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Van Cleef and Arpels Lady Arpels Féerie Rouge Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18K White Gold Diamond: 182 stones, 3.06 carats A truly protective muse, the fairy watches over
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Watch Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Watch Pendant Features 12 cabochon Rubies and diamonds surrounding the
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Vintage 1970s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond and Platinum Cadenas Watch, Circa 1930
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Platinum “Cadenas” Watch; Back Winder; signed Van Cleef & Arpels, France; Circa 1930
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Vintage 1930s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch An 18k gold flower motif watch with dangling
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Swann Diamond Yellow Gold Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ludo Swann Watch by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 254 round brilliant cut
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Retro Mystery Watch/Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet/mystery watch with diamonds. Circa 1940s. Circular
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Vintage 1940s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Movado Turquoise Diamond Gold Watch Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Mid Century Movado watch with a Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet, adorned with approx. 1.20cts
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20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Watch, 32 mm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Born from the love story between Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, French brand Van Cleef
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Charms" large Diamond and Rose Gold Wrist Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Van Cleef & Arples "Charms" Collection Wrist Watch, 32 M.M 18k Rose Gold 2 Piece water
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Classique Diamond Ladies Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Classique Diamond Ladies Watch - Automatic. 18K yellow gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Charm and Blue Alligator Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Charm and Blue Alligator Watch. The epitome of luxury
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Diamond Collection Estate Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
This luxury timepiece from Van Cleef & Arpels is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. It's crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Model Diamond Alligator Band White Gold Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Cadenas Ladies Watch by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 233x Diamonds, 1.18ctw
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

