CT
Auction Dates
December
3rd Wednesday
Proxy Bidding Time Remaining 
23 Days 10h 33m 3s
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
Lot Tracking Activity: 7
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This lot is in: 1 - Signature® Floor Session (Live Floor, Live Phone, Mail, Fax, Internet, and Heritage Live):
(Lots 55001-55355) - 10:00 AM Central Time, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
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2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261

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*Reserve Not Met. A reserve has been posted on this lot, but no bids have met the reserve. The next bid will meet the reserve.

Reserve Amount:
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