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Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace.
A very rare 20
Category
20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Motif Turquoise Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Alhambra is VCA’s signature design and the turquoise makes it even more special. This is a limited
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Motif Vintage Alhambra Malachite Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1489
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARL80900
Date 2017
Serial No JA******
Retail Price £4,350 Including taxes / $ 4,850 Excluding taxes / € 5250 Including taxes
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Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Lucky Alhambra' Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The four
Category
2010s Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Materials
Carnelian, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef Arpels 2018 Diamond Holiday Pendant Vintage Alhambra Gold MOP, YG
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Van Cleef & Arpels 2018 Holiday Pendant of Vintage Alhambra, diamond, gold mother of pearl necklace
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Lapis Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Lapis Alhambra Necklace. Signed and includes service paperwork.
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 7 Motif Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 7 Motif Alhambra Necklace made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Bracelet 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
: Circumference: 7.25 ", Width: 15.00 mm
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Bracelet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise Necklace & Bracelet Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection: Vintage Alhambra
Set: Necklace & Bracelet
Necklace
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
", Width: 14.64 mm
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace 18K White Gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
: 7.50 ", Width: 14.60 mm
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Bracelet 18K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamonds 18k White Gold 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
Category
2010s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels
Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2022 Macau, and the original receipt.
Condition: Like-new pristine condition. No significant signs of w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chain Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Malachite Diamond Necklace, YG
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Van Cleef & Arpels long necklace of 10 motifs Malachite, diamond necklace. Multiple ways of wearing as a necklace or a bracelet. Has a beautiful natural striation of malachite.
Make...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Lucky Alhambra Long Necklace VCARD80100
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold, Lucky Alhambra long necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. Features 12 motifs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian and Tiger's Eye 'Magic Alhambra' Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
quatrefoil motifs on a fine link chain. Necklace length 48 inches. French assay and workshop marks. Signed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
An 18k yellow gold bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Alhambra 20 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra Turquoise Necklace is a true work
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef Arpels 2017 Diamond Holiday Pendant Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye, RG
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tucson, AZ
Van Cleef & Arpels 2017 Holiday Pendant of Vintage Alhambra, diamond, tiger eye necklace
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
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Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 18k Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU. AT-1375
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARP34900
Serial No. JC******
Date circa 2021
RRP £4,500 Including taxes / $ 4,800 Excluding taxes / 5150 € Including taxes
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Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl & Onyx Magic Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Magic Alhambra Necklace VCARD7930
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 47 in.
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace Onyx and 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van
Category
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
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L 16.54 in.
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian & Tiger's Eye Magic Alhambra Necklace V
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An exquisite 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 47 in.
2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Necklaces Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklaces. Each Mother of Pearl
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
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L 16 in.
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 10 Clover Motif Alhambra 18k White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Alexandria, VA
Full Item Details
18K White Gold / AU 750
Length of Necklace: 20 Inches Long
"VCA" stamp present on the clasp
"VCA Au750" present on one of the motifs
VCA Serial Number stamped/engr...
Category
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 20 Clover Motif Alhambra 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Alexandria, VA
Full Item Details
18K Rose Gold / AU 750
Length of Necklace: 38 Inches Long
Total Weight: 47.20 grams
"VCA" stamp present on the clasp
"VCA Au750" present on one of the motifs
VCA S...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
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L 38 in.
