Ruby bead and diamond necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, 1981

Strung in the center with four rows of ruby beads continuing to two rows at the back, accented with pavé-set diamond rondelles, the sides with diamond-set arrow motifs, the whole set with 729 round diamonds weighing approximately 11.35 carat, mounted in gold, length 16½ inches, signed VCA, numbered N.Y. 51636. With signed envelope. Estimate 75,000--100,000 USD - Lot sold 92,500 USD

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