Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
French
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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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels Leaf Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Silver-tone
White diamonds
Leaf design
Pavé setting
Silver finish
This comes as a single earring
Condition: Excellent
This pre-owned item is in near-perfect condition with no signs o...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings, 2010s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Roma, RM
A sophisticated pair of diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, dating to the 2010s, finely crafted in 18k gold and showcasing the Maison’s exceptional expertise in contemporary high...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Diamond Flower Earrings & Brooch Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisitely and meticulously handcrafted by the renown French maison Van Cleef & Arpels, this exceptional parure is fashioned in radiant 18 karat white gold and comprises a pair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Natural Sapphire and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Natural Sapphire and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Chandelier earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels set with cushion and oval sapphires and accented by pear, marquise, a...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum/Gold Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A fine pair of Sapphire, Diamonds, Platinum and Gold Flower Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, ca. 1940's.
Each delicately worked with sapphire blossoms and diamond leaves and stems.
...
Category
1940s French Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Sapphire Earrings 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfield, CT
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Sapphire Earrings 18K White Gold
These butterfly earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels are made in 18k gold and feature a butterfly motif set with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels French 1980 Diamond Pearl Alhambra Day-To-Night Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as floral quatrefoil shaped surmounts suspending South Sea pearl drops
Surmount and foliate cup are bead and prong set with round brilliant cut diamonds
Weighing approximate...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Snowflake Ear-clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Snowflake Earrings in platinum - small model. The earrigs are set with
170 round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approximately 6.70ct, colo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings hammered 18K rose gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings, hammered textured 18K rose gold. They weigh approximately 9.4 grams, and dimensions of approximately 1.5cm. These earrings feature the i...
Category
2010s Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS sweet Alhambra Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Van Cleef & Arpels lever-back earrings from the Alhambra collection feature the lucky clover design crafted in 18k yellow gold with beaded borders and set with blue tu...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow 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 ...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cosmos Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels 4-petal flower earrings from the iconic Cosmos collection feature a flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-...
Category
Early 2000s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. These stylish Parisian earrings by the storied jewelry house, Van Cleef & Arpels, have that je ne sais quoi… that out-on-the-town Fre...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cascade Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created for Van Cleef & Arpels Paris in the 1980s-1990s by the workshop of André Vassort, these 18K gold cascade earrings are set with approximately 4.00 carats of diamonds. Designed...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Hoop Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings In 18k Yellow Gold. Made in France.
The earrings set inside and out with round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approximately...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Orange Coral Yellow Gold Rose De Noël Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and feature beautifully carved petals in a soft pinkish-orange coral, presented in the sought-af...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra Blue Turquoise White Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous authentic Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the iconic Pure Alhambra feature the classic butterfly design with beaded edges crafted in 18k white gold and set with blue ...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection feature the lucky clover design crafted in 18k white gold and with set with 24 round brilliant-cut D-E...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Earrings
Description: These refined Van Cleef & Arpels earrings feature richly saturated cabochon sapphires totaling approximatel...
Category
20th Century American Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings In 18k White Gold. Made in France.
The earrings set inside and out with round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approximately ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels French 1960's 18K Gold Twisted Rope J-Hoop Ear-Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as yellow gold j-hoop forms
Fluted with twisted rope motif
Completed by hinged rose gold omega backs
With hinged internal hooks to add drop
Stamped with French hallmarks for...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels 3.00 Carat Diamond Huggie Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.00 carats.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
Circa 1970s
3/4 inch diameter
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Chrysoprase, Onyx & Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Chrysoprase, Onyx, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
Circa 1970s
Comes with its original pouch.
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian Heart 18K Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301506
Comes With Box Only
Date 2017
Model VCARN6BP00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Carnelian
Weight 2.38 g
Width 0.9 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K/ Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/ Green Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings
Year of Production: 2024
Made In: France
Materials: Green malachite & 18K yellow gold
Hallmarks: VCA 7...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Mother of Pearl Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Two Butterfly Diamond And Mother Of Pearl Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
These Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Earrings feature 18k rose gold, luminous mother-of-pea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 1950 Celestial Clips Stud Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Sapphire
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Stud clips on earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This is a beautiful pair of art deco clips earrings, created by the French jewelry hou...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$5,960 Sale Price / set
20% Off
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Coral Tulips 18k White Gold Brooch Earrings Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite rare authentic vintage Van Cleeff & Arpels floral suite consists of a pair of clip-on earrings and a matching brooch crafted in 18k white gold and set with natural ang...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Green Chrysoprase 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning and sophisticated vintage Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and vivid green chrysoprase and set with 22 brilliant-cut round diamonds w...
