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Vintage 18k Yellow Gold "Van Cleef & Arpels" Ring with Original Box - Size 8.75
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold "Van Cleef & Arpels" Ring with Original Box - Size 8.75

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold "Van Cleef & Arpels" Ring with Original Box - Size 8.75

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This vintage 18k yellow gold band from "Van Cleef & Arpels" comes with the original box. Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings

$34,000

W 0.69 in L 0.88 in

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Darnestown, MD

color; VVS1 quality. Backs are clips and posts. Sold in the original Van Cleef presentation box.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

bracelet measures 19cm long and it comes with full certificate and the original Van Cleef box. Gemstone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond dress ring, circa 1950.
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond dress ring, circa 1950.

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond dress ring, circa 1950.

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

gold, marked to interior 'V.C.A. NEW YORK 18K FRANCE, circa 1950, accompanied by original Van Cleef

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Van Cleef & Arpels Petillante Necklace and Earrings Suite
Van Cleef & Arpels Petillante Necklace and Earrings Suite

Van Cleef & Arpels Petillante Necklace and Earrings Suite

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

expressive beauty. Together, the set weighs 23 dwt and is presented with its original Van Cleef & Arpels box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set

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

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Earrings Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly rose gold diamonds
Earrings Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly rose gold diamonds

Earrings Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly rose gold diamonds

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Berlin, DE

original Van Cleef & Arpels box and all accompanying documentation, guaranteeing authenticity and making it

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels 6.80 Carat LARGE SIZE Pendant Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels 6.80 Carat LARGE SIZE Pendant Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels 6.80 Carat LARGE SIZE Pendant Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Chicago, IL

accompanied by its original Van Cleef & Arpels box. A timeless and highly collectible jewel from one of

Category

2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Rope-Work Cross Brooch (c. 1980s)
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Rope-Work Cross Brooch (c. 1980s)

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Rope-Work Cross Brooch (c. 1980s)

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Braintree, GB

proportions remain clean and wearable. Supplied with the original Van Cleef & Arpels presentation box

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Pave Earrings, circa 1980
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Pave Earrings, circa 1980

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Pave Earrings, circa 1980

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

There is nothing more exquisitely French and opulent than a Van Cleef & Arpels classic diamond pavé

Category

20th Century French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Palmyre Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Palmyre Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Palmyre Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Chicago, IL

: Original Van Cleef & Arpels presentation box With over 20 carats of dazzling diamonds, these spectacular

Category

2010s French Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

price. Comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels pendant box and outer box. All our photos are taken with

Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Diamond Heart Shape Earring Studs
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Diamond Heart Shape Earring Studs

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Diamond Heart Shape Earring Studs

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

. A rare and top grade pair Van Cleef & Arpels earrings. They come with original Van Cleef & Arpels

Category

20th Century French Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Model Diamond Alligator Band White Gold Watch
Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Model Diamond Alligator Band White Gold Watch

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Model Diamond Alligator Band White Gold Watch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

, still has protective plastic on some metal parts. Includes Original Van Cleef & Arpels Box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

. Comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels ring box and outer box. All our photos are taken with a macro

Category

20th Century French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Fleurette Flower 18k Gold Ring
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Fleurette Flower 18k Gold Ring

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Fleurette Flower 18k Gold Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

Fleurette ring. Comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels ring box and outer box. All our photos are taken

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 18932 B2 watch. 18k Gold VCA Classique Diamond Bezel.
Van Cleef and Arpels 18932 B2 watch. 18k Gold VCA Classique Diamond Bezel.

Van Cleef and Arpels 18932 B2 watch. 18k Gold VCA Classique Diamond Bezel.

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

little to no wear. New Battery installed. Original Van Cleef and Arpels Box Details: 21mm round case

Category

20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

, excellent condition. A top grade, rare vintage piece. Comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels ring box

Category

20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

professionally polished and cleaned, excellent condition. Comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels ring box and

Category

20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mini Cross Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earring Studs
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mini Cross Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earring Studs

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mini Cross Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earring Studs

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

original Van Cleef & Arpels earring box. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to show the true

Category

20th Century French Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Birmingham, GB

polished and cleaned, excellent condition. A top grade, rare vintage piece. Comes with original Van Cleef

Category

20th Century French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Recent Sales

Vintage Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bag
Vintage Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bag

Vintage Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bag

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 8.75 in

Vintage Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bag

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

comes with the original Van Cleef & Arpels box!

