Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Dog Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
his item has been fully serviced by Hatton Jewels to be in excellent condition, with no signs of wear and comes with a Van Cleef & Arpels box and Van Cleef & Arpels authenticity card.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Ring And Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Ring And Earrings Set Circa 1965.
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Flower Earrings A pair of earrings featuring two very fine cabochon Colombian emeralds and round cut diamonds in a flower motif Emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Day & Night Sapphire Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dated 1971, these earrings measure 2.75 inches with the pendant and 1 inch without. They are signed by Van Cleef & Arpels and individually numbered.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Oiseaux de Paradis Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Approximate diamond weight 4.02 CTS. Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18K Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Materials: 113 round brilliant-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 4.00 carats); 18K Gold Gram Weight: 86 g. Signed: VAN CLEEF & ARPELS NY 4K773-1 C 18KT MADE IN FRANCE, maker's m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Camellia Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The meticulous stone setting reveals unparalleled expertise, bringing the diamonds to life. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels with a provided serial number, these earrings pay homage to M...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pear Shape Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Accompanied by their original box and two GIA reports verifying the quality of the central diamonds, these earrings are both a luxurious statement and a valuable addition to any fine...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Chrysoprase and Coral Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels maker's mark, French assay mark, VC-A MADE IN FRANCE, NY 5K6125 La Boutique Van Cleef & Arpels was established by Jacques and Pierre Arpels in 1954 to off...
Chalcedony, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Miroir Des Eaux" Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Miroir Des Eaux' Multi- gem and Diamond Necklace.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring set with a center oval cut sapphire and 24 baguette cut diamonds, Accompanied by an AGL certificat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels "Socrate" Diamond Bouquet Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Socrate" Diamond Bouquet Ring This ring has a flower bouquet motif with 132 diamonds (weighing approx., 2.9ct .
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Flower Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Diamond Weight - 2.73 CTS and 2.53 CTS Approximate Total Diamond Weight - 12.26 CTS Approximate Dimensions - 1.0" x 1.0" Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire and Diamond Myster Set Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Circa – 1955 Size – 7 Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Mystery-Set Sapphires and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds French Assay Marks Signed – Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold, Diamond, And Onyx Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold, Diamond, And Onyx Brooch.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Mid-Century Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A treasure of timeless glamour and storied provenance, this extraordinary necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels once belonged to the legendary Estée Lauder.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$6,901 / set
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Gold Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold hoop earrings with a graduated twisted rope pattern and a hinged clip-on mechanism, ca. 1970, signed VCA 78 750, numbered B3058R179 and with maker's mark.
18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold and Diamond Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Elegant white gold and diamond brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels in the form of a leaf, 1950s.
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef&Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry Watch – Co-Signed Baume & Mercier
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Specifications: • Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels / Baume & Mercier • Reference: 37056 • Period: Circa 1970 • Case Number: 557240 • Case: 18K yellow gold (750/1000) • Shape: Tonne...
Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 'Blue Gardenia' Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Height - 1.25", Width - 1.00" Approximate Diamond Weight - 3.66 CTS Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels, NY
Chalcedony, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1960s, these Van Cleef & Arpels lion clip earrings are formed of 18K gold and emeralds.
Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold – Signed Estate Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Color/Clarity: G-H, VS Certifications: VCA Letter of Authenticity Size: 6.89 inches Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels, French Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 86.0 grams Period: 1986 Con...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels gold bracelet, circa 1980.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Marked 18 carat yellow gold, numbered 'B2409R2', signed 'VCA', makers mark for Van Cleef & Arpels, approximately 32.2 grams in weight, circa 1980.
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Astrological Signs Vintage Rare 18K Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Rare and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Astrological Signs bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, dating to the 1970s–1980s period.
18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Platinum Pearl and Diamond Swirl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Van Cleef & Arpels earrings have lustrous pearls and sparkling diamonds in a swirl.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Gold and Ruby Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Austin, TX
A gorgeous and elegant pair of Van Cleef and Arpels 18K yellow gold square cufflinks set with rubies, early 1960's, New York.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
VCA Onyx and Diamond Ring. V Shape 18k Yellow Gold Signed Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designed for stacking or wearing alone, this ring is a testament to the brand’s timeless appeal and craftsmanship. As a signed Van Cleef & Arpels creation, this ring carries the...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef And Arpels Carnelian Chrysoprase Sautoir Necklace and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: Necklace: 26" long Earrings: 1.5" long Back Type: clip on Signed, Van Cleef & Arpels New York with maker’s marks and serial number Made Circa 1970
Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels 18k yellow gold wristwatch.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum/Gold Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Clips in gold signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered. With French maker's mark and assay marks.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Signs Astrology Vintage 18K Gold Anchor Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Rare and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Astrological Signs bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, dating to the 1970s–1980s period.
18k Gold
Exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 7.77ct Ruby Ring with 4.00ct Diamond Halo — Signed
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Expertly crafted in platinum, the ring showcases the timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship for which Van Cleef & Arpels is renowned. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels , this p...
