VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. Gold pendant 750 thousandths, set with an oval faceted sapphire in a partial closed setting, stylizing a question mark. Signed, numbered 146 160, hallmarked by the master. Weight of the sapphire: approx. 6 cts, accompanied by a GEM Paris certificate for the sapphire. Pendant weight: 7.20 g. - Height: 3.6 cm. It is held by a 750 thousandths gold chain with an English gourmette link and a ratchet clasp with eight safety catches. Chain weight: 43.10 g. - Chain length: 35 cm.

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