Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
French
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.
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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Vintage 1960s Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Earrings with Rubies and Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with two Cabochon Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 12.00 carats, 10 Pear-Shaped Rubies weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats, and ...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2058
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARO9VA00
Date Circa 2021
Retail Price £2,990 Including taxes / $ 3,200 Excluding taxes / 3450 € Including taxes
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage VCA Natural Saltwater Button Pearls Stud Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A vintage pair of Van Cleef and Arpels earrings showcasing natural saltwater button pearls weighing 12.04 and 13.08 carats. These pearls exhibit beautiful color and high luster, surr...
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1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Earrings
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings each set with a halo of round cut diamonds with central cabochon turquoise
Signed Van Clee...
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1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian Alhambra bracelet model number VCARD35500
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian bracelet VCARD35500
VCA signature design, first created in 1968, this timeless collection brings luck to each owner by its clover leaf.
An iconic collec...
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2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS NY 18k Yellow Gold & 5.13 Carat Diamond Fleurette Ring 1987
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels NY 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Fleurette Cocktail Ring Circa 1987 Vintage w/GIA Certificate
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible desig...
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1980s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cufflinks Van Cleef & Arpels 18k and Fine Lapis Back to Back Vintage, 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aspen, CO
Van Cleef & Arpels Cufflinks 18K yellow gold and fine natural lapis and back to back. Secured by tightly woven bands of boldly textured 18K gold, the 4 stones of lapis all match well in their vivid blue color. Usually we see this cufflink in black onyx, so we were excited to find this unusual pair with lapis. Notice how the lapis is not flat but a high sugarloaf cabochon - giving them a three dimensional quality. These cufflinks are easy to put on with ample room for French cuffs. Signed and numbered, these vintage Van Cleef cufflinks...
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Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ring 18k Gold size 6.25
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Cluster Diamond and 18K Gold Ring, a dazzling vintage piece crafted in France in the 1980s. The presence of the...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Multi Gem & Diamond Floral Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Multi Gem & Diamond Floral Necklace, this necklace features a combination of sapphires, rubies, and diamonds in a necklace design. It showcases a delightful flower...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1980s Moonstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braided Vintage Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped moonstone cabochon measuring 7.5 x 9.5 mm
Translucent white to cream in body color with white adularescence
Flush set with gold braid motif shoulders wrappi...
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1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Red Carnelian 18K Rose Gold Diamond Charms 2572114 32 mm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels continues its legacy of presenting us with wondrous works of art to wear and treasure forever. An 18k rose gold round case is centered with a red carnelian dial, t...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl White Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU: CT-1948
Brand VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Model VCARN32200
Date Circa 2014
RRP £4,250 Incl taxes/4 850 € Inclu taxes / $ 4,500 Excl taxes
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
VCA Diamond and Gold Necklace, D-F Color, VVS1-VS1 Clarity, Platinum & 18k Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Behold the rarity of an original French Van Cleef & Arpels masterpiece in this stunning necklace. Exquisite in design, it showcases a symphony of diamonds set in a meticulous interpl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels features an effortless design that will appeal to anyone with a minimalist aesthetic. Beautifully curved lines and bands made from 18K White Gold come togethe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond Bow Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels turquoise and diamond bow pendant necklace.
This necklace features 2 cabochon turquoise accented by 3 round brilliant ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Tendrement Wedding Band US 6 1/4 Ring Estate
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Van Cleef & Arpels 'Estelle' ring crafted in 950 platinum (circa 2000s).
The Tendrement ring is a simple and classic design with a polished metal. The ring is great worn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k/ Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Ring w. Diamond sz 4.5
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k/ Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra w. Diamond
Materials: 18k yellow gold, mother of pearl, diamond
Overall Condition: Excellent
Includes: Van Cleef pouch
Size...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Ring Size 54
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful ring from famed designer Van Cleef & Arpels. The design is know as the Vintage Alhambra ring, guilloché design in 18k white gold.
The ring is timeless and classic great f...
Category
2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Black Onyx Magic Alhambra Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Experience the enchantment of the Van Cleef & Arpels 'Magic Alhambra' pendant, a special edition exclusively created for Van Cleef's New York City boutique. Crafted in 18k white gol...