Category
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 2 Onyx Motifs Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra jewelry creations gather different-sized Alhambra motifs, coming together in a joyful dance. Inspired by the clover leaf, their asym...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels clip earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection, finely crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold featuring 2 signature clover motifs with a hammered gold finish and larg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Fancy Yellow Diamond Hoop Earrings Regular price
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These Van Cleef & Arpels double hoop earrings, created in the 1970s and pavé-set with over six carats of yellow diamonds and diamonds, all mounted in 18K gold. Each angled double hoo...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold 2 Motif Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels drop earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature a pair of lucky clover motifs inlaid with mother-o...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaves Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Leaf Earrings - lever back clip-on c.1970s / Made in France
Category
Late 20th Century French Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Hearts Diamond Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301659
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2016
RRP £6,400 Incl. Taxes / €7,550 Incl. Taxes / $7,250 Excl. Taxes
Model VCARN5PQ00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 4 motif Mother of Pearl 18K Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Rare Find & Investment
SKU 77701554
Comes With Full set ( Box & Card)
Date 2021
Model VCARD78900
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight Approxima...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1990s, these earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels are composed of diamonds and 18K gold. Each earring with omega clip back is designed as a stylized bow knot set with round...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Carnelian Clip Back Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are distinguished by their unique, timeless elegance. Inspired by the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Hoop Earrings 18k White gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Hoop Earrings In 18k White Gold. These hoops feature diamond inside out design. Bar-set with round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approxim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Sugilite Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredibly rare set of Van Cleef & Arpels earrings showcasing 2 Sugilite stones in the shape of the lucky alhambra motif set in 18k white gold. The e...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Diamond Heart Shape Earring Studs
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Heart Shape Earrings.
A fine vintage pair of earrings with the heart shape motifs typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set ...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Andre Vassort Vintage 18K Gold Coral And Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous vintage pair by Van Cleef & Arpels, crafted by renowned French jeweler André Vassort. Designed for pierced ears, each earring showcases a bold sculpted coral hoop accente...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$39,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Folie Des Pres Diamond & Sapphire Flower Earrings in 18kwg
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These whimsical Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA) earrings feature a dazzling diamond pavé sphere at the top, from which dangle alternating floral motifs crafted from vibrant purple and pink ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Mother-of Pearl 4 Motif Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels 4-motif drop earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature overlapping lucky clover motifs inlaid wi...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. Displaying iconic style, underscored by 2.16 carats of brilliant white diamonds (F color, VS clarity), meticulous gold-work, and sup...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trefle Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Simpsonville, SC
These exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Trefle Flower Earrings showcase the maison’s iconic floral artistry, reimagined with luminous contrast and timeless grace.
Crafted in 18k yellow ...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Pair of Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Rugby, England
Each set with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 22mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels and assay marks for 18K gold.
Each ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Pearl Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1980s, these Van Cleef & Arpels earrings are composed of Tahitian and South Sea pearls, 18K gold, and over 12 carats of diamonds. Each is designed as a Tahitian pearl...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
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.
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
$6,838 / set
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 in 18K wh...
Category
2010s American Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$80,000 Sale Price
20% Off
VCA Rose de Noel Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Sarasota, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Black MOP 'Rose de Noel' Ear Clip Earrings In 18k White Gold (Medium). The earrings feature flower design with 12 black mother of pearll petals and 18k white gold ...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
$32,000
Van Cleef & Arpels One of a Kind Les Jardins Diamond Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
Les Jardins tanzanite & diamond suite is a spectacular one-of-a-kind duo by Van Cleef & Arpels. With the Les Jardins collection, Van Cleef & Arpels draws on the art of ornamental gar...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Coral Yellow Gold Rose De Noël Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and feature beautifully carved white coral petals in the sought-after small model.
Made in Fra...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
$31,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels, France Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Flower Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of mid-century gold and diamond clip earrings designed as stylized flowers with reeded gold wire petals and diamond cluster centers, in platinum and 18k. Van Cleef & Arpels, P...
Category
1950s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Blue Enamel Ear Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Enamel Ear Clip Earrings In 18k Yellow Gold. The earrings feature small dome shaped hoop design, sprinkled with diamonds and blue enamel spots. There i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$24,000 / item
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Flower Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels diamond flower earrings beautifully capture the Maison’s timeless elegance and poetic craftsmanship. Fashioned in luxurious 18K white gold, eac...
Category
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$56,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 2 alhambra shape coral stones: 15mm each.