7.06 Carat Blue Sapphire and 3.32 Carat Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
garden on your wrist! The legendary history of fine jewelry and watch maison Van Cleef & Arpels all
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS A Sophisticated Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated bracelet watch, manufactured by Van Cleef & Arpels in the late 1940s, presenting
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Open Link Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Very special item designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, this is a ropetwist gold and diamond open link
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS A Sophisticated Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated bracelet watch, manufactured by Van Cleef & Arpels in the late 1940s, presenting
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond-set 18ct Yellow and White Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Watch Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
We have fallen well and truly in love with this sublime vintage Van Cleef & Arpels watch. This
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Serti 18k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Braintree, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Serti 18k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with diamonds. Made in Switzerland
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Gold Charms Carnelian Dial 38mm Diamond Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
captivates at every glance. Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Red Carnelian Dial 38mm 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Charm Alhambra Round Dial Ladies Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
buckle. Case: 25mm. Signature: Case and dial signed Van Cleef & Arpels, buckle with VCA maker's mark
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20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Diamond White Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas wristwatch is crafted in 18k white gold, pave-set with
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Gold 38mm Charms Watch 2572115 With Box & Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Charms 38mm Women's Watch in 18K Rose Gold With Green Leather Strap
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Cadenas Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat yellow gold wristwatch from the iconic Cadenas collection. This watch
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Cadenas Wristwatch
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Cadenas Wristwatch
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H 0.36 in W 0.4 in
Van Cleef & Arpels "Papillon" Mother of Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Papillon" Mother Of Pearl And Diamond Wristwatch. The round dial of the watch
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 30mm 18K Yellow Gold Diamond MOP Watch VCARF52800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand and Model Information: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Model Number
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat gold ladies wristwatch with a quartz movement, square enamel dial with
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond VCA Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A lady's VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18k yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with mother-of-pearl dial
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Wristwatch, Lady Arpels Papillon, 18K Gold, Butterfly
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Berlin, DE
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Wristwatch, Lady Arpels Papillon, 18K Gold, MOP (Mother of Pearl) Dial
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s. The
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Vintage 1930s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Solid Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamonds Ladies Watch. Made with all
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Talisman 18k Rose Gold MOP Dial Ladies Watch H45534
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Cleef & Arpels Model: Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Talisman Model Number: H45534 Type and Style: Type
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Charm in 18 Karat Rose Gold on a Strap
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre- owned in very good condition Van Cleef & Arpels, 32 mm rose gold case, 2 row diamond bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb Unique Leopard Diamond Watch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
, produced as a collaboration or client special order between Van Cleef & Arpels and David Webb; the leopard
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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Vintage Piaget Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
buckle in excellent condition. Case, Dial, Movement, Bracelet signed Piaget and Van Cleef & Arpel Case
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Frivole 18K Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-2209 Brand Van Cleef Arpels Model
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2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1925 Paris Lapel Clip Watch Platinum With 2.17 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco lapel clip watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Fabulous and very rare lapel clip watch
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Flower Rose Gold Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1511 Brand Van Cleef
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2010s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Clover 18Kt White Gold large Model Ring Round Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds: 48 stones, .98 carats Please note that each Van Cleef & Arpels creation is handmade. As a result
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus Diamond Earrings White Gold New York Box Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus medium model clip-on diamond earrings in rhodium-plated 18kt white
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2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro 14 Karat Ruby Diamond Watch Ciny Watch Co. Le Noirmont, circa 1940s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
color SI in clarity. When I purchased this watch it reminded me the Van Cleef & Arpels cadenas watch
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Fine Art Deco Hamilton 4.8 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Tilda's Bow, Harry Winston- Mini Twist, Chaumet- Torsade de Chaumet, Van Cleef & Arpels- Perlee, to name
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20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Bucherer Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Bracelet Watch
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
De Dior Mini Cocotte, Harry Winston- Mini Twist, Chaumet- Torsade de Chaumet, Van Cleef & Arpels
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Ferdinand Verger Freres Platinum Tonneau Art Deco Art Nouveau Watch with Diamond
By Verger Frères
Located in PARIS, FR
Cleef & Arpels, Hermès, Ostertag or Lacloche Frères, as well as the great American Jewelers such as
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
By Elwood Van Clief
Located in Newton, MA
designs, we offer jewelry and watches from brands like Cartier, Bulgari, Van Cleef, & Arpels, Rolex to
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
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W 1.42 in L 1.62 in
Verger Freres 1901 Spaulding & Co Edwardian Watch-Pendant Guilloche 18Kt Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
, Van Cleef & Arpels, Janesich, Lacloche, Jaeger and Boucheron in Europe, and Tiffany, Black, Starr
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet with Concealed Miniature Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Winston- Mini Twist, Chaumet- Torsade de Chaumet, Van Cleef & Arpels- Perlee, to name just a few
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloche Pendant Watch In Platinum With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
worked with all of the great houses of the time, among them Ostertag, Van Cleef & Arpels, Janesich
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Steel, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Vintage Cartier Double C Penelope Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co. who are working with precious stone a lot, Cartier is
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Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tubogas 18k Gold Diamond Necklace Retro French Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
significant contributions to the world of vintage jewelry. Notable names include Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century Winking Cat Emerald Diamond Onyx Brooch Yellow Gold English 1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
, 1958. This enchanting brooch, reminiscent of the coveted "Chat Malicieux" design by Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1950s British Modern Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Bronze, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Vintage Gold Bracelet and Necklace Set 18k Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Comparing to other famous luxury jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co. who are working
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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Brooch 18k Gold Gems Enamel Pin Clip Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
still up to date. Comparing to other famous luxury jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Quartz, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Charm Bracelet 18k Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co. who are working with precious stones a lot
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Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georges Lenfant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Circles Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
to Van Cleef & Arpels. The hallmark of the Lenfants—a diamond-shaped stamp bearing their initials
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Brooch 18k Gold Flower Heart Design Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co. who are working with precious stones a lot, Cartier is strictly focusing
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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to date. Compared to other famous luxury jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to date. Comparing to other famous luxury jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Tiffany & Co
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
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H 0.88 in W 0.75 in D 0.63 in
Cartier by Cipullo Love Bracelet
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
statement is still up to date. ​Comparing to other famous luxury jewelry brands, such as Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier by Cipullo Love Bracelet
Cartier by Cipullo Love Bracelet
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H 0.25 in L 7 in
Van Cleef & Arpels "Classique Arpels" Watch, Diamonds and Satin Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, IDF
A white gold Van Cleef & Arpels watch, "Classique Arpels" collection, diamonds bezel, mother of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Van Cleef And Arpels Diamond Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact van cleef and arpels diamond watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 79 antique edition and 18 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a van cleef and arpels diamond watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. A van cleef and arpels diamond watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 56, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and baguette cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our van cleef and arpels diamond watch for sale are for women, but there are 21 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Van Cleef And Arpels Diamond Watch?

On average, a van cleef and arpels diamond watch at 1stDibs sells for $12,833, while they’re typically $3,200 on the low end and $400,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Van Cleef & Arpels for sale on 1stDibs

One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.

The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpel. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)

Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.

But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.

Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.

Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Van Cleef & Arpels is so expensive because it is a well-known company that has a fantastic reputation. Van Cleef & Arpels are universally renowned for high quality jewelry with a focus on detail. High-profile fans of the French jewelry house over the years have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. Find an extraordinary range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.