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
Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Edition Light Green Celadon Porcelain & Diamond Alhambra
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k white gold light green Celadon Sèvres porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2022 Holiday collection. The pendant features a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloche Carnelian Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2491
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2021
RRP £4,700 Including taxes / $5,000 Excluding taxes / €5,500 Including taxes
Model ARP7RP00
Serial Number JC******
Metal 18k Ro...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARL80900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold malachite bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The bracelet features 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, each with a beaded edg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Earrings, White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Van Cleef & Arpels earrings in Turquoise, white gold.
Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels
Accessories: Boxes and the earrings only. No certificate.
Condition: Like-new pre-loved condition. ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Material: Yellow gold (18K)...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated Socrate™ jewelry collection feature a delicate floral motif crafted in 18K white gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k white gold mother of pearl necklace from the Vintage Alhambra (VCARF48800) collection by Van Cleef & Arpels. Featuring 20 iconic clover motifs, each motif is set with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Hammered 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2454
Comes With Box Only
Date 2012
RRP £ 4,050 Inc taxes / $ 4,300 Excl taxes / 4,650 € Inc taxes
Model VCARO1IH00
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight Approx 8...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Five-Row Diamond Link Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and highly flexible necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels that dates back to the 1990s, designed as five rows of graduated round-cut diamonds of exceptional brilliance, exqui...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Ring Size 52
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2490
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
Model ARF79052
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight approx 11 g
Ring Size 52 Size Chart
Condition Ex...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2283
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2010
Model ARD32300
Serial Number BL******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight approx 5.6 g
Width approx 2.2 cm
Condition Excellent
___...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2293
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
RRP £3500 Inc taxes / $3700 exc taxes / 4000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP4KL00
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight 6.5...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Lapis Malachite Humming Bird Yellow Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2403
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
Model Lucky Animals
Serial Number VCARP2B000
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Sapphire, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite
Weight Approx 14.7 ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Wood Diamond 18K White Gold Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Wood Diamond 18k White Gold Butterfly Brooch is a breathtaking testament to the brand's mastery of craftsmanship and creativity. This exquisite piece seamlessl...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1967 Paris Bambo Clips-On Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Hoops earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Very rare vintage pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1967. The...
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Hoops Earrings In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Hoops earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Fabulous statements pair of hoops-earrings, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1970's. Th...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Byzantine 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2346
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2013
RRP £3,950 Inc taxes / $ 4,200Excl taxes / 4,600 € Inc SKU AT-2282
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2010
Model ARA49500
Serial Number BL******
M...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2495
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2011
Model ARA40100
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight approx 57 g
Length approx 84 cm
Condition Excelle...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Diamond Three Stone 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond Round Cut Three Stone 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a classic three stone design. Set with three fine natural round b...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage VCA 0.52ct Diamond & Onyx Cocktail Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A captivating vintage VCA ring showcasing a striking combination of onyx and pave-set round brilliant-cut diamonds arranged in a V-shaped design. The diamonds have an approximate tot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Modernist Three Color Hoops Earrings in Solid 18Kt Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Hoops earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Very attractive and beautiful hoops earrings created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. These earring...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond Choker Necklace 10.00ct TDW
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An elegant platinum diamond necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. The necklace features stations alternating between 1 and 3 round brilliant cut diamonds with a decorative surround. A tota...
Category
1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Ring And Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Ring AND Pendant.
A unique and rare piece by Van Cleef & Arpels. A diamond set heart that measures 9mm x 10.2mm ac...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Emerald Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Ruby, Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Flower Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels,...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2284
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2010
Model ARD33000
Serial Number BL******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight approx 6.05 g
Width approx 2.4 cm
Condition Excellent
Ot...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vinatge Alhambra Malachite and 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
The iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite earrings! The earrings display a vibrant banded Malachite stone, surrounded in the VCA beaded frame, with an omega clip and ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Revival Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s.
The watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut...
Category
1930s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Gemstone: Diamond
Material: Platinum 950
Ring size (US): 5
Con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Hammered Gold Vintage Alhambra 18K Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2313
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
RRP £ 4,050 Inc taxes / $ 4,300 Excl taxes / 4,650 € Inc taxes
Model VCARN9T400
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weight 9.6 g
Co...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Line: Vintage Alhambra
Material: Yellow gold (18K)
Conditio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in Pink Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in Pink Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Sweet Alhambra
Earring type: Stud earrings
SKU:elaGZyh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs Full set, box, pouch VCARA41800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
Rare and iconic VCA bracelet, full set, originally purchased in Harrods.
VCA signature design, first created in 1968, this timeless collection brings luck to each owner by its clov...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Enameled Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 1.68 Ctw in Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Beautiful pair of clips-on earrings, created in France by the iconic Parisian jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the1970'...
Category
1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Flower Frivole Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Flower Frivole Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Frivole
Gemstone: Diamond
Material: Yello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds 18K yellow gold MOP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds
18K yellow gold, Mother-of-pearl
VCARN5JM00
Jacques — the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Tubogas Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is a wonder of retro design. This necklace is comprised of a revolutionary, flexible Tubogas link chain of 18K yellow gold. Slightly rais...
Category
20th Century French Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” bracelet, designed with two textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with three clover-shaped le...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
With the Pure Alhambra jewelry creations designed in 2001, Van Cleef & Arpels offers a new interpretation of the Alhambra symbol. Inspired by the clover leaf, they give pride of place to the purity and smoothness of its lines.
Pure Alhambra ring...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Perlee Diamond Round Cut Row Wedding Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Wow, this Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Perlee Diamond Round Cut Row Wedding Band Ring looks stunning! It's the perfect choice for an elegant and timeless piece of jewelry. The diamond...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Vintag...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow 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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra White Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra White Necklace a delicate and enchanting piece that encapsulates the timeless elegance of the Alhambra collection. The necklace features a white...
Category
2010s Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Necklace in Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Frivole
Model: VCARP...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Necklace in Yellow Gold
Additional Information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Alhambra
Gemstone: Shell
This item has been used and m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional Information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Alhambra
Material: Yellow gold (18K)
Condition details:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels x Piaget Lapis Lazuli La Collection 9064 Ultra Thin P9 Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906
Wear Van Cleef & Arpels watches it's integrate the club of famous clients : Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich and Wallis Simpson, Du...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Signature Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Small Model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
The Perlée signature jewelry creations are engraved with the arabesques of a calligraphed Van Cleef & Arpels signature. Polished to a mirror...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Diamond Collection Estate Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
This luxury timepiece from Van Cleef & Arpels is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. It's crafted from 18kt yellow gold and features a sleek design with an 18 kt. yellow gold bracel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 0.96ct Diamond Vintage Alhambra Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra earrings, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Details:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: VCARA44600
Style: Vintage Alhambr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef&Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef&Arpels
Description: Van Cleef&Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise Necklace
Metal Type: 750WG/White Gold
Weight 5.7g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
Box ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Rose Gold Grey Mother of Pearl Long Pendant Ne
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2287
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2022
RRP £6000 Inc taxes / $ 6,400 Excl taxes / 7,000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP6I200
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones M...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1569
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARB14000
Date Circa 2019
Serial No...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in 18K White Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Sweet Alhambra
MPN: VCARA44500
Material: White gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Alhambra Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 12 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, F color total weight .48ct
Details:
Size: Size - 5.25
Width: 15...
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2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18k Rose Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2188
Comes With Box Only
Date 2014
RRP £2,560 Inc VAT / $2,720 Excl VAT / 2920 € Inc VAT
Model VCARN6BO00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Carnelian
Weight 2....
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2258
Comes With Box Only
Date 2011
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 9.2 g
Length 43 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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, 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 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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