Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold Frivole Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, CH
Adorable 18 karat white gold and diamond "Frivole" ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. Modern ring crafted in 18 karat white gold, the front designed as two sculpted flower motifs in differ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Frivole Between The Finger Ring VCARB67500
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold diamond ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Frivole collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between The Finger Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 0.37 CTW
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Fashion Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 0.37 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 141216 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Fashion Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 0.3...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Ring Size 52 (6)
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An exquisite expression of refined elegance, this Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole ring is crafted in 18 karat rose gold and designed in the coveted eight-flower motif, creating a bold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 0.43ct Diamond Frivole 8 Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Designed by Van Cleef & Arpels is this statement Frivole ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Flowers Frivole Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole collection. There are a total of 5 flowers and each diamond set flower petal is set with an assortment of round brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole between the Finger Ring, White Gold and Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This flower-shaped ring is designed with white gold and diamonds, the relief of the leaves makes the ring look even more natural than usual Frivole Between the Finger ring, white go...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Ring in White Gold with Diamonds VCARD31600
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Previously-owned Van Cleef Frivole Collection ring. The ring is a size 6 (US), made of 18K white gold, and weighs 3.40 DWT (approx. 5.29 grams). It also has 43 round D-F-color, IF-VV...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond White Gold between the Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels “Frivole” ring is crafted from 18K white gold and set with a total of 2.67 carats of diamonds that feature grade E color and VVS clarity.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Flower Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lucerne, CH
A charming floral ring from the iconic Frivole collection. This classic line was created by famous Jewelry House Van Cleef & Arpels and is inspired by the delicate beauty of nature...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18k WG Diamond, size 54, marked CL8068 VCA 750
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
This Van Clef & Arpels ring of creative design and alluring floral motif is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, designed as an open-end ring depicting a pair of botanically accurate, d...
Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Eight Flowers Frivole Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels 8 flowers Frivole ring. 18K gold with diamond. on each of the flower .
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Frivole Diamond Flower White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Frivole Diamond Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Between The Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Frivole Diamond Between The Finger Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Frivole Gemstone Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 8 flowers ring is a stunning example of the brand timeless elegance.
Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 8 Flower Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Frijole 8 Flower Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 8 brilliant round cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately .43ct Details: Weight: 1...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Between The Finger Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Frivole Diamond Between The Finger Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Between the Finger Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Frivole Diamond Between The Finger Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Between The Finger Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Frivole Diamond Between The Finger Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Frivole Between The Finger Ring VCARB67500
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold diamond ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Frivole collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Frivole Between The Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Code: COM2107 Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Description: 18k White Gold Diamond Frivole Between The Finger Ring Accompanied With: Box & Certificate Gender: Ladies UK Ring Size: N EU Ring...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Double Flowers Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Frivole double ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Double Flowers Ring In 18Kt Gold With VVS Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Frivole double ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18 Karat Gold French 8 Flower Frivole Cluster Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring designed as a sculptural cluster of eight blossoming flowers with heart shaped petals Each flower centers a round brilliant cut diamond Diamonds weigh approximately 0.43 carat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Gold Frivole Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Frivole Collection Ring by Van Cleef and Arpels, 18K Yellow Gold, with Coral Pedals and Further Accented with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Frivole’ 2.10ct Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This lovely ring by Van Cleef & Arpels features two diamond set flowers wrapping gently around the finger. One hundred and twelve round brilliant cut diamonds embellish the heart sha...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold 0.21 Ctw
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold 0.21 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 129664 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold 0.21 ...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lucerne, CH
Like whispers of spring's first bloom, Van Cleef & Arpels' Frivole® collection unveils another marvel in the form of a ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
A beautiful free flowing Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole ring in 18k yellow gold adorned with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds (.24ct) to enhance this classic design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels “Frivole” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and embellished with diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K White Gold Frivole Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Berlin, DE
Embodying the delicate poetry of a blooming garden, the Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole ring is a masterpiece of high jewelry artistry.
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Frivole Ring is the single flower ring it is signed numbered and comes with it's original box. The size is 1.51 cm in diameter weights 5.08 grams and is size 54 US 6.5. This F...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the iconic Frivole collection is made in 18k yellow gold and features a flower design set with 4 brilliant-cut round E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Frivole Gemstone Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Frivole 8 Flowers Ring.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between Statement Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between Statement Ring in 18k yellow gold Retail price: $6650 Our Price: $4982 Size – 54 (7 US) Excellent condition polished and serviced to have a pristi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between the Finger Diamond White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous rare between-the-finger ring from the iconic Frivole collection features a sparkling two flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with about 112 brilliant-cut ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Yellow Gold Between the Finger Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels between-the-finger ring from the iconic Frivole collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an elegant two flower design set with 4 brillia...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Frivole 18kt White Gold Earrings Mini Model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Frivole collection is a modern house signature built around heart-shaped petals arranged as a four-leaf flower, finished with a mirror-like “polished gold” surfac...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Bracelet in 18k White Gold 0.21 CTW
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Bracelet in 18k White Gold 0.21 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 127816 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Bracelet in 18k White Gold 0.21 ...
