VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Coral Sapphire Convertible Necklace

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Coral Sapphire Convertible Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold.

Exceptionally crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, this angel skin coral necklace is convertible and can be worn multiple ways: as a long Matinee necklace, a shorter Princess-length necklace, as well as a beaded bracelet. The mechanisms to separate the pieces are cleverly hidden inside the spacers between each carved bead. The necklace features graduated pale pink coral beads separated by sapphire and gold rondelles. The setting of the blue gemstones against the metal gives the illusion of granulation from afar, which may not be the reality, but gives the necklace a distinct look nonetheless.

Overall length is approx. 27.25" in length. Separates to a shorter necklace approx. 18.5" in length and a bracelet of approx. 8.75" in length. Beads range from approx. 8mm-9.5mm in the bracelet, and up to approx. 17mm in diameter in the necklaces. Includes two push barrel clasps with safety.

Made in France. Includes assay marks, numbered and Signed "VCA"; circa 1970s.