Category
2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU. AT-1661
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARN59E00
Date 2009
Diamonds Approx.0.60ct
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Metal 18K Yellow Gold
Seri...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mechanic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Crema, Cremona
An elegant, classic evergreen and unisex watch "La Collection" by Van Cleef & Arpels, made by the famous watch designer Gerald Genta for VCA. The "La Collection" line, was renamed l...
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1970s French Post-War Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cultured White & Grey Pearls Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU. CT-1658
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Date Approx 1990s
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Metal 18K Yellow Gold
Motif Dimension Approx 20 mm
S...
Category
Early 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Coral Chrysoprase Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Materials: 18 karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 33.8 grams
Measurement: 7" x 9/16"
Gemstones: Coral, Chrysoprase
Hallmarks: VCA, 750, 71, serial #: 119235
A delicate Van Cleef & Arpels 18k gold coral chrysoprase bracelet...
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 3.50 Carats Diamond Platinum Floral Double Hawaii Flower Earr
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Earrings are designed as a double floral motif comprised of round brilliant cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 3.50 carats total - E/F in color with VVS2 clarity. Set in platinum b...
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Bracelet c1972
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1972, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. This chic 18k bracelet by Van Cleef and Arpels is everyday gold at its fashionable French best. The anchor links with rope twist end...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Vintage Knots Clips-On Earrings Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-Earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Beautiful pieces, created by the house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1970's. This pair of clips-on earrings has been crafted in t...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Gold Bead Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
Fantastic design seen by famed jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels. This vintage necklace is composed of natural turquoise bead gemstones. The beads measure 7.5 mm in the back of the ne...
Category
1970s Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring Duo VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy and timeless pair of rings created by Van Cleef & Arpels in France.
The rings are made of 18 karat yellow gold. Each ring features an approximately 0.42-carat princess cut di...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
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 small diamonds and sapphires on an 18k yellow gold mounting. The watch is functioning...
Category
1940s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Star Sapphire Onyx & Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
A breathtaking design from Van Cleef & Arpels. This stunning art deco ring is crafted in platinum with details throughout. The highlight of the design is a cabochon cut star sapphire...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Diamonds Yellow Gold Bracelet, circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Weight: 52.48gr
Metal: 18kt yellow gold and platinum
Condition: Very good
Signature: VCA nº12340
Stones: 14 Diamonds
• Cut: Brilliant
• Total carat weight: 2ct approximately
• Co...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Diamond Brick Motif Link Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ludo Brick Motif Link Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 17 brilliant round cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color
Total weight approximately 1.78ct
This bracel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Cub Brooch / Pendant with Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunningly detailed lion cub brooch accented with glittering diamonds and emeralds. Made of solid 18 karat yellow gold, this exquisite piece by Van Cle...
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Three Diamond Black Onyx Ring France 18 Karat Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning ring by Van Cleef & Arpels with three Diamonds, Black Onyx and 18 Karat Gold. The ring is made in
France. The classic elegant jewel is a vintage Van Cleef jewel...
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Watch Diamond & Mother of Pearl 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
Bold and timeless, the Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas watch is as contemporary today as it was when first created in 1935. Its distinctive design features an...
Category
2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Band Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Band Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. There are a total of 11 round diamonds on the ring. Ring Size US 5.50.
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Art Deco Diamond Double Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European and Baguette cut diamonds, weighing approximately a total of 30.00 carats.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
Art Deco, circa 1930s
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Chrysoprase Gold Choker Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels choker featuring a Chrysoprase pear shaped cabochon stone set in 18k yellow gold. Circa 1980's
The necklace measures 13.5" in length and weighs 41.4...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Concealed Dial Bracelet Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and gold bracelet watch.
Length 6 1/2.
Category
1940s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Maker’s Mark for Verger Freres This watch is similar to...
Category
1930s French Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Ruby Diamond Double Flower Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Fleurette Double Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 7 diamonds, VS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. 1.80ct
7 Round Rubies total weig...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible-set Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Calibre-cut Rubies which are set in the iconic "serti myserieux" (invisible setting) method, which was patented by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1933.
T...
Category
1930s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels diamond cocktail ring adorned with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold. The ring measures a size 5 1/2 and can be resized.
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Golden Sapphire Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Pave ring in 18k yellow gold set with beautiful golden yellow sapphires in an intricate swirling design 1" in width.
Size: US 5 1/4 / EU 50 (Resizeable)
Inventor...
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Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Angel Hair Vintage Gold Bracelet, 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredible bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels designed by Georges L Enfant circa 1960's showcasing an curb designed Angel Hair pattern in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet has an impressi...
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1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels diamond cocktail ring adorned with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold. The ring measures a size 5 1/2 and can be resized.
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold, Onyx and Diamond Fidji Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold ring with onyx covering the whole ring and a gold ellipse on the top set with 12 brilliant cut diamonds (app. 0.51 carat) s...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli / Diamond Sweet Alhambra Watch Limited New
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Van Cleef and Arpels limited edition iconic Sweet Alhambra Lapis Lazuli and diamond set ladies' wristwatch.
Numbered a...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Pendant 1970s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, large size, 18 karat textured and polished yellow gold articulated pendant, by Van Cleef and Arpels, 1970s. Signed VCA © 71. Stamped 750, French Assay Marks. Numbered. Pen...
Category
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century Van Cleef & Arpels bombé ring is a striking and sensuous period design is set with over ten carats of diamonds. The voluminous form, dripping and patterned with roun...
Category
1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Sapphire Diamond Floral Motif Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
A stunning display of craftsmanship in this fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring showcasing graduating colors of pink sapphire illuminated by round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k ...
Category
Early 2000s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Gold Earrings and Ring Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century modern fluted coral and diamond earring and ring set by Van Cleef & Arpels. The earrings are modified hanging hoop earrings that fit front to back on the ear. The rin...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond "Camellia" Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These Van Cleef & Arpels "Camellia" earrings, in blue sapphires and diamonds, evoke the spectacular blossom from Asia that possessed the European imagination from the late 18th century onward. Like their camellia-loving contemporary, Coco Chanel, Van Cleef & Arpels designers were inspired by the luxurious flower, designing this classic line of stylized jewels that has been beloved since the 1950s. Beautifully modeled to hug the ear, these sparkling flowers-to-wear enhance the eyes and face.
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels, New York
Country: United States
Circa: 1960s
Size: 1.125” diameter
Materials: 150 Round-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 6.00 carats); 48 Round- and oval-cut sapphires (approximate total weight 7.70 carats); Platinum
Signed: “Van Cleef NY...
Category
1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond “Camellia” Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This Van Cleef & Arpels blue sapphire and diamond "Camellia" brooch evokes the spectacular blossom from Asia that possessed the European imagination from the late 18th century onward...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Van Cleef Cosmos Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Atlanta, GA
1990s Clover Shaped Diamond Van Cleef Pendant with a 16 Inch Chain
Discontinued Model; Very Rare
Crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Clover Shaped P...
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Seville" Eight Row Spectacular Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional extra-wide diamond band. Made, signed and numbered by Van Cleef & Arpels. Known as the "SEVILLE" ring. Eight rows ( 6.25cts) of bright full-cut diamonds. Size 5 1/4 U.S.,...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A demonstration of superlative artistry, this pair of French mid-20th century Van Cleef & Arpels clipback button earrings with stripes of rubies and diamonds is a masterpiece of mode...
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1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels White and Yellow Diamond Door Knockers Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted 18K yellow gold featuring white round-cut diamonds weighing 2.50 carats and square emerald-cut fancy yellow diamonds weighing 14.31 carats.
Signed and numbered by Van...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
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Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Van Cleef & Arpels diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 1,066, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 1,513 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Boucheron, Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., and Andre Vassort. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $650 and tops out at $3,600,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $17,579.