These earrings are made for not pierced ears, ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Earrings 3 Flowers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA 3 Flower Socrate Earrings
18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Diamond: 66 stones, 1.32 carats
sold complete with boxes and certificate of authenticit...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pery & Fils VCA Diamond Earrings Brooch Floral Set Gold 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
Van Cleef & Arpels (Pery & Fils Workshop) Diamond Brooch and Earrings Floral Suite in 18kt yellow and white gold, France, c. 1960s. A sculptural and quintessentially mid-century suit...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels earrings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Van Cleef & Arpels diamond earrings, from our inventory of 207, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 280 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider earrings by Yves Saint Laurent, Cartier, and Christian Lacroix. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $975 and tops out at $675,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $25,353.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024A few things are special about Van Cleef & Arpels. The French luxury jewelry maker is noted for its longstanding focus on technical virtuosity, artisanship and artistry. The maker is also known for its innovative designs. 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 innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet. Clients have also been drawn by the elegance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. Over the years, its pieces have drawn inspiration from current events, such as the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, the end of World War II and the 1960s interest in the Middle East and India. Shop a wide variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier are not the same. Although both are French and specialize in fine jewelry, they are different makers. Alfred Van Cleef and Salomon Arpels founded Van Cleef & Arpels, while Louis-François Cartier established Cartier. Explore a diverse assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels is from France. In 1905, the luxury jewelry house opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme, across from the Hôtel Ritz in Paris. Today, the company maintains its headquarters in the city. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Van Cleef & Arpels is so expensive because it is a well-known company that has a fantastic reputation. Van Cleef & Arpels are universally renowned for high quality jewelry with a focus on detail. High-profile fans of the French jewelry house over the years have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. Find an extraordinary range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels is popular because it has been focused on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry since the brand's early days. 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. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef has also gained very prominent fans over the years, which definitely contributes to its popularity. The house's clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich and Jacqueline Onassis. British royals, whom have long been influencers when it comes to jewelry and fashion, are among the world's countless devotees of Van Cleef's Alhambra collection. In the aughts, Reese Witherspoon was routinely photographed in her onyx Alhambra necklace. Sharon Stone and Mariah Carey were also seen sporting pieces from the collection. Find Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What the flower is on Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry varies. Artisans at the luxury jewelry house have drawn inspiration from several types of flowers over time, including roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and daisies. Floral designs are frequently set with gemstones at their center and feature glittering pavé petals. 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. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is so special because of the storied house’s focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style. Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, the jewelry house distinguishes itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones. The creativity of its designs and its unique innovations also make this luxury brand distinctive. 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. 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. Shop a selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Who wears Van Cleef & Arpels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Many notable people wear Van Cleef & Arpels. During the 1970s, celebrities like Françoise Hardy, Princess Grace of Monaco and Elizabeth Taylor helped make the luxury jewelry maker famous worldwide by sporting pieces from the Alhambra collection. Today, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Adele, Sienna Miller, Mariah Carey, Kate Middleton and many other celebrities step out wearing pieces made by the luxury jewelry house. Explore a selection of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell if a Van Cleef & Arpels is real, first look at the stamp. On real pieces, you will either see the full maker name, "Van Cleef & Arpels," or the abbreviation "VCA." Some replicas will only display the words "Van Cleef." Most pieces will also have a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information provided by trusted online resources.
Next, examine the details of your piece under a magnifying glass. Genuine Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry will be free of imperfections like soldering marks. If you spot any flaws, your jewelry is likely fake.
Because there are many convincing replicas, experts recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist you with authentication.
Shop a diverse assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To authenticate Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry, check for stamps. Authentic pieces will display either VCA or Van Cleef & Arpels plus a serial number, a metal hallmark and a trademark. Shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, the red stone is usually Brazilian carnelian, a type of semiprecious gemstone that typically comes from Greece and Asia. The luxury jewelry brand uses the stone in it’s Bouton d’or and Alhambra collections. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. 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 in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No single Van Cleef & Arpels stone is the most durable. A few stones commonly used by the jewelry maker compete for the title. Among them are carnelian, tiger's eye, onyx and agate. All four of these stones have a hardness rating of 7.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Keep in mind that how well you care for and store your jewelry, not just its materials, will impact its longevity. Following the care instructions provided by Van Cleef & Arpels can help your piece stand the test of time. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The most iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is arguably the Alhambra. It features 20 clover-shaped motifs. When it debuted in 1968, each clover was formed from gold and had gold beads around its edges. In 1971, the house began making the motif from colorful opaque hard stones, including malachite, lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, tiger’s-eye and turquoise. Many celebrities, like Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Mariah Carey and Kate Middleton, have sported the necklace over the years. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The Van Cleef & Arpels clover represents luck, fortune, health and love, according to the brand. This motif is famously seen in the iconic Alhambra collection, but the luxury jewelry house has used four-leaf clover motifs in designs since the 1920s. Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 6, 2024No, the Van Cleef & Arpels shape is not a cross. The iconic shape that has long dazzled Van Cleef jewelry lovers is actually a four-leaf clover, and it’s at the center of the house’s Alhambra collection. As a young man, Jacques Arpels, the nephew of one of the luxury house’s founders, was fascinated with the relationship that four-leaf clovers have shared with good fortune. His Alhambra motif pays tribute to the lucky charm but also references the quatrefoils so prevalent in the Moorish architecture of Spain's stately Alhambra palace, which is where the series gets its name. Explore a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The green stone on Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry varies by the piece. Often, the green gemstones are emeralds, but the luxury French jewelry house also creates pendants and other accessories that feature green malachite and tourmaline. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is fake, first look for markings. Authentic pieces will have the brand name or "VCA," a serial number, the hallmark of the metal and a trademark symbol. In addition, look at the clasps. Signs of soldering or poor quality hardware may indicate a replica. Find a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023No, you generally can’t wear Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets in the shower. Because chemicals in soaps, shampoos and other toiletries can damage and discolor precious metals and gemstones, it’s wise not to wear any jewelry while you bathe. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Van Cleef and Arpels bracelets.
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