French Art Deco Diamond Clasp money clip and set over foil in

and set over foil in closed back settings to enhance their colour and brightness

They're mounted in elaborate and finely worked claw mounts

a reference to the Greek myth in which Thessalonike

it dates from the 1890s

French Art Deco Diamond Clasp money clip and set over foil inDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 A crazy stunning Art Deco period diamond clasp in platinum and 18k white gold. It's set with over 2 carats of icy white diamonds a baguette cut centre, and a combination of baguette, brilliant, and single cuts around. The central stone rests in a "picture frame" border, with laurel surround and a diamond crown. With French hallmarks, it dates from the 1920s. STONES Baguette, Brilliant Cut, Single Cut Diamonds total carat weight