Category

20th Century Shoulder Bags

Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch VCARO3GL00
Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch VCARO3GL00

Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch VCARO3GL00

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

with original Van Cleef & Arpels Box and Papers (dated) 18 Karat Rose Gold Case & Buckle Diamond

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Miniaudiere

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

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

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

1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Makeup Purse
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Makeup Purse

1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Makeup Purse

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

with mirror, hair comb and two compartments signed by Van Cleef and Arpels. Circa 1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Ring Mother-Of-Pearl Original Box
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Ring Mother-Of-Pearl Original Box

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Ring Mother-Of-Pearl Original Box

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra It comes with the original Box Round

Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Five Row 6.70 Carat Diamond Band with Original Box, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Five Row 6.70 Carat Diamond Band with Original Box, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Five Row 6.70 Carat Diamond Band with Original Box, 18k Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

An elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Five Row 6.70 carat Diamond Band with Original Box. Made in 18 Karat

Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Wedding Band Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Wedding Band Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Wedding Band Platinum

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, England

. Dimensions: 2.5mm wide. Gross weight: 4.14g. This ring is accompanied by a Van Cleef & Arpels original box

Category

20th Century British Band Rings

Materials

Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cosmos Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cosmos Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cosmos Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bethesda, MD

• Diamond: Center diamond .29cts, total diamond weight 1.50cts D-F VVS • Packaging: Original Van Cleef

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Diamond Band
Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Diamond Band

Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake Diamond Band

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

. This piece is a size 5 and comes in its original Van Cleef & Arpels box. Perfect for any Van Cleef

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New Orleans, LA

-twist band completes this ring's design. Accompanied by its original Van Cleef & Arpels box. Marked

Category

20th Century French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

bracelet measures 19cm long and it comes with full certificate and the original Van Cleef box. Gemstone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Choker Necklace.
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Choker Necklace.

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Choker Necklace.

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color Total weight 10ct This necklace comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels

Category

20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Butterfly Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Butterfly Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Butterfly Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Mayfair, London, London

comes complete with an original Van Cleef & Arpels presentation box and our own certificate of

Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Platinum Cufflinks

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Platinum Cufflinks

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Geneva, CH

, maker's marks, numbered, French assay marks, terminal lengths 0.55 inch. - 0.67 inch. Original Van Cleef

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Button Pendant Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Button Pendant Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Button Pendant Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Boca Raton, FL

includes the original Van Cleef box. 

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Pearls of Gold Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Pearls of Gold Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Pearls of Gold Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Pearls of Gold AGE 2022 GENDER Women's ACCOMPANIED BY Van Cleef & Arpels Box, Certificate and Original

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Gold

Coral and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels
Coral and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

Coral and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Aspen, CO

18K yellow gold,platinum with center coral button accented with diamonds, by Van Cleef & Arpels

Sapphire and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels
Sapphire and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

Sapphire and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Aspen, CO

Button style earrings studded with fine round natural sapphires accented with diamonds. Van Cleef

Category

Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Butterfly Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Butterfly Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Butterfly Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Chicago, IL

added if desired. Signed, Numbered and accompanied by the original van Cleef presentation box.

Category

2010s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

remain sophisticated and demure. Signed “Van Cleef & Arpels” with original box. Currently clips, a post

Category

Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace
Van Cleef and Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet VCARN9T300
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet VCARN9T300

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet VCARN9T300

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Mayfair, London, London

a Van Cleef & Arpels presentation box, original sales invoice and papers, both dated October 2019.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Van Cleef & Arpels box and original papers!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ten Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Ten Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Ten Motif Mother-of-Pearl Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Boca Raton, FL

length Clasp: Lobster claw Total Weight: 26g (16.6dwt) Additional Details: This item comes with Van Cleef

Category

2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Burma Sapphire Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, 5.54 Carats
Burma Sapphire Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, 5.54 Carats

Burma Sapphire Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, 5.54 Carats

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New Orleans, LA

. This ring comes in its original Van Cleef & Arpels box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Snowflake Diamond Earrings Small Model
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Snowflake Diamond Earrings Small Model

Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Snowflake Diamond Earrings Small Model

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

marks. Presented in the original Van Cleef & Arpels box, these earrings are a timeless statement of

Category

20th Century French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Flowerlace Pendant Necklace, White Gold, Diamonds
Van Cleef & Arpels Flowerlace Pendant Necklace, White Gold, Diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Flowerlace Pendant Necklace, White Gold, Diamonds

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Tucson, AZ

couture. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2022, Paris

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

Gemologist as well as the original Van Cleef and Arpels box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli, Green Onyx and Diamond Bangle
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli, Green Onyx and Diamond Bangle

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli, Green Onyx and Diamond Bangle

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

approximately 6.6 inches. .Comes with a Van Cleef & Arpels Original Bracelet Box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cluster Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cluster Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cluster Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 2ct This ring comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels box

