A wonderfully whimsical Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry watch dating to circa 1993, crafted in 18k yellow gold and designed around a colorful floral motif. An example of this design dated 1993 is preserved in the Van Cleef & Arpels Collection, where the maison describes its materials as yellow gold, rubellites, tanzanites, leather and diamonds.

Marquise-cut green tanzanites form the leaves around the case, while faceted rubellites create twin flowers, each centered by a brilliant-cut diamond. The warm champagne brushed dial is kept wonderfully simple with diamond quarter-hour markers, gold dauphine hands and the Van Cleef & Arpels signature. A matching red cabochon crown adds another small touch of color.

The rounded 18k yellow gold case is fitted to a black Vachetta leather strap through T-bar attachments and secured by a gold-plated buckle with engraved numbers. Powered by a quartz movement.

An uncommon 1990s Van Cleef & Arpels creation that beautifully blurs the line between watchmaking and jewelry.

Archival Reference: A 1993 example of this watch is held in the Van Cleef & Arpels Collection.

Wristwatch, 1993 — yellow gold, rubellites, tanzanites, leather, diamonds.

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Watch Details

Case Number: HT266xx

Case: 18k yellow gold

Case Size: 25 × 34 mm; 6 mm thick

Dial: Brushed champagne with diamond quarter-hour markers

Movement: Quartz

Crystal: Sapphire

Strap: Custom-made black Vachetta leather; fits up to 6¼-inch wrist

Buckle: Gold-plated buckle

Lug Width: 12 mm

Modelled On: 6-inch wrist

Condition: Light scratches; dial shows patina

Guaranteed original and as described. Please feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase.