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
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Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Diamond 3 Rows Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Perlee diamond band ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Perlee Diamond 3 Rows Band Ring features three rows of shimmering diamonds.
E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra Diamond & Turquoise Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Alhambra 20 Motifs Diamond And Turquoise Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Limited Edition Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold 20 Motif Alhambra Diamond Turquoise N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque Libra Obsidian Rose Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Obsidian Zodiaque Librae Libra Pendant Long Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 Obsidian Stone, Approx 34mm
Details:
Chain Length: 36"
Pendant Width: 37mm
Weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Bow Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Bow Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 20 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .10ct
Details:
Necklace Length: 15.5''
Pendant: 15mm x 8 mm
We...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs White Gold Long Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Long Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Earrings are an exquisite pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 alhambra shape pink opal stone: 15mm.
This necklace comes with Van Cleef & Arpels certificate of auth...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Opal, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring from Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 round brilliant cut diamond, VVS1 clarity, F color. Total diamond weight: .06ct
Alhambra cut white ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Jade Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Jade Ring.
The Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Jade Ring, with certification, is a magnificent...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Folie des Pres Diamond Color Sapphire Flower White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond & Color Sapphire Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from Folie des Pres collection.
The Folie des Prés collection celebrates nature in a profusion of wildflowers, wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This brooch comes with service paper from VCA store in New York and a VCA box.
With 3 roun...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
The Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks are a striking accessory that exudes luxury. Made from 18k yellow gold, these cufflinks featu...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pure Alhambra Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pure Alhambra Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With Round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight 1.65ct
These earrings are for pierced ears.
...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Flowerlace Diamond White Gold Large Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Flowerlace Large Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 78 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color t...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a magnificent creation in 18k yellow gold, showcasing a floral mot...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold. ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, E Color and 2 princess cut Rubies.
This rare and authentic...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, White 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 range color DEF/Clarity IF to VVS
The Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Watch co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bear Charm Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bear Charm Vintage Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Details:
Ring Size: 6
Width: Band 6mm, Charm 8mm x 10mm
Weight: 8 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: Van Cleef & Arpels 750 ...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 10 Motif White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Alhambra 10 Motifs Turquoise Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 10 motifs of turquoise alhambra stones 15mm each.
*** This is an extremely rare, highly collectible turquoise Alhambra necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels***
This necklace comes with service paper from a VCA store and a VCA box.
Details:
Length: 17"
Width: 15mm
Weight: 22 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 750...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Bow Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Bow Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 20 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .10ct
Details:
Necklace Length: 15.5''
Pendant: 15mm x...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Turquoise White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k White Gold Diamond Turquoise Ring.
With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1
Alhambra cut tur...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Diamond Two Flower Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Snowflake Two Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With Round brilliant cut diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, E Color. Total Diamond Weight...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Fleurette Flower Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Emerald Flower Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 13 diamonds, VS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. 1.00ctw.
3 Emeralds total weight ap...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire Two Butterfly Between Finger White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Yellow Sapphire Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 36 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .99ct
3...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pink Sapphire Flower Rose Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond And Pink Sapphire Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color and 7 round pink sapp...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fleurette Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Fleurette Ring.
With 1.11 Carats in Total Diamond Weight.
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Ring Size: 7 (resize av...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 2 alhambra shape coral stones: 15mm each.
These earrings are made for not pierced ears, but ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Design Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bow Design Vintage Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Details:
Weight: 26 grams
Measurements: 43mm x 22mm
Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 750 DR01.00YG ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Folies des Pres Diamond Color Sapphire Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Folies des Pres Diamond Yellow, Green, Orange Sapphire Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 64 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Two Butterfly Between Finger White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Pink Sapphire Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring
by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 70 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight 1.67ct
D...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Turquoise White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k White Gold Diamond Turquoise Ring.
With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1
Alhambra cut tur...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Philippine Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Lapis Lazuli Philippine Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 18 round brilliant cut diamond VS1 clarity, G color total weight .50ct.
And 2 beautiful lapi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Large Oval Cabochon Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large 11ct Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 20 round brilliant cut diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, E Color. Total Diamond Weight approximately 3ct
...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Ring.
With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1 Alhambra cut lapis lazuli 14mm
Details:
Size: 5.75
Wid...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Camellia Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Camellia Flower Pin Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Details:
Measurements: 40mm x 36.5mm
Weight: 23.6 grams
Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 1998 750 CU
*Free Shipping within t...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire Two Butterfly Between Finger White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Pink Sapphire Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring
by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 36 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .99ct
34...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Magnolia Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Magnolia Flower Diamond Pin Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 6 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. .49ctw
This brooch comes wit...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Ring
With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1
Alhambra cut coral
This ring comes with certificate of authenticity.
De...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Large Model Lotus White Gold Clip Brooch Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Large Model Lotus Diamond Clip Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 156 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight ap...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Coral Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra White Coral Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 2 alhambra shape white coral stones: 15mm each.
These earrings are made for non pierced ears, but ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Coral Alhambra Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Ring
With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1
Alhambra cut coral
Details:
Size - 4 3/4 (Resize Available)
Width: 15mm...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Button Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Button Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 34 Round Brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approxima...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Romance in Paris Diamond Lapis Charm White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Turquoise Moonstone Romance in Paris Charm Link Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 Round Brilliant cut diamond .09ct VS1 clarity, G color
3 Tu...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With Round Brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately 3.04ct
Details:
Size: 5 3/4
Width: 5mm
Wei...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Magnolia Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Magnolia Flower Diamond Pin Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 6 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight appro...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Pink Opal Diamond Alhambra Ring from Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 round brilliant cut diamond, VVS1 clarity, F color. Total diamond weight: .06ct
and alhambra shape pin...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fleurette Flower White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 19 round brilliant cut diamond VS1 clarity, G color total weight 1.05ct
Details:
Size: 4 1/4
Width:...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 29 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. .98ct
Details:
Measurements: 28mm x...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Coral Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels
With 8 round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approx. .22ct
1 coral...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 16 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .33ct
1 cabochon emeral...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 25 round brilliant cut diamonds approximately .80ct total weight
VS1 clarity, G color
Details:
Ring Size: 5.25
Width...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Fleurette Flower Pendant Necklace
by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 113 diamonds, VS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. 1.00ctw.
3 Ruby st...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fleurette Flower Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 13 Round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approximately 1.13ct E/VVS1
Details:
Size 5
Width: 9.5mm
Weight: 7 gr...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold Tie Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Alhambra Tie Lapel Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .06ct
Details:
Measurements: Tie ...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Yellow Sapphire Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald and Yellow Sapphire Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 7 emerald cut diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. .50ct.
1 Heart Shape Emerald Stone total weight 1.5ct
1 Heart Shape Yellow Sapphire...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Fleurette Flower Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 19 Round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approximately 1.05ct E/VVS1
Details:
Size: European 50.5 US...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Flower Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 126 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 5.60ct
1 ruby...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This brooch comes with Van Cleef & Arpels box.
With 3 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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, 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry is usually made of gold. Specifically, the French luxury jewelry house typically makes necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings and other pieces out of 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. Find a selection of Van Cleef and Arpels 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.
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