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Van Cleef and Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Certificate. Original Van Cleef and Arpels box. VCA Boutique in GENEVE
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21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Lapis Yellow Gold Shirt Stud Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
set. Van Cleef and Arpels box included. 4 1/2 tubes blue lapis, 12.9 x 5.3 x 3 18k yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco Enamel and Gilt Box by Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Art Deco style enamel and gilt metal box made by French Jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels circa 1930s
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Van Cleef and Arpels Gold and Diamond Minaudière Box Clutch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Circa 1960's VCA Minaudière Diamond Clasp Includes Smaller Pill Box Also Signed and Numbered. The
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Vintage 1960s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere Makeup Box A silver makeup box with a rose gold and pave
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere
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W 4.75 in L 6 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby and Gold Minaudiere
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels ruby & gold compact makeup box, 2 cabochon rubies on top. Inside the box
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Vintage 1970s French Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Gold

Van Cleef And Arpels PillBox 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpels Woven 18k Yellow Gold Pillbox Dimensions: 1 1/2" x 1" Signed and Numbered
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Vintage 1960s American Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Diamond and Bakelite Minaudière
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Diamond and Bakelite Minaudière Makeup Box Made of Bakelite and
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Vintage 1940s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef And Arpels 18k yellow gold and diamond compact.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef And Arpels 18k yellow gold and diamond compact. Made in France. The compact features
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Mid-20th Century French Artist Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Black Enamel, and Orange Gemstone Compact
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
around the exterior of the box along with orange stones on the ends . Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, Numbered
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21st Century and Contemporary French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Necessaire Basket Weave Case
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An impeccably crafted Necessaire compact case by Van Cleef & Arpels. It has a special basket weave
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Late 20th Century American Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Necessaire Basket Weave Case
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Necessaire Basket Weave Case
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W 2.18 in D 0.75 in L 3.5 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby and Gold Minaudiere
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Gold Compact Makeup Box, 2 cabochon rubies on top. Inside the box
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Vintage 1970s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Darnestown, MD
Van Cleef and Arpels pear shaped diamond earrings that are the ultimate in elegant simplicity. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings
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W 0.69 in L 0.88 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl And Diamond Ring, Crafted In 18k Yellow Gold. The center of this statement
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Late 20th Century French Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1932 Art Deco Mechanical Desk Clock Box Sterling Silver
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco mechanical box clock designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. This is an extremely rare
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Pendant Large Model Box And Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
brooch comes with the original box and papers. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Large "Snowflake" Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Snowflake Diamond Pendant Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels Sparkling with light, the Snowflake High
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Emerald Frivole Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
creations by Van Cleef & Arpels stand out with their graphic and airy aesthetic. Mirror-polished 18K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of
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20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
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W 1 in L 1.25 in
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Cosmos' Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
original box and valuation paper from Van Cleef & Arpels.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 53142 watch. Pierre Arpels Square 26mm wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Van Cleef & Arpels Watch Pierre Arpels Square 53142 Tank. Condition: Shows some wear. Will
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20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
interested buyers. The earrings include the original Van Cleef & Arpels box. The overall weight of the pair
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings
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H 0.8 in W 0.5 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels's abstract designs are equally sublime and elegant as their famous flowers. The
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Cosmos' Large Model Ring Box And Papers Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Cosmos' Large Model Ring Box And Papers Yellow Gold. Diamond 'Cosmos
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Hematite Malachite Cufflinks Original Box Receipt
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An original pair of cufflinks by VAN CLEEF & ARPELS with changeable hematite and malachite sections
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1990s Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Hematite, Malachite, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
. Measurements: 1.25" long Signed, Van Cleef & Arpels & numbered Accompanied with a signed box Metal Type
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels La Minaudiere silver clutch with fabric case
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Braintree, GB
La Minaudiere Van Cleef & Arpels silver clutch with fabric case. Hallmarked with Minerva silver
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Vintage 1920s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels "Socrate" Collection Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the "Socrate" collection features a floral bouquet crafted white
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Black Diamond and Onyx Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bethesda, MD
♦ Designer / Hallmarks: Van Cleef & Arpels ♦ Metal:  18 karat ♦ Gem stone: 20 Diamonds = .60 carats
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Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 'Heritage Collection' Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
From Van Cleef & Arpels 'Heritage Collection' diamond bracelet, designed as an alternating 14
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Late 20th Century French Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k WG Myanmar Unheated Pink Sapphire Diamond Elysees Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
: Approximately 9.00×7.25×4.50mm ■ Accessories: Van Cleef & Arpels box, case, VCA repair receipts (February 2019
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Early 2000s French More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Two Butterfly Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace Box & COA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Baltimore, MD
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Two Butterfly Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace Metal: 18k white gold Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Floral Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18 Karat, with Original VCA Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef and Arpels Floral Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with an Original VCA
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20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx and Diamond Ring 18kt YG COA Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Diego, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Ring Style: Bezel Set Ref. number: JAO***** Metal
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Coral Butterfly Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Vintage 18k Yellow gold Coral Motif Butterfly Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. The ring is
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Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond and Textured Gold Bracelet, ca. 1940s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond 18k Gold Bracelet, ca. 1940s A very chic and well wearable diamond
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Gold 38mm Charms Watch 2572115 With Box & Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
full set of original Van Cleef & Arpels accessories, including box, certificate papers, literature, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Chalcedony, Diamond and Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Behold a masterpiece from Van Cleef & Arpels' iconic Butterfly Collection, a pair of earrings from
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Early 2000s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k Gold & Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Vaughan, CA
Stunning Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra ring. Dark green Alhambra with central diamond set in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef&Arpels D0.36ct 93P D3.26ct 18K White Gold Cosmos Large Model Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
) ■Top Size: W26mm × H26mm / W1.02inch × H1.02inch (Approx) ■Comes with: Van Cleef & Arpels Box, Case
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2010s French More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
come with Van Cleef & Arpels box and a service paper from a VCA store in NYC. Details: Measurements
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20th Century French Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1950 Pill box Pendant Charm In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Pill box pendant designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. A very unusual pill box pendant, created by the
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Vintage 1950s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Cosmos" earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels in gold and diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Evoking the grace and sophistication of 1950s jewelry, Van Cleef & Arpels earrings are a treasure
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

