Van Cleef & Arpels Mid-Century Diamond and Ruby Box in 18K Gold antique bordered by ribbon motif set

bordered by ribbon motif set with round and baguette-cut diamonds

Baroque pearl suspended from a pavé-set spider

High polish yellow gold is crafted into a rectangular box with ribbing on the sides and a geometric pattern of various sized squares along the top and bottom

Designed as a turtle

Van Cleef & Arpels Mid-Century Diamond and Ruby Box in 18K Gold antique bordered by ribbon motif setA sweet design by Van Cleef and Arpels NY, this diamond and ruby compact box is a wonderful example of vintage femininity. THe high polish yellow gold rectangle features a natural scene on top, whimsically engraved with fluttering leaves and swirling branches, with diamond and ruby accents shimmering in bezel settings. The interior features a closed compartment which once held a lady's powder.