Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARO49N00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold carnelian long necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from their Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic 4-leaf clover motif pendant set wi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding the timeless elegance synonymous with the legendary French maison, this exquisite vintage dome ring by Van Cleef & Arpels is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship. M...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels The New York Diamond Platinum Wedding Band
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels wedding band from the chic New York collection is crafted in polished platinum and accented with a solitaire round brilliant-cut E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Lotus Between-the-Finger Diamond White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning authentic Van Cleef & Arpels ring is crafted in 18k white gold and features a gorgeous lotus flower design set with 127 brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds...
Diamond, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Carnelian Tiger Eye 6-Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection features a 6-motif design of beaded clovers crafted in 18k white gold and set with 3 carnelia...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Guilloche Long Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant Magic Alhambra Long Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This iconic design features the Maison's oversized A...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Lucky Alhambra 4 Motif Bracelet VCARD79600
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k yellow gold, Lucky Alhambra bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet features a malachite leaf motif, a mother-of-pearl clover motif, a tiger's eye butterfly mot...
18k Gold, Yellow 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 colors with 5 bleu agate stones. Comes with VCA box and VCA original certificate. ...
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 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. The bracelet is made up of 5 of the iconic clover motifs, each set with a beaded ...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Lucky Spring 15 Motif Necklace VCARP7RT00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k rose gold, Lucky Alhambra 15 motif necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Spring collection. The necklace features a 15 motif, with a variety of motifs including 3 ca...
Carnelian, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$18,880Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings in 18K Rose Gold 1.50 Carats
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and highly desirable pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Almyre earrings, crafted in 18K rose gold and set with brilliant white diamonds. Pieces from the Almyre line are seldom ava...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Carnelian Long Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant Magic Alhambra Long Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This timeless design features the Maison's iconic ov...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon Diamond Pave Butterfly White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant De Papillon Butterfly Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K white gold. This refined design features a graceful butterfly p...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: A rare Vintage Alhambra necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K white gold. This exceptional piece features the Maison's iconic Alhambra motif s...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 2023 Holiday Alhambra Silver Obsidian Rose Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Holiday Alhambra Silver Obsidian Rose Gold Pendant Necklace – 18K Rose Gold (Au750) Total Weight: 6.5 grams Silver Obsidian Gemstone Clover Silver obsidian ...
Quartz, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARO3MG00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold malachite long necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from their Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic 4-leaf clover motif pendant set wi...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Carnelian Pendant Long Rose Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Magic Alhambra Carnelian Pendant Long Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra necklace crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing an elega...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Pavé Diamonds 18K White Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33302044 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2024 RRP £ 9,650 Including taxes/ € 11,400 Including taxes/$ 11,600 Excluding taxes Model VCARD31800 Serial Number JG5107** Metal 1...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Carnelian & Diamond Vintage Alhambra Ring 53 VCARD40800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The ring features a four-leaf clover motif with a carnelian inlay, complemented by a beaded ...
Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$60,800Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Malachite 18K Gold Suite Necklace Bracelet Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and complete Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra suite, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and set with rich green malachite, one of the maison’s most recognizable and sought...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
A refined and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant necklace, crafted in solid 18K white gold (Au750) and set with a vibrant natural turquoise motif. The...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clovers Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your personal collection with this exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clovers bracelet, a sophisticated masterpiece crafted from lustrous 18k white gold. This iconic pie...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Carnelian Tiger Eye Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels 2-motif drop earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature lucky clover motifs set with tiger's eye ...
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus 3.29 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus 3.29 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings From the iconic Lotus Collection by Van Cleef & Arpels, these elegant large earrings are finely crafted i...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18K Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301481 Comes With Box Only Date 2014 RRP £2,550 Incl. Taxes / €3,000 Incl. Taxes / $2,800 Excl. Taxes Model VCARN6BO00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Carneli...
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
With the Pure Alhambra jewelry creations designed in 2001, Van Cleef & Arpels offers a new interpretation of the Alhambra symbol. Inspired by the clover leaf, they give pride of plac...
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Long Necklace Silver Obsidian & 18K
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Chester, PA
An Ultra-Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Collector’s Masterpiece For the true Van Cleef collectors — this is the necklace you know you simply cannot walk into a boutique and buy. Reserved o...
Other, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Onyx MOP 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 onyx and ...
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Sweet Alhambra Six Motif Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisboa, PT
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra six-motif bracelet, crafted in 18 kt white gold and set with diamonds. An elegant interpretation of the Maison’s iconic Alhambra design, the bra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque medal Leonis 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2517 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2024 RRP £2,280 Incl taxes/ $ 2,430 Excl taxes / 2 610 € Incl taxes Model VCARP7SO00 Serial Number JF****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold We...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sweet Hearts Carnelian Diamond 18k Rose Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Sweet Hearts collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and accented with 4 red carnelian hearts and a center brilliant-cut round D-E-...
