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Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels has been at the forefront of innovation and luxury craftsmanship since its founding, especially when it comes to necklaces. Revered for technical excellence and exquisite designs, the maison has long been a favorite of royalty and marquee names in pop culture all over the world.

Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on Paris's Place Vendôme in 1906. While the French luxury jewelry house’s artisans have created some of the 20th century’s most memorable necklaces, rings and other pieces of jewelry, Van Cleef’s most iconic and enduring line is undoubtedly the Alhambra collection.

With its charming, now-famous quatrefoil motif, which has roots in four-leaf clovers as well as the keyhole arches that populate Moorish architecture, the Alhambra has never gone out of style and has inspired various subcategories and pieces, such as the Magic Alhambra necklace and the unassuming Sweet Alhambra pendant.

Debuting in 1968 — the maison was doing singular work with necklaces and other jewelry back then — the first Alhambra jewel was an all-gold necklace dotted with 20 gold clovers. The motif was later used in rings, pendants and other accessories in a range of styles set with varying gemstones.

In addition to their better-known offerings, Van Cleef & Arpels has created numerous necklaces over the years as part of widely beloved collections including Tubogas, Frivole and others that feature delicate natural-world motifs such as flowers, butterflies and shells. Introduced in 1938, Van Cleef & Arpels’s Passe-Partout necklace was an immediately popular design and represented a new era of adaptable yet luxurious jewelry. This necklace was extraordinarily innovative: It consisted of flower clips attached to a flexible gold snake chain that could be transformed from a necklace into a choker, bracelet or belt. The Zip necklace was another technically brilliant design that was inspired by a common zipper — reportedly owing to a suggestion from the Duchess of Windsor — and studded with various precious and ornamental gemstones.

While Van Cleef & Arpels is known for a broad range of jewelry, its glamorous and captivating necklaces are among the maison’s greatest legacies.

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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 20 Motif Gold Alhambra Vintage Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra collection is one of the most coveted fine jewelry collections in the world. Each piece from the collection embodies the spirit of timelessness and go...
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20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 2013 Diamond Malachite Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2289 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2013 Model ARO49S00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Diamond, Malachite Weight 6.5 g Length 42 cm Condition Excel...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of Pearl Magic Alhambra Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2316 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2016 RRP £ 5,700 Inc taxes / $ 6,100 Excl taxes / 6,650 € Inc taxes Model VCARO49L00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold St...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” necklace, designed with five textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with five clover-shaped le...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gemstone 18k Yellow Interchangeable Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous and versatile Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 3 interchangable circular enhancer pendants crafted in amber, malachite, and lapis ...
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1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Turquoise Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2297 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2010 RRP £3150 Including taxes / $3,350 Excluding taxes / €3600 Including taxes Model ARB87000 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k White Gold Ston...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Hawaii Amethyst Pink Sapphire Brooch Pendant Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels brooch/pendant necklace from the vibrant Hawaii collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a five-petal flower composed of faceted amethys...
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1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2294 Comes With Box Only Date 2019 RRP £9,000 Inc taxes / $ 9,550 / 10,500€ Inc taxes Model ARP34800 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Agate Weight 24 g Leng...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Bear Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels necklace possesses a unique sense of charm. Suspended from the vibrant 16” cord, you’ll find an 18K Yellow Gold bear-shaped pendant measuring 1.0” long by 0.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphires and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship that captures the essence of timeless elegance. T...
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1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Vintage 20 Motif Alhambra 1985 Coral Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace. Circa 1985. With accommodating paperwork. A very rare 20 motif Alhmabra necklace in White Coral, V...
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20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2234 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date Circa 2019 RRP £3,500 incl. taxes / $3,700 excl. taxes / €4,000 incl. taxes Model VCARP4KL00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Yellow...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Pendant Gold Mother-of-pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montreal, Quebec
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS SWEET ALHAMBRA PENDANT GOLD MOTHER-OF-PEARL This necklace features the mother-of-pearl pendant on a chain necklace. The mother of pearl is produced naturally in c...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" 2012 holiday pendant, featuring carved mother-of-pearl centering a bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamond in a beaded 18k yellow gold frame. Susp...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 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 & Arples. This piece consists of 55 round shaped cultured pearls; all of which are p...
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20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Diamond Paved Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2330 Comes With Box Only Date 2014 RRP £7,950 Inc taxes / $ 8,500 Excl taxes / 9,250 € Inc taxes Model ARA46100 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weig...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 2014 Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2325 Comes With Invoice with Box Date 2014 Model ARO5SX00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl Weight 5.4 g Length 42 cm Condition Excell...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef 2022 Holiday Pendant VCA Porcelain Tiffany Blue Alahambra
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Presented as part of the 2022 Holiday collection, this exclusive pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels boasts elegance in every detail. Crafted from 18k white gold, it showcases a captivat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" pendant, featuring a carved red carnelian in a beaded 18k yellow gold frame. Suspended from a polished 18k yellow gold chain. Stamped "VCA" "Au7...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2326 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 RRP £2,720 Inc taxes / $2,900 Excl taxes / 3,200 € Inc taxes Model ARP4KK00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Weight 5...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2278 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2014 RRP £9,550 Inc taxes / $10,200 Excl taxes / 11,100 € Inc taxes Model VCARD79100 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Mother...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Rose Gold 2016 Holiday Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2290 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2016 Model ARO97I00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Onyx Weight 6.5 g Length 42 cm Condition Excellent _____________...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k white gold, this exquisite necklace features a captivating diamond butterfly papillon pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Flower Diamond Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2319 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 Model ARP6L400 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond / Pink Sapphire Weight 5.8 g Length 42 cm Condition Ex...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

