A mesmerizing cabochon Colombian emerald weighing an incredible 22.70 carats exhibits a lush green hue in this retro bracelet by the legendary firm of Van Cleef & Arpels. For centuries, Colombia has been the prime location for mining the finest quality emeralds in the world, set apart by their vibrant green hue as demonstrated at the center of this stunning bracelet. The band displays an intriguing design of hundreds of round white diamonds totaling approximately 11.75 carats bezel set into 18K yellow gold.

Since the firm's inception in 1896, Van Cleef & Arpels has been a world leader in high jewelry design and the source of some of the rarest and desired works of jewelry art ever created. Their masterpieces have attracted the patronage of royalty and celebrity alike, including the Duchess of Windsor, Princess Grace of Monaco and Elizabeth Taylor. This bracelet is an extraordinary example of the outstanding craftsmanship that defines Van Cleef & Arpels' highly coveted designs.

Marked "Van Cleef & Arpels"

Circa 1980

6 3/4" length