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Classic 11618 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Classic 11618 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold SKU: 126499 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Classic Country of Origin: Switzerla...
Steel, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' White Gold and Diamond Between the Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Authentic between-the-finger ring from Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' collection features a two flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with an estimated 2.10 carats of round b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' White Gold and Diamond Between-the-Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' between-the-finger ring centers on two mirror-polished 18 karat white gold flowers with whimsical heart-shaped petals set at center with sparkl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet, Mini Model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 'Frivole' bracelet crafted in mirror-polished 18 karat yellow gold and set with a single round brilliant cut diamond at the center weighing approximately...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow gold Frivole ring, crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring flower motifs, each set with a diamond (total approx. 0.43ctw VVS/FG).
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Gold Flower Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18K YELLOW GOLD DIAMONDS - approx. 0.20ctw RING SIZE - 6 MARKED: VCA, 750, 50, BL126115 CLARITY : VS COLOR : F-G WEIGHT : 11.7g
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Between-the-Finger Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Ring size: 52 (EURO), 7 (US) Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Frivole Diamond Gold Between The Finger Ring Features: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Gender: Womens Condition: Ex...
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold Between Finger Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k gold ring set with 0.24ctw of F/VVS diamonds. Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, for the frivole collection, the ring is a size 5.5 with the top measuring 33mm x 23mm.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between the Fingers Diamond Gold Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels 18k white gold flower ring from Frivole collection, featuring approximately 2.25ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size 50
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Frivole from Van Cleef & Arpels is a collection that lays out the label's deft craftsmanship and genius of crafting unique jewelry pieces.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole between the Finger Ring, White Gold and Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This flower-shaped ring is designed with white gold and diamonds, the relief of the leaves makes the ring look even more natural than usual Frivole Between the Finger ring, white go...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamond Small
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 7.25 - 55, Width: 2.20 mm Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small Exterior Color:...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamond Small
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 7.25 - 55, Width: 2.20 mm Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small Exterior Color:...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 5.25 - 50, Width: 16.00 mm Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small Exterior Color...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 5.25 - 50, Width: 16.00 mm Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Frivole 1 Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Small Exterior Color...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between the Finger Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Frivole from Van Cleef & Arpels is a collection that lays out the label's deft craftsmanship and genius of crafting unique jewelry pieces.
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond "Frivole" Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A feminine bouquet of eight polished yellow gold flower heads each centering a small white circular-cut diamond (8 stones weighing approximately 0.20 carats total) above scrolling sh...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
CHANEL black grained leather CLASSIC 11.12 MEDIUM Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic 11.12 Medium double flap bag in black grained calfskin Caviar leather epitomizes timeless elegance. Accented with silver-tone hardware, it features...
$59,500
H 8.67 in W 4.49 in D 2.49 in
Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
Rolex Platinum DateJust Presidential 15 Carat Diamond 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1988 Rolex Datejust Presidential in platinum featuring 15 carats of natural diamonds. Pave diamond dial and pink ruby hour markers. Emerald/baguette cut diamond bezel and bra...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire W...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
$2,990
Size: IT44 / Large
JOHN GALLIANO 2000's Vintage Gazette Newsprint Newspaper Maxi Dress Gown w. Slit
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage 2000's Newspaper print Pullover Has stretch Huge side slit IT44 Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 58, pit to pit 16 to 19, smallest of waist 1...
Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Verso Rouge Piment
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kelly 25 verso is in the Sellier style, with palladium hardware, and has tonal stitching, two straps with front toggle closure, and a single rolled handle, the interior is lined ...
Hermès Sac Cabas Herline Toto PM Black Navy Cotton Canvas Hand Bag Tote Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Toto bag (formerly Herline), small size, in black cotton canvas with navy and black cotton strap. The interior features a large zipped pocket and a silver-tone metal Clou de S...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z154777 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Con...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand Embroidered Beaded Cowl Back Evening Gown
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
perfect for bride, bridal, wedding Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier This is a 1:1 1990's Vintage Beige color with delicate f...
One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.
The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpels. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)
Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.
But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.
Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.
Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.