Diamond, Ruby
Van Cleef & Arpels Certified Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Certified Sapphire & Diamond Ring An 18 karat gold ring set with a oval cut heated Ceylon sapphire weighing approximately 15 carats encircled by 42 round ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Gold Bracelet by Georges Lenfant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Details Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Workshop: Georges Lenfant Period: Circa 1960s Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stones: Cabochon Turquoise Length: 7 inches Weight: 50.9 grams Signed:...
Turquoise, Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Pearl Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A classic and highly wearable jewel, this ring embodies the understated sophistication and enduring luxury for which the celebrated French Maison is renowned. Signed - Van Cleef & A...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum Diamond and Mystery-Set Ruby Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A rare and collectible jewel, embodying the innovation, elegance, and heritage synonymous with VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. Circa - 1960 Size - 5/51 Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K White Gold and, Diamond Snowflake Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Framed by rivers of brilliance, it evokes the fleeting beauty of falling snow—an irresistibly romantic expression of VAN CLEEF & ARPELS’ timeless artistry. Circa - 1980s Approximate...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Round Brilliant and Baguette Cut Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Total Diamond Weight Approximately - 29 CTS Circa - 1960's Approximate Length - 6.5" Width - .38" Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Platinum
$152,000Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise, and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The necklace and earrings are adorned with round cut diamonds, beautifully complemented by cabochon angel skin coral and vibrant turquoise, creating a striking contrast that enhances...
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Van Cleef & Arpels Amethyst Drop Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 1980s Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Amethyst Drop Necklace Featuring a charming and colorful 1980s NY Boutique Pendant from Van Cleef & Arpels fully signed and numbered.
Amethyst
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Emerald Cut, Baguette and Round Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Diamond Weight - 40.00 CTS French Assay Marks Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum Mystery-Set Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Circa - 1970s Collection - Mystery Set Approximate Sapphire weight - 52.00 CTS Approximate Diamond Weight - 6.50 CTS Approximate Length - 6.34" French Assay Marks Signed - Van Cleef ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels sapphire ring, French, circa 1954.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
The total approximate sapphire weight is 2.15 carats, to an impressive flanked solitaire design with polished edges, a stylised gallery and open backholing, the broad integrated shou...
Sapphire, Platinum
$71,644Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels 5.40 Carat Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and onyx suite, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold circa 1980, comprising a necklace and matching ear clips, each signed...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum Mystery-Set Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Circa - 1980s Collection - Mystery-Set French Assay Marks Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Ring. V Shape 18k Yellow Gold Signed VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designed for stacking or wearing alone, this ring is a testament to the brand’s timeless appeal and craftsmanship. As a signed Van Cleef & Arpels creation, this ring carries the...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire, Rock Crystal, Diamond and Enamel Sautoir
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Striking and highly artistic, this Van Cleef & Arpels sautoir is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases an elegant interplay of sapphire beads, carved rock crystal, pav...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Art Deco Diamond & Ruby Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The ring is further enhanced by invisibly set 20 square cut rubies. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: 18K White Gold Gemstones: Center Diamond: Old European Cut approx...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Mid-Century Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Item #: R-22355 Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels Country: France Circa: 1944 Materials: 1 old mine-cut diamond (weighing approximately 1.50 carats); 4 old mine-cut diamonds (approximate to...
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magnolia Flower Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Combine to Create Stylized Magnolia Flower Earrings, Sprouting Delicate Diamond Details. Signed - VCA NY
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1963 Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Pearls Twist Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in 18k yellow gold with Turquoise beads and cultured Pearls. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Circa 1963 The necklace measures 18 inches long.
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Crescent Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These crescent-shaped hoop earrings feature a flowing, sculptural design set with pavé brilliant-cut diamonds. The curved form and precise setting create a graceful interplay of ligh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond and Emerald Necklace with Detachable Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A luminous and highly refined floral composition from VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, this elegant necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold and articulated as a continuous garland of blossoming fl...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Turquoise, Sapphire, and Diamond Flower Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Circa - 1960s Approximate Diamond weight - 2.00 CTS French Assay and Maker’s Marks Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Starburst Earrings, 1940s – Platinum
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Color/Clarity: G-I, VS-SI Certifications: VCA Service Paper Size: 1.25 in. Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: Platinum Weight: 26.44 grams Period: 1940s Radiating glamour from the ...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Mid-century Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1950s, the Van Cleef & Arpels Paris ruby and diamond clip earrings were manufactured by Pery & Fils.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum 6-Row Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Circa - 1970s Approximate Length - 6.5", Width - 0.75" Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Indian Inspired Day & Night Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Indian Inspired Day & Night Earrings A pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings set with 80 round cut diamonds, 16 round cut rubies, and 8 emerald beads Sig...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Green Chalcedony, Coral and Diamond Tassel Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant expression of 1970s glamour, this striking long necklace by VAN CLEEF & ARPELS pairs luminous green chalcedony with softly blushed coral, each bead accented by diamond-set ...
Chalcedony, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, 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.
Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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These flowers will never wilt.
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