Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Blue Agate long necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra long necklace in blue Agate. A beautiful 18k yellow gold agate
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 2025 Blue Agate Magic Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef Blue Agate/18k Yellow Gold Magic Alhambra Long Pendant Necklace Year of Production: 2025
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs blue agate
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in blue agate. One of the most beautiful
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef&Arpels Vintage Alhambra Necklace 10 Motifs Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
Included) ■Product Name: Vintage Alhambra Necklace, 10 Motifs ■Model/Reference No.: VCARD34800 ■Material
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Blue Agate Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Blue Agate Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Additional Information: Brand
Yellow Gold
Alhambra Watch, Small Model Yellow Gold, Onyx, Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Alhambra watch, small model. 26 mm x 26 mm yellow gold case; yellow gold bezel; white mother-of
Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois d'Amourette Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Red Coral Magic Alhambra Pendant Charm in 18 Karat Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Stone: Red Coral Total Item Weight (g): 4.4 Measurement: 22.20 x 19.40 mm Thickness: 3.37 mm Hallmark: VCA Au750 Serial No.
Agate, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arples Vintage Alhambra Agate Motif & 18k Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Van Cleef & Arples Vintage Alhambra Agate Motif & 18k Gold Pendant Necklace From the
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Agate Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
____________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. JA****** Metal 18K Yellow Gold Stone Agate Chain Length Approx 19cm
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Agate Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
____________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. JA****** Metal 18K Yellow Gold Stone Agate Chain Length Approx 19cm
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Green Agate Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Green Agate Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 green agate
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 18k Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
____________________________________________________________________________ Metal 18K Yellow Gold Stone Blue Agate Bracelet Length Approx. 19 cm
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 18k Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
taxes / $ 4,800 Excluding taxes / 5150 € Including taxes Metal 18K Yellow Gold Stone Blue Agate Bracelet
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ $5,550 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP34900 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Agate Weight
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Agate Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARP6LA00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold agate long necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from their Magic Alhambra
Agate, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate Alhambra Bracelet in Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Van Cleef & Arpels blue agate Alhambra bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
. Taxes / $5,550 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP34900 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Agate
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Agate Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet features 5 blue Agate stone motifs
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels
Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
ARP34800 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Agate Weight 24 g Length 42cm Condition
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCAR
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Agate Necklace, Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Agate necklace from the Alhambra series. Hard to score at the boutique
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 5 Motif Bracelet Rare
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic extremely are and highly collectible Vintage Alhambra 5 motif bracelet
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCAR
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sèvres Porcelain Yellow Gold Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-0898 Brand Van Cleef & Arpels Model VCARP34900 Date 2018...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Blue Agate 5 Motifs Vintage Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
10.3 g Stones: 5 Blue Agate Bracelet Type: Alhambra Bracelet Bracelet Length: 19 cm Motifs Diameter
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Agate Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
____________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. JB****** Metal 18K Yellow Gold Stone Agate Chain Length Approx 19cm
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
VCA Vintage Alhambra earrings in 18K yellow gold and blue agate stone. As each stone is unique, its
Agate, 18k 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
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 18k Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Gold Stone Blue Agate Bracelet Length Approx. 19 cm Condition Excellent / Wear consistent with age and
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate 10 Motifs Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
Amazing timeless design by Van Cleef & Arpels. This amazing necklace is from the Alhambra
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ $4,950 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP9SZ00 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Agate Weight
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Turquoise Agate 18k gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
lucky clover motifs inlaid with turquoise agate in round bead settings. Made in France. Comes with
Turquoise, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 10 Lucky Cloves 18kGold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue agate in round bead settings. Made in France. Measurements: 0.59
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 5-Motif Blue Agate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By Van Cleef and Arpels, enjoy procuring this iconic Alhambra 5 Motif Blue Agate 18 Karat Yellow
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.99 in L 35.44 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-1204 Brand Van Cleef & Arpels Model VCARP6LA00 Date Circa 2...
Malachite, Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Blue Agate 5 Motifs 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, blue agate. Details
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Motifs Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
: Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Clasp: Hallmark Clasp Small Model Stones: Blue Agate: 5 Stones (As each stone is
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCAR
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 5 Motif Bracelet Rare
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic extremely are and highly collectible Vintage Alhambra 5 motif bracelet
18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace 10 Motifs Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels vintage Alhambra necklace 10 motifs mother of pearl necklace
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Letterwood Bracelet Five Motifs
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
different materials, from mother of pearl to agate and diamond. Alhambra is the most desirable among all the
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 10 Motif Necklace Metal
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 5 Motifs 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: Bracelet Metal: Yellow Gold
Agate, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Necklace 18k Yellow Gold and Agate
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
: 16.75 ", Width: 14.95 mm Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Necklace 18K
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 5 Motif Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 5 Motif Bracelet Metal: Yellow
Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 10 Motif Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: Blue
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Gold 5 Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 5 Motif Bracelet Metal: Yellow
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 10 Motif Necklace Metal
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin 40 Crocodile Shiny Porosus Red Bag with Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 40 Red with Diamonds 18 k white gold. Comes with dust bag, keys,Clochette,locker. Great condition. Original hermes diamonds not aftermarket. No CITES.
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
HERMES black Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 bag is crafted from luxurious black Veau Togo leather, showcasing elegant gold-plated hardware. The interior is lined in Chèvre (goat skin) and f...
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...
$59,500
H 8.67 in W 4.49 in D 2.49 in
Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
$126,998
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
Hermès Kelly Watch Golden Black leather
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model watch in gold-plated metal, black dial with dog collar-style nail indexes in gold-plated metal at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, quartz movement (battery), finely grained...
Gilt Metal
Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Verso Rouge Piment
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kelly 25 verso is in the Sellier style, with palladium hardware, and has tonal stitching, two straps with front toggle closure, and a single rolled handle, the interior is lined ...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Panthere Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This authentic pre-owned Cartier Double Panthère necklace is a powerful and iconic creation from the Maison’s most celebrated collection. Weighing an impressive 200 grams, the neckla...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2018, this iconic handbag is a testament...
$7,920
H 6.7 in W 13 in L 5.9 in
Chanel Bowling Bag Luxury Ligne Leather As Seen On Ivanka Trump Red Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
As seen on Ivanka Trump, this is a gorgeous luxury ligne Chanel satchel in excellent condition.
Hermes 35cm Birkin Etoupe Togo Taupe Gold Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Etoupe Togo 35cm Birkin Gold Hardware Brand New in Box. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware). Perfect gift! Comes in full set with lock, keys, clochette, sleeper, a...
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold 3-Motif Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection feature a 3-motif design of beaded clovers crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with green malachi...
Malachite, Yellow Gold
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 Arpels. 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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Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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The classic ’60s design has become particularly popular among sporty types.
Day or night, the vintage jewels make a statement.
You know the French maison’s famous motif well. But why is this particular piece so in demand?
The tiny lovers inch closer together by the hour and minute until they finally embrace on a world-famous bridge.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
The lucky-charm style has been around for more than 50 years, and British royals are still drawn to it.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.