A rare van Cleef & Arpels diamond 'A Cheval' necklace, composed of a line of claw-set brilliant-cut diamonds flanked by a row of collet-set diamonds completed by a concealed box clasp, the 378 diamonds together weighing approximately 19.28 carats, mounted in platinum, inner circumference 14.96 in., numbered NY5XXX9, signed van Cleef & Arpels., accompanied by: a van Cleef and Arpels soft case, a van Cleef and Arpels folio and valuation for Insurance dated 12 February 2010.
- 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.
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