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Saint Laurent Clover

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover clip-on earrings featuring orange and red resin heart petals in a

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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover clip-on earrings featuring orange and red resin heart petals in a

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Goossens Heart Clover Clip-On Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Goossens Heart Clover Clip-On Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Goossens Heart Clover Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in TOULOUSE, FR

Authentic vintage Yves Saint Laurent clip-on earrings from the 1990s, crafted by the prestigious

Category

1990s French Aesthetic Movement Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Other

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Four Leaf Clover Pendant Necklace
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Four Leaf Clover Pendant Necklace

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Four Leaf Clover Pendant Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone four leaf clover pendant necklace. Red rope. Slips on (no

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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Four Clover Flower Circle Linked Bracelet
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Four Clover Flower Circle Linked Bracelet

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Four Clover Flower Circle Linked Bracelet

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Robert Goossens Vintage Arty Vivid Textured Large Four Clover Blossom Flower

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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Glow Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Drop Clip Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Glow Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Drop Clip Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Glow Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Drop Clip Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Vintage Large Glow Double Layer Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Bouquet Drop

Category

1990s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

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Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Hammered Clover Necklace
Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Hammered Clover Necklace

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Hammered Clover Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive YVES SAINT LAURENT Hammered Clover Necklace Measurements: Clover: 3 7/8 inches X 3

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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Clover Bracelet with Green Resin
Yves Saint Laurent Clover Bracelet with Green Resin

Yves Saint Laurent Clover Bracelet with Green Resin

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal articulated bracelet with rhinestones and green

Category

Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Clover Clip-on earrings in Gilt Metal
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Clover Clip-on earrings in Gilt Metal

YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Clover Clip-on earrings in Gilt Metal

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent clover clip-on earrings in gilt metal. In very good condition. Made in

Category

Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare gold toned necklace featuring green-blue resin clovers and hearts

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20th Century French Link Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL 4 Leaf Clover Cuff
Yves Saint Laurent YSL 4 Leaf Clover Cuff

Yves Saint Laurent YSL 4 Leaf Clover Cuff

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Large gold-plated Yves Saint Laurent cuff covered with clusters of detailed four leaf clovers

Category

1990s French Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare gold toned necklace featuring green-blue resin clovers and hearts

Category

20th Century French Link Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare gold toned necklace featuring green-blue resin clovers and hearts

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20th Century French Link Necklaces

YVES SAINT LAURENT rhinestone clover with faceted glass
YVES SAINT LAURENT rhinestone clover with faceted glass

YVES SAINT LAURENT rhinestone clover with faceted glass

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Highly detailed shamrock with dozens of faceted stones from Yves Saint Laurent. Ca. 1985. Can be

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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover clip-on earrings featuring resin heart petals in a gold tone

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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Necklace 2 Ways
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Necklace 2 Ways

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Necklace 2 Ways

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover necklace featuring resin heart petals in a gold tone setting with

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20th Century French Link Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Paris Clover Clip Earrings Gilt Metal & Glass Rhinestone
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Clover Clip Earrings Gilt Metal & Glass Rhinestone

Yves Saint Laurent Paris Clover Clip Earrings Gilt Metal & Glass Rhinestone

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Yves Saint Laurent YSL Paris signed clip on earrings. Modernist 4 clover shape, shiny gilt

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Clover Bustier and Maxi Skirt Set
1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Clover Bustier and Maxi Skirt Set

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Clover Bustier and Maxi Skirt Set

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black evening Bustier with clover buttons and maxi pencil

Category

1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Chunky Gold Ring, Size 6
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Chunky Gold Ring, Size 6

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Leaf Floral Clover Chunky Gold Ring, Size 6

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Very excellent condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. Come with original box and pouch. UK size: L / M. Signed on the back YSL, Made in F...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate

GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover earrings
GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover earrings

GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover earrings

By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

stones by Goossens with Swarovski crystals for Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1980's. Clip backs

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Late 20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover bracelet
GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover bracelet

GOOSSENS for YSL glass and Swarovski crystal clover bracelet

By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

stones made by Goossens with Swarovski crystals for Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1980's. Fits a

Category

Late 20th Century French Charm Bracelets

SAINT LAURENT Crystal Heart Clover Flower Silver Tone Choker Necklace
SAINT LAURENT Crystal Heart Clover Flower Silver Tone Choker Necklace

SAINT LAURENT Crystal Heart Clover Flower Silver Tone Choker Necklace

By Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

SAINT LAURENT antiqued silver tone choker necklace featuring clear crystal chains, a black resin

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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Clover Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare gold toned necklace featuring green-blue resin clovers and hearts

