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Van Cleef & Arpels Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vancleave and Arpels, cultured pearl and diamond ring set with a round pearl measuring
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2010s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl And Diamond Ring, Crafted In 18k Yellow Gold. The center of this statement
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Late 20th Century French Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Pearl Diamond Bombe Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Behold the epitome of elegance and luxury with the Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Diamond and Pearl
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels' black pearl and diamond ring is a mesmerizing blend of elegance and mystique
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Platinum Pearl and Diamond Swirl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Van Cleef & Arpels earrings have lustrous pearls and sparkling diamonds in a swirl. The two
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The pearls are gray
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20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cultured Pearl White Gold Double Row Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet features two rows of cultured pearls and a platinum
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Vintage 1960s French Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. Emblematic of the magnificent
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Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef And Arpels PURE Alhambra Mother Of Pearl Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings from the Iconic "Pure Alhambra Collection" features 2 lucky Clover
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2010s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Natural Saltwater Pearl Platinum Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of notable mid-century diamond and pearl earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. The 1950s brought a
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Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Mother of Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vca Rose De Noel Earrings Black Mother Of Pearl Crafted in France, these exquisite Van Cleef
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Hoop Diamond Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpel Vintage Diamond Hoop Earrings with Lever Backs Crafted in 18 k Yellow Gold and
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Vintage 1960s French Hoop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold

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 Long Magic Alhambra Necklace Onyx and white and grey Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of
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20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
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Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Necklace VCARF488
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k white gold mother of pearl necklace from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van
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21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold & Mother of Pearl Lucky Alhambra Between Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A coveted 18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Lucky Alhambra collection. The ring
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’ brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This brooch is designed in
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Late 20th Century French Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Ring White Gold Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra domed ring, made of 18k white gold, featuring diamond. Diamonds are
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1990s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Miroir Des Eaux Diamond Mother of Pearl White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Onyx Mother Of Pearl Diamond Miroir des Eaux Flower Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl 18K White Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Excl taxes Model VCARG12000 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Mother of Pearl Weight
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2010s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
) collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. Featuring 20 iconic clover motifs, each motif is set with a beaded edge and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra Grey Mother-of-Pearl Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the iconic Pure Alhambra collection features a 2 lucky
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1990s Cluster Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
scattered diamond halo. These Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pearl Diamond Halo Button Earrings, made in NY
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
With the Pure Alhambra jewelry creations designed in 2001, Van Cleef & Arpels offers a new
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2010s French Contemporary More Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Panda Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ 8,700€ Incl taxes Model ARP5LI00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Mother of Pearl
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2010s French Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl Ring 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo S.O
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl & diamond ring crafted in platinum
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Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Godron 5-in-1 White Gold Interchangeable Pendant Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a rare marvel from Van Cleef & Arpels, these 5-in-1 earrings redefine opulence. A fixed
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Early 2000s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Hematite, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Golden Pearl Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.46 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare vintage cocktail ring, created in Paris
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
white cultured pearl. Fine jewellery houses like Van Cleef & Arpels only use the finest diamonds and
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Chalcedony 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
6.5mm white cultured pearl and green chalcedony leaves. Fine jewellery houses like Van Cleef & Arpels
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Magic Alhambra 6 Motif Chalcedony Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A luxurious 18k white gold necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Magic Alhambra collection
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21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Necklaces Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklaces. Each Mother of Pearl
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Romance in Paris Gold Lapis Lazuli Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
interest to the bracelet.This Van Cleef & Arpels Romance in Paris 18K White Gold Lapis Lazuli, Mother of
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White 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

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 & Arples Sapphire and Pearl Necklace by André Vassort
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer, Van Cleef
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother-Of Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Van Cleef & Arpels pendant necklace from the pure Alhambra collection features the
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Magic " MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif necklace in 18k white gold. The necklace features 5
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 'Rose de Noel' White Coral Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Rose de Noël' collection, introduced in the 1970s and still cherished today
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
very first Alhambra® jewel created in 1968, the Lucky Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.06 Carat Blue Sapphire and 3.32 Carat Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
reveal a mother-of-pearl dial, stamped Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris with a diamond bezel. The 3.32 carats
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels two Butterfly rose Gold mop and marquise Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
the stem in store Jacques — the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Gold Bouton D'or Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
design created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the late 1930s. Reinterpreted today, it lends itself to plays of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold 0.82 Carat Diamond Lapis, Coral & MOP Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt yellow gold pendant/brooch is set with 0.82 carat of
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, Yell...

Van Cleef & Arpels 1960 Paris Brooch 18kt Gold with 4.64cts Diamonds & Rubies
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brooch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very beautiful piece, created in Paris France by the
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Vintage 1960s French Post-War Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Alhambra Necklace 20 motifs 18K yellow gold mother-of-pear
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra long necklace, 20 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of
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21st Century and Contemporary European Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 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
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels is a French luxury jewelry company.[ It was founded in 1896 by the Dutch diamond
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

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Magic Alhambra Gray Mother of Pearl Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
About The Fine MOP: For white mother-of-pearl, the Maison looks primarily toward Australia, which
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2010s French Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Vourakis Vintage Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
By Vourakis
Located in New York, NY
magnificent designs and exceptional workmanship. It is often compared with the work of Van Cleef & Arpels, for
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Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s White Beaded Round Pearls Tennis Elegant Bracelet
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
trained and designed at Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier. Amongst them was Alfred Phillipe who joined Crown
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Crown Trifari 1950 Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Clip Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
designers having trained and designed at Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier. Amongst them was Alfred Phillipe
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Flower Wing White Pearls Openwork Interlock Earrings
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
designers having trained and designed at Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier. Amongst them was Alfred Phillipe
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Vintage 1950s American Anglo-Indian Clip-on Earrings

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Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Gold Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Good
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Gold Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
designed at Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier. Amongst them was Alfred Phillipe who joined Crown Trifari in
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Long Leaf Flower Bouquet White Pearl Cluster Openwork Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
designed at Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier. Amongst them was Alfred Phillipe who joined Crown Trifari in
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Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

William Ruser 1950 Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with Natural Pearl & Diamond
By William Ruser
Located in Miami, FL
screen. In 1969, Ruser closed up his shop, selling its location to Van Cleef & Arpels. Note: Natural
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

Sasportas 1920 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant Platinum with Diamonds & Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
houses such as Cartier and Van Cleef and Arpels. Provenance: A private collection in Sarasota Fl. A
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco More Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

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Van Cleef And Arpels White Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the van cleef and arpels white pearl you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. You can easily find a 44 antique edition and 21 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect van cleef and arpels white pearl may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic van cleef and arpels white pearl over the years, but those made by Van Cleef & Arpels, Andre Vassort and Chanel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any van cleef and arpels white pearl from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 32 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for a van cleef and arpels white pearl, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Van Cleef And Arpels White Pearl?

Prices for a van cleef and arpels white pearl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $738 and can go as high as $675,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $15,910.

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.