Carnelian, Diamond, Rose Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 5 motif bracelet in guilloche gold and diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in 18K yellow gold and Diamonds. This VCA bracelet in guilloché 18K yellow gold and diamonds. Comes with makers box and a recen...
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Flying Butterfly Between the Finger Diamond White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular Van Cleef & Arpels between-the-finger ring is crafted in 18k white gold and features a gorgeous flying butterfly design set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 ...
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301469 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 RRP £5,650 Incl. Taxes/ €6,500 Incl. Taxes / $5,650 Excl. Taxes Model VCARO85500 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k White Gold S...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings gold and Mother-of-pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings in 18K yellow gold with white mother-of-pearl. Beautiful, classic investment piece. Clip back with detachable stem in 18K yellow gold, o...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41300
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A timeless 18k yellow gold onyx bracelet, from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 iconic clover motifs, each set with a beaded edge...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloche 5 Motif 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K white gold. This timeless design features five iconic Alhambra motif...
18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra 3-Motif Chalcedony MOP White Gold 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 chalcedon...
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Yellow Gold Green Malachite Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare stunning long necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arpels is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 16 lucky clover motifs with round bead settin...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Ring Size 52 VCARO3AV52
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold malachite ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Magic Alhambra collection. The ring features the iconic 4-leaf clover motif with a mother of pearl inlay, complemente...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cosmos Onyx Diamond Medium Model Ring. Sz 51
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the enchanting Cosmos collection features a flower design crafted in 18k white gold and black onyx petals and set with round brilliant-cut ...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Green Malachite 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection features the classic bead-edged lucky clover design crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with green m...
Malachite, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Sweet Alhambra 6 Motif Bracelet VCARO85700
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Sweet Alhambra Collection. Comprises of 6 iconic 4-leaf clover motifs, each pavé set with a diamond inlay, complemented ...
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An exquisite Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, expertly crafted in solid 18K white gold. This elegant design features the Maison's iconic Alhambra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Diamond Pave White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An exquisite Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, expertly crafted in solid 18K white gold. This elegant design features five iconic Alhambra motifs ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 2018 Holiday Edition Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: A highly collectible 2018 Holiday Limited Edition Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This rare annual...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Cultured Pearl Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Cultured Pearl Bracelet Brand & Hallmarks: Stamped Van Cleef & Arpels; NY; 750 with serial numbers. Materials: Sol...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 2025 Holiday Pendant Pink Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33302214 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2025 Model VCARPMOP00 Serial Number JG7158** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Mother of Pearl, Diamond Weight 6.37 g Length 42 cm Width 1...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301959 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2009 Model VCARB87000 Serial Number BL2135** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Turquoise Weight 5 g Length 42 cm Width 1.5 cm Condition E...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus Openwork Mini Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
An elegant Lotus Mini necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K white gold. Inspired by the graceful beauty of the lotus flower, this refined design is adorned...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Black Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: A striking Magic Alhambra Long Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, expertly crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This elegant design features the Maison's iconic oversi...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bonheur Solitaire Ring Size 51 0.40ct E/ VVS2
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful platinum diamond ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Bonheur collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a four claw setting with a weight of 0...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra Butterfly Mother of Pearl 18K Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant Lucky Alhambra Butterfly pendant necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, beautifully crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This refined piece features a graceful butt...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Charms" large Diamond and Rose Gold Wrist Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Van Cleef & Arples "Charms" Collection Wrist Watch, 32 M.M 18k Rose Gold 2 Piece water resistant case, 3 Row Diamonds Bezel totaling 2 Carats with dangling Diamond set Alh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 6 Motifs Necklace Carnelian Tiger Eye
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33302199 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2013 RRP £10,700 Incl. Taxes / €12,600 Incl. Taxes / $12,800 Excl. Taxes Model VCARN5JP00 Serial Number JB0328** Metal 18k Yellow...
Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pave 1 Motif Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An elegant Vintage Alhambra 1 motif pendant necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K gold. This refined piece features the Maison’s iconic cl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$132,000Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels 8 Carat Diamond Folie des Prés Floral Dangle Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Folie des Prés flower dangle earrings are masterfully crafted in 18k white gold, featuring a total of 8 carats of brilliant natural diamonds. R...
Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels 2016 Holiday Vintage Alhambra Diamond Black Onyx 18K Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: A highly collectible 2016 Holiday Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K rose gold. This limited-edition design featur...
Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pave 18 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and accented with brilliant pavé-set natural diamonds. Featuring the maison’s iconic clover-inspir...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
These flowers will never wilt.
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.