Pair of ruby and diamond ear clips, 'Pergola Royale', Van Cleef & Arpels, 1996. Photo Sotheby's

Each featuring two flowers, the petals composed of calibré-cut rubies en serti mystérieux, the leaves and pistils set with brilliant-cut diamonds, each signed V.C.A., numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case by Van Cleef & Arpels. Estimation 135,000 — 225,000 CHF

Exposition: Van Cleef & Arpels, 50 Years of History, Geneva, 16 November 2013 to 1 March 2014.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels. Genève, 13 mai 2014 - http://www.sothebys.com/