VCA malechite Alhambra 16 motif pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This iconic VCA Alhambra pendant consists of 16 motifs of varying sizes made of malechite. The necklace measures 130cm and can be worn in many ways as multiple strands. It is a timel...
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 10 Motif Gold Alhambra Blue Lapis Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold 10 Motif Alhambra Lapis Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite necklace features ten iconic Alhambra motifs adorned with lapis l...
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20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx Fifth Avenue Magic Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Fifth Avenue Edition Magic Alhambra pendant, featuring a carved black onyx center mounted in a beaded 18k white gold frame. Suspended from the matching chain neckl...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, the Vintage Alhambra necklace exudes timeless charm. The delicately carved 18k yellow gold quatrefoil encases lustrous mother-of-pearl, creating a capt...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Chalcedony 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The iconic clover motif is a potent symbol ...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Limited Edition Holiday 2022 Celadon Sevres
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The iconic clover motif is a potent symbol ...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K White Gold AU 750 Diamond Pave Motifs - Around 0.16 Carat Weight EF/VS Quality Grades / 24 Stones Total The brilliance and sparkle of the diamonds is of the highest level. Pleas...
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2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
Lucky Alhambra long necklace, 12 motifs, 18K yellow gold, carnelian, tiger’s eye, white and gray mother-of-pearl, malachite. REF. VCARD80100 Carnelian: 2 stones Malachite: 3 stones M...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Invest in this opulent Van Cleef & Arpels 2023 Holiday pendant necklace from their iconic Vintage Alhambra collection. The 18k rose gold Alhambra pendant is set with a single diamond...
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2010s Italian Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef&Arpels Cadenas Diamonds Gold Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 23591001 ■Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels ■Product Name: Cadena Gold Long Necklace ■Product Code/Model Number: - ■Material: 9P Diamonds, 750 K18 YG (Yellow Gold) ■Weight: App...
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Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2288 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2017 RRP £ 6,600 Inc. taxes/$7,000 Excl taxes/7,650 € Inc taxes Model ARO3MG00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Malachite We...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This adorable rare and collectible Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold necklace features a 15.0mm x 21.0mm owl pendant set with Mother-of-Pearl and brilliant-cut round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2...
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1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian Diamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Discover elegance in the Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra necklace, a timeless marvel from the 2023 Holiday Edition. Crafted with meticulous care, its 18k rose gold setting delica...
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2010s Italian Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché 2020 Limited Edition Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2281 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 Model ARP6L800 Serial Number JA****** Stones Diamond Main Stone Weight 0.05ct approx Weight 8.1 g Width 15 mm Condition Excelle...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed 2018 Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k yellow gold mother of pearl and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2018 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA diamond necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF NECKLACE. A magnificent example of elegance and sophistication from the renowned Paris Jewler Van Cleef and Arpels . This opera length necklace is intricately set with ap...
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1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCAR05SY00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold pink porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant, from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features the iconic beaded edge ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pure Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2280 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2015 Model ARD81200 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight 7 g Length 42 mm Condition Excellent ____________________...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Chalcedony White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2247 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 RRP £3150 Including taxes / $3,350 Excluding taxes / €3600 Including taxes Model VCARD34900 Serial Number JA**** Metal 18k Whit...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The clover motif, a potent symbol of luck, ...
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2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Turquosie Two Butterfly Diamond Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2229 Comes With Box Only Date Circa 2022 RRP £ 10,200 Inc taxes / $ 10,800 Excl taxes / 11,600 € Inc taxes Model VCARP7UP00 Serial Number JC******* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stone...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
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Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Opal, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Zodiac Medal Aries 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Baltimore, MD
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Zodiac Medal Aries 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 11.54 grams Pendant: 21.5mm Zodiac sign: Arie...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Frivole Diamond 9 Flower Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Captivating petals of luxury: Van Cleef & Arpels' diamond flower necklace, a masterpiece of elegance and grace. This necklace has 9 diamond flower petals that have a total of 327 ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s silver and gold slim choker
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels choker is made of silver and 18k gold and is very flexible. It carries the French assay marks and workshop marks for Lasbleiz, Fournier, Vitielo.
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Pearl Magic Alhambra Necklace VCARO49L00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An iconic 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels pearl necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic Alhambra 4 leaf clover motif with an inlay of mot...
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2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