Category

20th Century French Link Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Brooch
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Brooch

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Heart Brooch

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover brooch featuring heart petals. This brooch consists of blue

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20th Century French Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Clover Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage clover clip-on earrings featuring resin heart petals in a gold tone

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Rhinestone Enamel Clover Heart Belt or Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent Rhinestone Enamel Clover Heart Belt or Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent Rhinestone Enamel Clover Heart Belt or Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Francisco, CA

Yves Saint Laurent rhinestone belt featuring four deep red enamel hearts forming a clover. Hook

Category

20th Century Unknown Belts

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Love Clover Brooch Pendant
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Love Clover Brooch Pendant

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Love Clover Brooch Pendant

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage massive clover brooch pendant featuring four large amber resin hearts

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20th Century French Necklace Enhancers

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Lucky Clover Flower Gripoix Cabochon Orange Ruby Crystals

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Hearts and Clover Scarf
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Hearts and Clover Scarf

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Hearts and Clover Scarf

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant and appealing silk scarf with hearts and clover motifs by YSL. The Navy and White colors

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1980s French Scarves

Gorgeous YSL Clover Earrings 1980
Gorgeous YSL Clover Earrings 1980

Gorgeous YSL Clover Earrings 1980

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Verviers, BE

Fabulous YSL Clover Earrings of the 80s. Gold-tone, orange, red and pink crystal, resin and metal

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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Heart Clover Resin Earrings
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Heart Clover Resin Earrings

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Heart Clover Resin Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Heart Clover Resin Earrings Measurements: Height: 1 4/8 inches

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

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Saint Laurent Clover For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact saint laurent clover you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gilt metal, 14k gold and gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 10 antique edition and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect saint laurent clover may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A saint laurent clover from Yves Saint Laurent and Mercedes Robirosa — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any saint laurent clover from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a crystal version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a heart cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a saint laurent clover, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Saint Laurent Clover?

The price for a saint laurent clover starts at $109 and tops out at $3,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $816.

Yves Saint Laurent for sale on 1stDibs

French designer Yves Saint Laurent pioneered “cross-design” in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize haute couture.

Saint Laurent was the first to launch a ready-to-wear label, YSL Rive Gauche Prêt-à-Porter. He was the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. Using traditional menswear fabrics and designs for women, Saint Laurent also literally cross-dressed, giving men and women alike chic pant suits, elegant tuxedo jackets and urban safari gear.

By blurring gender-specific design, Saint Laurent empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. Saint Laurent also consistently used Black models, like Mounia, Iman and Naomi Campbell, and he drew endless inspiration from different ethnicities and cultures, in no small part because of his Algerian roots.

Born to French parents in Oran, Algeria, in 1936, Saint Laurent went to Paris at age 17 to study fashion at the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. Just two years later, in 1955, his remarkable sketches were shown to Christian Dior, then the world’s reigning couturier, who hired him immediately.

Surprisingly soon thereafter, Dior publicly chose Saint Laurent as his successor, which sadly proved prescient when the fashion legend died unexpectedly, in 1957. A mere slip of a youth, the 21-year-old Saint Laurent was nevertheless up to the challenge. He shook the traditional couture clientele to its core with youthful silhouettes and styles like the A-line trapeze dress that hung with seeming effortlessness from the shoulders, the antithesis of the pinched waists and molded skirts that had been all the rage after the deprivations of World War II.

After a mandated spell in the torturous French military, Saint Laurent suffered a nervous breakdown and was dismissed by Dior in 1962. Out of the ashes rose the Age of Yves. With Pierre Bergé, his then-lover who became his lifelong business partner and friend, the designer founded Yves Saint Laurent YSL to encompass prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand.

His revolutionary Mondrian mini dress from 1965 is a core element of his fashion biography. It is a prime example of how Saint Laurent, an avid art lover and collector, looked to painters, from Goya to Picasso, Ingres to Matisse, for inspiration.

With its pure lines and hues, Mondrian’s ground-breaking 1935 color-block painting Composition C transmutes beautifully into a dress that is highly valued by collectors of contemporary fashion and widely copied commercially to this day. The design is the epitome of Saint Laurent’s aesthetic, requiring a meticulous hand-piecing of each color block so that, despite the body’s curves, the visual plane is as flat as a canvas when the garment is worn. Mondrian’s purity met its match in Saint Laurent.

“I am no longer concerned with sensation and innovation, but with the perfection of my style,” Saint Laurent said four years before retiring, in 2002. After a long period of ill health, he died at his home in Paris on June 1, 2008.

Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent evening dresses, shirts, handbags and other clothing and accessories today on 1stDibs.