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 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 Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCARP7TD00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold rhodonite and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2021 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque Libra Obsidian Rose Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Obsidian Zodiaque Librae Libra Pendant Long Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 Obsidian Stone, Approx 34mm
Details:
Chain Length: 36"
Pendant Width: 37mm
Weight: 50.5 grams
Diamond Perlee Slider Pendant: 10mm x 11mm
Perlee Slider Pendant: 10.5mm x 6mm
Weight: 16.2 grams
Stamped Hallmarks:Front: Libra Design
Back: XXIIIIX LIBRAE XXIIX
Rim: Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Au750...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Rose Gold
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 Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra Diamond & Turquoise Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Alhambra 20 Motifs Diamond And Turquoise Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Limited Edition Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold 20 Motif Alhambra Diamond Turquoise N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond, Necklace & Earrings, French, Maker's Mark
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
"Van Cleef and Arpels Necklace and Earrings set with Ruby and Diamonds. French, Maker's Mark for Pery et Fils. The necklace weighs 87.60 grams with approximately 16 carats of Diamond...
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Iconic 18ct Gold Capricorn Pendant from the Zodiac Collection
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold Zodiac pendant by Georges Lenfant for Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1960s, the round disc shaped pendant for the 10th sign Capricorn designed as an ancient coin, the front w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Butterfly Pendants Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's VCA Butterfly Necklace Blue Sapphire Marquises cut center and Six Rounds. Hallmarked vca 750 Numbered
18 inch necklace adjustable to 16
U...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 ...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Yellow Gold
Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set - Set in 18K White gold turquoise pendant Signature VCA Vintage Alhambra clo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pink Porcelain Alhambra Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is an authentic VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Rose Gold Pink Porcelain Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace. This stunning necklace chain is crafted of 18 karat rose gold. The pen...
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sliver Obsidian Rose Gold 2023 Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2341
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2023
Model ARP9T000
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 6.4 g
Length 42 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace K18YG - 5.1g - VCARA45800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace
Metal Type: K18Yellow Gold
Weight 5.1g
Condi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.4g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
Box - I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.5g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.0g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2277
Comes With box Only
Date 2020
RRP £3500 Inc taxes / $3700 exc taxes / 4000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP4KL00
Serial Number JBxxxxx
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight 6.5 g
Width 15 mm...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 3.0g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
B...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Necklace 20 motifs 18K yellow gold mother-of-pear
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra long necklace, 20 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl.
Signed, numbered and marked.
Original document from Van Cleef and Arpels. Pur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Leaf Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Nature Collection - Leaf Motif Diamond Necklace.
Approximate Diamond Weight - 62.00 CTS
18K Yellow Gold
Circa - 1962
French Assay Marks
Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Like Gemstones Tumbled Smooth by a Babbling Brook Through the Centuries, this Work of Art Gleams with Life and Light. Intertwined Throughout are 13 Cabochon Sapphires, 11 Cabochon Em...
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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 Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose 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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose 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 Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Black Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the classic Magic Alhambra collection features a lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with black onyx. The chain leng...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Magic " MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif necklace in 18k white gold. The necklace features 5 gray Mother of Pearl clover motifs, 6 white Mother of Pearl clover motifs, and 5 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Pure Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2422
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Date 2016
RRP £ 3400 Inc taxes / $ 3,600 Excl taxes /3900 € Inc taxes
Model Pure Alhambra
Serial Number JExxxxx
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
S...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1 Motif Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace In 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection:Alhambra
Model: Single Motif
Style: Pendant Necklace
Metal: Yellow Gold
Metal Purity: 18k
Stones: 1 Black Onyx Alhambra Motif
Hallma...
Category
2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Red Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
A beautiful vintage pendant necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels with a stunning pair of deep red pear cu...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k yellow gold.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k
yellow gold. The necklace features 20 lapis lazuli clover motifs. Equipped with lobster clasp. Inscr...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace.
Frivole collection.
Frivole Mini Pendant, white gold 18K, round diamonds.
25 Diamond quality D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Yellow Gold 18K Set Earrings Necklace 1980S
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage basket weave wide Yellow Gold 18K Set composed by Earrings and Necklace. Circa 1980.
Signed Van Cleef and Arpels, marked and numbered.
French marks.
Nec...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra necklace is an embodiment of timeless elegance and the hallmark craftsmanship that the Maison is renowned for.
Category
Early 2000s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
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 Necklaces
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...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
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...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Opal, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Georges L'enfant Taurus Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels
CIRCA: 1970s
MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold
WEIGHT: 6 grams
MEASUREMENTS: 3/4" Diameter
HALLMARKS: VCA, 18K
A vintage (circa 1970s) 18k gold Taurus Zodiac ...