Large Moroccan Moorish Alhambra Brass Chandelier
By Alberto Pinto
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous finely handcrafted and hand chased Moroccan Moorish brass Alhambra hanging chandelier
Category
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
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Metal 18K Yellow Gold
Serial No. JE******
Stone Carnelian
Chain Length Approx. 42cm
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Bracelet VCARD35500
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold carnelian bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Charm Bracelets
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
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Metal: 18K White Gold
Stone. Turquoise
Chain Length Approx. 42cm
Weight Approx. 5g
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Coral Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 'Vintage Alhambra' necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and these Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef
Category
2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Van Cleef & Arpels Holiday pendant Alhambra diamond 2022 necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
2022 Light Green Celadon Sèvres Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Diamond Holiday Pendant Necklace
Category
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Moroccan Moorish Alhambra Brass Chandelier
By Alberto Pinto
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous finely handcrafted and hand chased Moroccan Moorish brass Alhambra hanging chandelier
Category
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Bullseye Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold Bullseye and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Pure Alhambra collection features the
Category
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Necklace VCARA42
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold mother of pearl necklace from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 32 in.
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Malachite Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k yellow gold malachite and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Edition Light Green Celadon Porcelain & Diamond Alhambra
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
& Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2022 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Carnelian Limited Edition Alhambra Rose Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
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Metal 18K Rose Gold
Stone Carnelian & Diamond (Approx. 0.05ct)
Weight Approx. 6g
Chain Length Approx
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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L 16.54 in.
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VC
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold rhodonite and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This sophisticated vintage authentic necklace is by Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Chalcedony 20 Motif Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels
Collection/Series: Alhambra
Metal Type: White Gold
Metal Purity: 18k
Chain or Bracelet Length (in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Ring in 18k Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
, he decorated the original Alhambra necklace with 20 solid-gold quatrefoils on an opera-length chain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exceptional and Rare Islamic Alhambra Bronze and Enameled Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare Islamic Alhambra bronze and enameled glass six-light mosque chandelier
Category
Antique 19th Century French Islamic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels
Collection/Series: Alhambra
Metal Type: Yellow Gold
Metal Purity: 18K
Chain or Bracelet Length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
19th Century Spanish Arab Islamic Style Brass Oil Lamp with Alhambra Lions
Located in Madrid, ES
reminiscent of the lion sculptures surrounding the iconic fountain at the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Islamic Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage Turquoise 10 Station in 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels
Collection/Series: Alhambra
Metal Type: Yellow Gold
Metal Purity: 18k
Chain or Bracelet Length (in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
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Metal 18K Yellow Gold
Serial No. CL******
Chain Weight Approx. 23g
Chain Length Approx. 42cm
Category
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moroccan Brass Moorish Chandelier in Alberto Pinto Style
By Alberto Pinto
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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This exquisite Moroccan Alhambra light fixture is delicately handcrafted from brass repousse and
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Moroccan Moorish Brass Chandelier
By Alberto Pinto, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moorish Alhambra design. Moroccan brass hanging chandelier in Moorish style.
Handcrafted in Morocco
Category
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Moroccan Moorish Brass Riad Chandelier Oversized
By Alberto Pinto
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Massive hand-crafted Moroccan Moorish Alhambra Riad openwork pierced metal brass chandelier
Category
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.35 CTW
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.35 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 114438
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Red Coral Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold 20 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection: Vintage Alhambra
Chain Length: 33.5 inches
Motif
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Long Motifs Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Description
Faithful to the very first Alhambra(R) jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra
Category
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Magic Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
alhambra motifs in the form of clover, the Blue chalcedony representing the sky, and the mother of pearls
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Chalcedony, Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection: Alhambra
Chain Length: 17 inches
Weight: 20.0 grams
Hallmark: BL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 50th Anniversary Vintage Alhambra diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Alhambra long necklace, 20 motifs, pink gold, gray mother-of-pearl, round diamonds; diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
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Alhambra Chain For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact alhambra chain you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 69 antique edition and 113 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect alhambra chain may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a alhambra chain has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. While most can agree that any alhambra chain from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Onyx version from the 21 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for an uncut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our alhambra chain for sale are for women, but there are 72 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Alhambra Chain?
On average, a alhambra chain at 1stDibs sells for $13,998, while they’re typically $556 on the low end and $149,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Van Cleef & Arpels for sale on 1stDibs
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, the 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.
Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels
- 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.
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