"Cosmos" earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels in gold and diamonds
"Cosmos" earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels in gold and diamonds
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1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
stud set come with the original Van Cleef & Arpels suede box. Chevron pattern set with round sapphires
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Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 'Twist' Turquoise and Pearl Bracelet, Circa 1965
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A Van Cleef & Arpels 'Twist' turquoise and pearl bracelet, circa 1965. The bracelet is designed as
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Chalcedony 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
. Comes with Van Cleef & Arpels ring box.
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Van Cleef & Arpels Infini Etoile Diamond Band
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A brushed platinum band set with three diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels. This particular ring is
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Late 20th Century French Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Brooch or Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
. Dimensions: 1.3in x 1.65in (3.3cm x 4.2cm) The brooch comes with the original box. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond White Gold Socrate Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This dazzling Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the impressive Socrate collection features a delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Alhambra collection. The central
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Diamond White Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas wristwatch is crafted in 18k white gold, pave-set with
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Button Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Button Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 34 Round Brilliant cut
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Arno collection. The dress ring
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Frivole 18K Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-2209 Brand Van Cleef Arpels Model
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2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus Diamond Earrings White Gold New York Box Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus medium model clip-on diamond earrings in rhodium-plated 18kt white
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2010s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels VCA Perlee Alhambra Gold Diamonds Full set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Trèfles (or Alhambra) bracelet, medium model, in yellow gold and diamonds
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2010s French Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and 18kt Yellow Gold Bracelet, circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elegance knows no bounds in this breathtaking bracelet, a testament to Van Cleef & Arpels' enduring
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20th Century French Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 16 motifs Magic Alhambra tiger eye and carnelian
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
vary from one creation to another Comes complete with presentation box Van Cleef & Arpels.
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2010s Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Band Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
with beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels ring box and outer box.
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Van Cleef And Arpels Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact van cleef and arpels box you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a van cleef and arpels box from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing van cleef and arpels box — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef & Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any van cleef and arpels box from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. Finding a van cleef and arpels box for sale for women should be easy, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Van Cleef And Arpels Box?

Prices for a van cleef and arpels box can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,600 and can go as high as $57,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $10,825.

Van Cleef & Arpels for sale on 1stDibs

One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.

The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpels. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)

Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.

But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.

Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.

Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Van Cleef & Arpels is so expensive because it is a well-known company that has a fantastic reputation. Van Cleef & Arpels are universally renowned for high quality jewelry with a focus on detail. High-profile fans of the French jewelry house over the years have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. Find an extraordinary range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.