Why is Van Cleef and Arpels so expensive?

Van 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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Vca 750

Van Cleef Arpels Between The Finger

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Diamond, Platinum

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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pave Ring in 18K White Gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Van Cleef and Arpels VCA Diamond Pave Ring in 18K Yellow Gold.

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Late 20th Century Dome Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Pave Platinum Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Pave Platinum Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Platinum dome pave diamond ring consisting of one white cultured pearl 13.50 millimeters and round diamonds with an approximate weight of 5.00 carats and color and clarity of F/VS1 r...

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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Broomall, PA

Add a touch of luxury to any ensemble with this sophisticated Van Cleef and Arpels ring. The gently domed 18K White Gold setting comes to life through multiple rows of pavé-set round...

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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. A Turquoise and Diamond "Double-Boule" Ring.

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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. A Turquoise and Diamond "Double-Boule" Ring.

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

Designed as a stylised crossover ring composed of two domes, one pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the other pavé-set with turquoise cabochons, circa 1967, signed Van Cleef & Arp...

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Vintage 1960s French Dome Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum & Diamond Pave Ring.

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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum & Diamond Pave Ring.

Located in New York City, NY

A wonderful pave diamond ring by Van Cleef and Arpels. Consisting of aprox 3.00 carats of diamonds F color VVS1 quality.

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American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Pink and White Diamond Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Pink and White Diamond Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Broomall, PA

A stylish two-toned design makes this Van Cleef and Arpels ring simply unforgettable.

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Diamond Gold Ring

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Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Diamond Gold Ring

Located in New York , NY

Pave diamond ring in 18K gold by Van Cleef & Arpels

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Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings

Van Cleef and Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring

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Van Cleef and Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

Elegant ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, pavé set diamonds centered by a pear-shaped blue sapphire and two tapered baguette diamonds representing a bow Signed VCA, maker's mark, French ha...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Cabochon Sapphire Ring

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Van Cleef and Arpels Cabochon Sapphire Ring

Located in Wynnewood, PA

Fabulous VCA ring set with 32 round brilliant diamonds set in 18kt yellow gold. This ring has a beautiful blue cabochon sapphire that is 2.04 carats. The sapphire is dome set above ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Inspired 1.13ct Round Diamond & Halo Pave Diamond Engagement Ring Set

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Vintage Inspired 1.13ct Round Diamond & Halo Pave Diamond Engagement Ring Set

By Alex & Co

Located in Newton, MA

The signature engagement ring features a round brilliant cut bezel set 1.13ct with a diamond surround pave frame.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Color and White Diamond Pave Exotic Wood 18K Rose Gold Statement Ring

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Fancy Color and White Diamond Pave Exotic Wood 18K Rose Gold Statement Ring

Located in Newton, MA

Uniquely striking fancy color and white diamond 18 karat rose gold exotic wood ring is offered by Alex & Co.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

$29,900

L 24 in

Seaman Schepps 18k Yellow Gold Multi-Baroque Pearl and Gem Necklace

By Seaman Schepps

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous Seaman Schepps 18k Gold Beaded Necklace Features Alternating Cultured Pearls and Carved/Tumbled Semi-Precious Gemstones Includes Tourmaline, Citrine, Quartz, Etc. Includes E...

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Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Quartz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yell...

GUCCI F/w 2008 Gucci Floral Painted Tube Origami Dress Gown

$7,790

Size: See Measurement in description

GUCCI F/w 2008 Gucci Floral Painted Tube Origami Dress Gown

By Gucci

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

Gucci Tube origami gown from the Fall/Winter 2008 collection, designed by Frida Giannini. The dress features a dramatic, asymmetrical design with cinched waist and multi layers of fa...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Louis Vuitton 30 kabuki speedy bag 2017 limited edition

$5,372

Louis Vuitton 30 kabuki speedy bag 2017 limited edition

By Louis Vuitton

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) 'Kabuki' monogram coated canvas 30cm Speedy bag with green cob leather and black grain leather, a padlock, keys, and golden brass. A 2017 Collection ...

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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Diamond and Emerald 18 Carat Gold Bracelet

$3,248

Vintage Diamond and Emerald 18 Carat Gold Bracelet

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This lovely 18 carat gold bracelet is set with diamonds and emeralds. Each emerald measures 10pts and the emerald total of this bracelet is 3.4carat. The diamonds measure 3pts each a...

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Vintage 1980s British Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Necklace

$4,895

L 18 in

Faye Kim Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Necklace

By Faye Kim

Located in Darien, CT

A refined take on everyday diamonds, Faye Kim's Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Necklace features a softly squared pendant set with a shimmering arrangement of various sized diam...

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier ÉtincelledeCartier Wedding Band, 18K Rose Gold Fully Paved with Diamonds

$3,220

Cartier ÉtincelledeCartier Wedding Band, 18K Rose Gold Fully Paved with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Cartier Étincelle de Cartier Wedding Ring in 18K Rose Gold with Full Pavé Diamonds, size 49. Center stone: 0.18ct emerald-cut diamond. Purchased in 2021, complete with original box, ...

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2010s Engagement Rings

Hermès 2026 Sac Kelly II Mini 20 cm Dark Green Leather Golden HDW Bag New Hermes

$42,868

H 5.52 in W 8.27 in D 3.15 in

Hermès 2026 Sac Kelly II Mini 20 cm Dark Green Leather Golden HDW Bag New Hermes

By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

Hermès Mini Kelly bag (20 cm size) in dark green Box leather with gold-tone hardware; features a burgundy Box leather interior and a matching shoulder strap. Comes with its box and i...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

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Pave Diamond Ring Van Cleef For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pave diamond ring van cleef you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect pave diamond ring van cleef 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. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. Finding a pave diamond ring van cleef for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Pave Diamond Ring Van Cleef?

The price for a pave diamond ring van cleef starts at $2,000 and tops out at $47,200 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,000.

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 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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Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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 Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.

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Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels

Why is Van Cleef and Arpels so expensive?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Van 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.