Vintage 1970's Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond & 18K Yellow Gold 'Philippine' Ring, France jewelryoct25 00 carat of old European

00 carat of old European and single cut diamonds

05 carat old European cut diamond with EGL stating it is Light Yellow color

They allowed the rose-cuts to bounce more sparkle in the candle light

This ring looks wonderful on its own or stacked alongside other rings

the snake was a powerful symbol of eternal love

Vintage 1970's Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond & 18K Yellow Gold 'Philippine' Ring, France jewelryoct25 00 carat of old EuropeanVintage Van Cleef & Arpels Philippine ring composed of carved lapis lazuli side panels centering a panel of round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. The design features a pav set diamond plaque framed by twisted gold rope borders, flanked by deep blue lapis lazuli shoulders carved into a smooth tapering form. Rings of this style reflect the bold sculptural jewelry produced by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1970s, when richly colored hardstones