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, a harmonious blend of elegance and spirituality. Crafted with the utmost prec...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Choker Necklace and Bracelet Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K white gold and worn on black satin straps; set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 14.50 carats, D-F color and VVS-VS clarity; necklac...
Category
2010s 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 ...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace This necklace has a woven motif with 96 round diamonds weighing approximately 6 carats all set in 18k yellow gold. Signed Van Cle...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace is an embodiment of sophistication and timeless elegance, reflecting the brand's commitment to beauty and excell...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18k Yellow 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 ...
Category
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Van Cleef Mother of Pearl & Chalcedony Alhambra Necklace 16 Motif
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Natural Mother of Pearl & Chalcedony
16 Different Sized Alhambra Motifs
Metal: 18K White Gold
Length: 24" Long
Weight: 67.6 Grams
Clasp: Box Catch with a Hidden Safety
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold Necklace
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...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Rose Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Flying Beauties Diamond Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare and colletible vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Flying Beauties collection is crafted in textured 18k yellow gold and accented a solitaire brilliant-cut ...
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 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...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef Cadenas Diamond Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Diamonds Approx.5.00Ctw
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Length: 36" Long
Weight: 97 Grams
Clasp: Box Catch with a Hidden Safety
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Necklaces
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
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 Bulgari. 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.
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- 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 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 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To authenticate Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry, check for stamps. Authentic pieces will display either VCA or Van Cleef & Arpels plus a serial number, a metal hallmark and a trademark. Shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, the red stone is usually Brazilian carnelian, a type of semiprecious gemstone that typically comes from Greece and Asia. The luxury jewelry brand uses the stone in it’s Bouton d’or and Alhambra collections. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels's quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No single Van Cleef & Arpels stone is the most durable. A few stones commonly used by the jewelry maker compete for the title. Among them are carnelian, tiger's eye, onyx and agate. All four of these stones have a hardness rating of 7.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Keep in mind that how well you care for and store your jewelry, not just its materials, will impact its longevity. Following the care instructions provided by Van Cleef & Arpels can help your piece stand the test of time. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, celebrities have been known to wear Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. Over the years, many trendsetters have been photographed wearing the jewelry maker's pieces. They include Mariah Carey, Anne Hathaway, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Garner and Kate Middleton. Pieces from the Alhambra collection are especially popular with celebrities. Find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is arguably the Alhambra collection, which debuted in 1970. Jacques Arpels – the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1906 – liked to say, "To be lucky, you must believe in luck." This mantra is embodied in the four-leaf clover motif of the Alhambra collection, and it can be found in sketches in the house’s archives dating back to the 1910s. The quatrefoil shape also has architectural resonance, as it is found in Gothic and Renaissance structures and in such Moorish buildings as the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, which inspired the name of this famed Van Cleef & Arpels line. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels uses a variety of stones in its pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's most common materials include malachite, mother-of-pearl, carnelian, onyx, turquoise, lapis lazuli, chalcedony and tiger's eye. In addition, there are Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings with gemstones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires. There are even pieces featuring wood and S�vres porcelain. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1sDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The most iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is arguably the Alhambra. It features 20 clover-shaped motifs. When it debuted in 1968, each clover was formed from gold and had gold beads around its edges. In 1971, the house began making the motif from colorful opaque hard stones, including malachite, lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, tiger’s-eye and turquoise. Many celebrities, like Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Mariah Carey and Kate Middleton, have sported the necklace over the years. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The Van Cleef & Arpels clover represents luck, fortune, health and love, according to the brand. This motif is famously seen in the iconic Alhambra collection, but the luxury jewelry house has used four-leaf clover motifs in designs since the 1920s. Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, the Van Cleef & Arpels iconic shape is not a cross. Called the Alhambra, the shape is actually a four-leaf clover. As a young man, Jacques Arpels, the nephew of one of the jewelry maker's founders, was fascinated with the relationship that four-leaf clovers have long shared with good fortune. His Alhambra motif pays tribute to the lucky charm but also references the quatrefoils so prevalent in the Moorish architecture of Spain's stately Alhambra palace, which is where the series gets its name. Explore a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The green stone on Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry varies by the piece. Often, the green gemstones are emeralds, but the luxury French jewelry house also creates pendants and other accessories that feature green malachite and tourmaline. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is fake, first look for markings. Authentic pieces will have the brand name or "VCA," a serial number, the hallmark of the metal and a trademark symbol. In addition, look at the clasps. Signs of soldering or poor quality hardware may indicate a replica. Find a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
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