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- Is VCA jewelry worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, many people feel that VCA jewelry is worth it. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for its focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry. Van Cleef & Arpels produces jewelry that projects the wearer's taste and style and is carefully made to stand the test of time. 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. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Van 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels is popular because it has been focused on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry since the brand's early days. 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. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef has also gained very prominent fans over the years, which definitely contributes to its popularity. The house's clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich and Jacqueline Onassis. British royals, whom have long been influencers when it comes to jewelry and fashion, are among the world's countless devotees of Van Cleef's Alhambra collection. In the aughts, Reese Witherspoon was routinely photographed in her onyx Alhambra necklace. Sharon Stone and Mariah Carey were also seen sporting pieces from the collection. Find Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier are not the same. Although both are French and specialize in fine jewelry, they are different makers. Alfred Van Cleef and Salomon Arpels founded Van Cleef & Arpels, while Louis-François Cartier established Cartier. Explore a diverse assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024A few things are special about Van Cleef & Arpels. The French luxury jewelry maker is noted for its longstanding focus on technical virtuosity, artisanship and artistry. The maker is also known for its innovative designs. 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 innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet. Clients have also been drawn by the elegance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. Over the years, its pieces have drawn inspiration from current events, such as the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, the end of World War II and the 1960s interest in the Middle East and India. Shop a wide variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels is from France. In 1905, the luxury jewelry house opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme, across from the Hôtel Ritz in Paris. Today, the company maintains its headquarters in the city. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who wears Van Cleef & Arpels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Many notable people wear Van Cleef & Arpels. During the 1970s, celebrities like Françoise Hardy, Princess Grace of Monaco and Elizabeth Taylor helped make the luxury jewelry maker famous worldwide by sporting pieces from the Alhambra collection. Today, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Adele, Sienna Miller, Mariah Carey, Kate Middleton and many other celebrities step out wearing pieces made by the luxury jewelry house. Explore a selection of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What the flower is on Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry varies. Artisans at the luxury jewelry house have drawn inspiration from several types of flowers over time, including roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and daisies. Floral designs are frequently set with gemstones at their center and feature glittering pavé petals. 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. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To authenticate Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry, check for stamps. Authentic pieces will display either VCA or Van Cleef & Arpels plus a serial number, a metal hallmark and a trademark. Shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, the red stone is usually Brazilian carnelian, a type of semiprecious gemstone that typically comes from Greece and Asia. The luxury jewelry brand uses the stone in it’s Bouton d’or and Alhambra collections. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. 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 in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No single Van Cleef & Arpels stone is the most durable. A few stones commonly used by the jewelry maker compete for the title. Among them are carnelian, tiger's eye, onyx and agate. All four of these stones have a hardness rating of 7.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Keep in mind that how well you care for and store your jewelry, not just its materials, will impact its longevity. Following the care instructions provided by Van Cleef & Arpels can help your piece stand the test of time. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, celebrities have been known to wear Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. Over the years, many trendsetters have been photographed wearing the jewelry maker's pieces. They include Mariah Carey, Anne Hathaway, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Garner and Kate Middleton. Pieces from the Alhambra collection are especially popular with celebrities. Find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is arguably the Alhambra collection, which debuted in 1970. Jacques Arpels – the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1906 – liked to say, "To be lucky, you must believe in luck." This mantra is embodied in the four-leaf clover motif of the Alhambra collection, and it can be found in sketches in the house’s archives dating back to the 1910s. The quatrefoil shape also has architectural resonance, as it is found in Gothic and Renaissance structures and in such Moorish buildings as the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, which inspired the name of this famed Van Cleef & Arpels line. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels uses a variety of stones in its pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's most common materials include malachite, mother-of-pearl, carnelian, onyx, turquoise, lapis lazuli, chalcedony and tiger's eye. In addition, there are Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings with gemstones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires. There are even pieces featuring wood and S�vres porcelain. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1sDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The most iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is arguably the Alhambra. It features 20 clover-shaped motifs. When it debuted in 1968, each clover was formed from gold and had gold beads around its edges. In 1971, the house began making the motif from colorful opaque hard stones, including malachite, lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, tiger’s-eye and turquoise. Many celebrities, like Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Mariah Carey and Kate Middleton, have sported the necklace over the years. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The Van Cleef & Arpels clover represents luck, fortune, health and love, according to the brand. This motif is famously seen in the iconic Alhambra collection, but the luxury jewelry house has used four-leaf clover motifs in designs since the 1920s. Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, the Van Cleef & Arpels iconic shape is not a cross. Called the Alhambra, the shape is actually a four-leaf clover. As a young man, Jacques Arpels, the nephew of one of the jewelry maker's founders, was fascinated with the relationship that four-leaf clovers have long shared with good fortune. His Alhambra motif pays tribute to the lucky charm but also references the quatrefoils so prevalent in the Moorish architecture of Spain's stately Alhambra palace, which is where the series gets its name. Explore a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The green stone on Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry varies by the piece. Often, the green gemstones are emeralds, but the luxury French jewelry house also creates pendants and other accessories that feature green malachite and tourmaline. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is fake, first look for markings. Authentic pieces will have the brand name or "VCA," a serial number, the hallmark of the metal and a trademark symbol. In addition, look at the clasps. Signs of soldering or poor quality hardware may indicate a replica. Find a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
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