Category

1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARO3QL00
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARO3QL00

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARO3QL00

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Mayfair, London, London

weight of 7.92 grams. Comes complete with a Van Cleef & Arpels presentation box, original receipt and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond "Spirit of Beauty" Yellow Gold Brooch
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond "Spirit of Beauty" Yellow Gold Brooch

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond "Spirit of Beauty" Yellow Gold Brooch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

dress. This rare VCA brooch comes with an original Van Cleef & Arpels box and authenticity papers

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Romance Full Eternity Ring in Platinum 0.20ct
Van Cleef & Arpels Romance Full Eternity Ring in Platinum 0.20ct

Van Cleef & Arpels Romance Full Eternity Ring in Platinum 0.20ct

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, England

Van Cleef & Arpels original box and outer box. Born out of the marriage between Alfred Van Cleef and

Category

20th Century British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Two-Toned Gold Textured Bracelet
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Two-Toned Gold Textured Bracelet

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Two-Toned Gold Textured Bracelet

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

links. This bracelet comes with it's original Van Cleef & Arpels box and measures 8 inches in length by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Diamond Gold Star Design Clip Brooches
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Diamond Gold Star Design Clip Brooches

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Diamond Gold Star Design Clip Brooches

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

come presented in the original Van Cleef & Arpels box. They come from the estate of Maxine Pines- a

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies White Gold Diamond Papillon Quartz Wristwatch
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies White Gold Diamond Papillon Quartz Wristwatch

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies White Gold Diamond Papillon Quartz Wristwatch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

made. This watch comes with original Van Cleef & Arpels box and pusher. With 64 round brilliant cut

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Pendant Necklace, Small Model, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Pendant Necklace, Small Model, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Pendant Necklace, Small Model, White Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Tucson, AZ

upon heart-shaped petals. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pendant Necklace, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pendant Necklace, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Pendant Necklace, White Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Tucson, AZ

the closet. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2022, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Cleef & Arpels Original Inner and Outer Box from Van Cleef & Arpels Original Bag from Van Cleef & Arpels

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Carnelian Rose Gold Lucky Byzantine Alhambra Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Carnelian Rose Gold Lucky Byzantine Alhambra Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Carnelian Rose Gold Lucky Byzantine Alhambra Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Banbury, GB

centimetres in length, comes with Van Cleef & Arpels original box and Dandelion Antiques life long authentic

Category

2010s French Link Necklaces

Materials

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Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Bracelet Diamond Yellow Gold Buckle Retro, 1940s
Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Bracelet Diamond Yellow Gold Buckle Retro, 1940s

Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Bracelet Diamond Yellow Gold Buckle Retro, 1940s

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Materials

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Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace, White Gold, Chalcedony
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace, White Gold, Chalcedony

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a bracelet. The beautiful natural pattern of quartz. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes

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Materials

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Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Malachite Diamond Necklace, YG
Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Malachite Diamond Necklace, YG

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Malachite Diamond Necklace, YG

By Van Cleef & Arpels

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Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Malachite, YG
Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Malachite, YG

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Malachite, YG

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Tucson, AZ

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21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch
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Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in MIAMI, FL

. Phenomenal piece by famed jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels. Comes with original box, in excellent condition

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Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

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Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2022 Macau, and the

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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace, Onyx, Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

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. Can be worn as a long necklace or double-tour for a chocker style. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels

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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra 6 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra 6 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra 6 Motifs Diamond Bracelet, White Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Tucson, AZ

the closet. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2022

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21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Bracelets

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Agate Necklace, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Agate Necklace, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motifs Agate Necklace, Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

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. Vivid summer color. Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels Accessories: Boxes, the original certificate dated 2020

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21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Colombian Emerald & 12 Carat Diamond Day & Night Earrings
Van Cleef & Arpels Colombian Emerald & 12 Carat Diamond Day & Night Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Colombian Emerald & 12 Carat Diamond Day & Night Earrings

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

is the fact that they come accompanied by their original Van Cleef & Arpels box, underscoring their

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Mid-20th Century Diamond and Gold Flower Brooch

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Mid-20th Century Diamond and Gold Flower Brooch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Sweet Alhambra Diamond Bracelet 6 Motif
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Sweet Alhambra Diamond Bracelet 6 Motif

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Sweet Alhambra Diamond Bracelet 6 Motif

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Van Cleef Original Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact van cleef original box you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. 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 original 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A van cleef original box of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 239, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a van cleef original box, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Van Cleef Original Box?

The price for a van cleef original box starts at $282 and tops out at $580,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $7,141.

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.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.