Pair of ruby bead and diamond tassel earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York

The ruby bead tassels capped by round diamonds, suspended from ruby bead and diamond floral tops, the whole set with 62 round diamonds weighing approximately 5.45 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold, signed VCA, numbered N.Y. CSO 5957. With signed box. Estimate 20,000--30,000 USD - Lot sold 33,750 USD.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels. 09 Dec 08. New York photos courtesy Sotheby's. www.sothebys.com