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 Pure Alhambra 4-Motif Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the Pure Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 4 lucky clover motifs inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Completed wi...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 'Rose de Noel' White Coral Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Rose de Noël' collection, introduced in the 1970s and still cherished today, captures the delicate beauty of flowers, a signature motif of the Maison since 1906. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
*Rare Find & Investment piece*
Adorn your ears with a touch of elegance and sophistication with this exquisite pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage earrings. Crafted from 18-...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White 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 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" necklace, designed with ten textured 18k yellow gold clover-shaped stations in beaded frames, the stations on an 18k yellow gold cable chain. S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow 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
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Ring.
A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with a beautiful diamond accented heart sh...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Black Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2536
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2015
RRP £2,300 Incl taxes/2.680 € Incl taxes/ $ 2,450 Excl taxes
Model ARA44900
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx
Weigh...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Chalcedony White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2537
RRP £9,500 Inc taxes / $ 10,100 Excluding taxes /11.100 € Inc taxes
Model ARD34800
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Chalcedony
Weight approx 25.47 g
Len...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2526
Comes With Pouch Only
RRP £ 3400 Inc taxes / $ 3,600 Excl taxes /3,950 € Inc taxes
Model ARB13900
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx
Weight approx 9...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Limited Edition Rose Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2531
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2011
Model ARO24V00
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond, Carnelian
Weight approx 6.5 g
Length approx 42 cm
Condition Exce...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 4 Motifs Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2527
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2018
RRP £4,950 Incl taxes /5 700 € Incl taxes / $ 5,300
Model ARD79600
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Carnelia...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2535
Comes With Pouch Only
RRP £3,800 Incl taxes/4 350 € Incl taxes / $ 4,050 Excl taxes
Model ARA44200
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx
Weight approx ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Frivole Diamond Yellow Gold Large Pendant Charm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels pendant charm from the iconic Frivole collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and prong-set with 3 brilliant-cut round diamonds. Made in France circ...
Category
Early 2000s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1960s Van Cleef & Arpels French Flower Diamond Petal Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
1960s Van Cleef & Arpels French Flower Diamond Petal Earrings. Signed and numbered M39112. Diamond weight appx. 10.50 cts. 1.25 inches. Total We...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Mother-of Pearl Gold Extra Large Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the classic Magic Alhambra collection features an extra large beaded lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with white ...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1980's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a slightly rounded 4.5 mm wide snake chain
Featuring a high polished gold finish
Completed by press release closure
With hinged figure eight safety
Stamped for 18 karat ...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque Leo Red Jasper Rose Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Red Jasper Zodiaque Leo Pendant Long Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque necklace is a distinguish...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Lapis Limited Edition Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare pair of limited edition Vintage Alhambra 18 karat yellow gold and lapis lazuli necklaces by Van Cleef & Arpels. Each necklace measures 16" in length and can be worn separately ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 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 Yellow Gold Mother Pearl Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold mother of pearl bracelet by Van Cleef and Arpels from the Vintage Alhambra Collection. The stylish bracelet is made up of 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, ea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 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 Emerald Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of whimsical bees. Encrusted with glittering white diamonds, two pins feature vivid gr...
Category
20th Century French Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 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 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 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 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 Diamond Ring Gemstones Flower Design
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous and rare vintage ring by Van Cleef & Arpels made of 18k gold, featuring diamond, pink sapphire and emerald.
The dome part is encrusted with a flower design with the sapphi...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k 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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2505
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2017
RRP £ 2,990 Inc. taxes/$3,200 Excl taxes/3,500 € Inc taxes
Model VCARO9VA00
Serial Number JE****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones M...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels No Enhancement Burmese 12.01 carat Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Burmese sapphire and diamond ring.
Set with natural no enhancement oval old cut Burmese 12.01 carat sapphire, surrounded by 14 fine quality brilliant shape dia...
Category
1980s French Artist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Intricate beadwork lines the perimeter of this sleek, sophisticated Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee bracelet. Shimmering 18K White Gold gives it a luminous quality, while the brands signat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible stunning Van Cleef & Arpels brooch pendant is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a diamond accents with a cabochon ruby eye, a black enamel nose, and a...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 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 taxes
Model ARA41800
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Between the Finger ring Diamond and Onyx
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Between the Finger ring in white gold with brilliant-cut diamond buds surrounded by onyx and diamond petals.
This ring is crafted of 18 karat white gold and features two flower motifs set with black onyx and round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 1.45 total carat weight.
Ring size is 51/4 ( retails for $24.000)
Made in France signed with makers hallmark
Comes with original Van...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k 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
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mother Of Pearl Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Heart Cut Mother Of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with a beautiful top grade mother of pearl displaying...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" necklace in 18k yellow gold, designed with ten black onyx clover-shaped stations in gold beaded frames, the stations on a gold cable chain. Sig...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 White Coral and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Two of Mother's Natures Finest - White Coral and Diamonds - Combine to Actualize this Classic Van Cleef & Arpels Ring.
Size - 4.5
French Assay Mark
Signed - VCA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Pendant. Single Magic Alhambra malachite clover measuring approximately 26mm (36mm w/ bail)- Beaded bail top. Signed 'VCA AU750'...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Necklace, featuring ten clover-shaped motifs of polished malachite - visible to both sides - linked by sections of chain in between. Lobster-styl...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Alhambra bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold and malachite. Five clover motifs of polished green malachite. Measuring approximately 7.5 inches in length with signature VCA lobs...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Vintage Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Vintage Alhambra Ring. Single Alhambra clover measuring approximately 14mm pave' set with twelve round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.84...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Alternating Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace. Alternating five gold and five malachite Alhambra clovers connected by gold chain in between. Signature VCA...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Ring. Single clover of polished malachite measuring approximately 20mm. Finger size '51' or US 5 1/2. Signed 'VCA AU 750' '51'...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/ Blue Agate Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/Blue Agate Alhambra Bracelet
Made In: France
Date of Manufacture - 2023
Materials: Blue Agate and 18k yellow gold
Hallmarks: VCA Au750, serial num...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 6 Motif Necklace 18k White Gold & Diamond BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 6 Motif Necklace with original VCA inner & outer boxes, VCA certificate of authenticity ...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Between the Finger Ring 18k White Gold & Diamond BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Between the Finger Ring with original VCA inner & outer boxes, certificate of authenticity and ...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bouton D'or Ring 18k Yellow Gold Chrysoprase Diamond Onyx BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Bouton D'or Ring with original VCA box, VCA certificate of authenticity & receipt. The Bouton d'or coll...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA Bouton D'or Pendant Detachable Clip Necklace 18k Chrysoprase Diamond Onyx
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Bouton D'or Pendant Detachable Clip Necklace with original VCA box, VCA certificate of authenticity, in...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Double Flower Ring Platinum & Diamond 3.00ctw BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Double Flower Ring with original VCA inner and outer boxes, insurance valuation and. Sparklin...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Clovers Ring Medium Model 18k White Gold Diamonds BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Clovers Ring, medium model with original VCA box, insurance valuation and receipt. The creations...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Diamond Long Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Van Cleef & Arpels long necklace from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k white gold and features a lucky clover pendant set with 60 D-E-F ...
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2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Between The Finger Ring Diamond Lapis Lazuli
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Between The Finger Ring with original VCA inner and outer boxes & insurance valuation. Va...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Between the Finger Ring 18k Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Guaranteed Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Between The Finger Ring with original VCA inner & outer boxes and insurance valuation. C...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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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