RARE Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx and White Gold 14 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Pure Alhambra Stone: Onyx Metal: 18k White Gold Includes service papers from the boutique.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Onyx, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1976 Paris Pendant Perfume Bottle In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A perfume bottle pendant designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare perfume bottle pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cle...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, 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...
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20th Century French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ivory Long Necklace 18 carat Gold 1950
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Long necklace in 18-carat yellow gold and ivory. Long necklace in 750 mil yellow gold, composed of articulated...
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1950s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef &Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 10 Motif Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1886 Comes With Full Set (Box, Card, Invoice, receipt) Date 2014 RRP £7,900 Incl taxes/9 000 € Incl taxes / $ 8,400 Model VCARA42800 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Yellow Go...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Invest in this opulent Van Cleef and Arpels 2021 Holiday pendant necklace from their iconic Vintage Alhambra collection. The 18k rose gold Alhambra pendant is set with a single diamo...
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2010s European Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Bracelet Combination.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Multi Color Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Bracelet and Pendant Combination. -!5 Cabochon-Cut Rubies approximately 15 Ct. -15 Emerald ...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 2.37ct Diamond Flower Lace Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Effortlessly transform the look of a basic outfit with this glittering symbol of transformation. This Van Cleef & Arpels butterfly necklace features a 16-inch-long chain with a sprin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces

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Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces for sale on 1stDibs

1stDibs offers a range of Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. When you're 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 necklaces can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. This collection contains 61 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and Contemporary are some of the most popular styles of Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st Century and Contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider necklaces by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Bvlgari. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at $541 and tops out at $1,560,000, while pieces like these can sell for on average $25,000..

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We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    A 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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    No, 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Van 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Van 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, 2023
    Van 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, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    In 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Although 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, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    No, you typically can't shower wearing a Van Cleef & Arpels necklace. You should remove all fine jewelry before you shower. Doing so will help to protect your pieces from damage from the water and the chemicals in shampoo, soap, body wash and other personal care products. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    No, you generally shouldn't get Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry wet. Remove rings and bracelets containing mother-of-pearl before you wash your hands, and take off all mother-of-pearl jewelry before showering, bathing or swimming. You may also want to skip wearing your Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl pieces if you anticipate being outdoors in heavy rain. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, you can wear Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry every day, provided you aren’t engaging in any activities that might damage your accessories. Take off your jewelry whenever you are exercising or performing work-related duties that could expose it to chemicals or otherwise result in physical damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.

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