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Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Van Cleef & Arpels earrings set with pearls and diamonds. Each set with a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vancleave and Arpels, cultured pearl and diamond ring set with a round pearl measuring
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2010s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Platinum Pearl and Diamond Swirl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Van Cleef & Arpels earrings have lustrous pearls and sparkling diamonds in a swirl. The two
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Earrings Extremely chic fancy cut diamond and pearl earrings made by Van
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

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 Mabé Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Francisco, CA
centers a mabé cultured pearls measuring approximately 17mm, both accented by 40 round brilliant-cut
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Necklace with Coral Onyx and Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
carats of Round Brilliant cut diamonds. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Circa 1960s.
Category

Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond, Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace. An 18k yellow gold necklace, set with
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Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 100 cts.
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Vintage 1960s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. Emblematic of the magnificent
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Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Natural Saltwater Pearl Platinum Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of notable mid-century diamond and pearl earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. The 1950s brought a
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Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Pearl Diamond Bow Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
diamonds and pearl, resulting in a harmonious and luxurious composition. The necklace measures 16" in
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef And Arpels PURE Alhambra Mother Of Pearl Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings from the Iconic "Pure Alhambra Collection" features 2 lucky Clover
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2010s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Leaf Motif Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
curled leaves with gold rope twist borders and a pearl accent, in 18k and platinum. Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1980s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels' black pearl and diamond ring is a mesmerizing blend of elegance and mystique
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
pearl, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 13.0 cts. and pearl approx
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A, pair of beautiful Cultured Pearl Dangle earrings by famous jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Hoop Diamond Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpel Vintage Diamond Hoop Earrings with Lever Backs Crafted in 18 k Yellow Gold and
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Vintage 1960s French Hoop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Multistrand Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Multistrand Pearl Diamond Necklace is an exquisite piece of
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20th Century French Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Pearl Diamond Bombe Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Behold the epitome of elegance and luxury with the Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Diamond and Pearl
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Papillon" Mother of Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Papillon" Mother Of Pearl And Diamond Wristwatch. The round dial of the watch
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Toi Et Moi Pearl Ring with Diamonds, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Toi Et Moi Pearl Ring with Diamonds, 18k. Ring Size 5.50 US. - signed VCA and
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
scattered diamond halo. These Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pearl Diamond Halo Button Earrings, made in NY
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Three Akoya pearls, two cream color, and one black color pearl 8.5 mm and 6.5 mm
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2010s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1980s Diamond Mother of Pearl Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond, Mother of Pearl Flower Earrings A pair of 18k yellow gold flower motif
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Collection Clématite Mimi Nerval Pearl Diamond Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Collection Clématite Mimi Nerval Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Detachable Cultured Pearl Drop Clip-On Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These magnificent vintage Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings are crafted in platinum and feature
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Vintage 1960s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Three-Row Bow Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold diamond and 3-row cultured pearl bow bracelet signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Pearl
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cultured Pearl White Gold Double Row Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet features two rows of cultured pearls and a platinum
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Vintage 1960s French Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Mother of Pearl Door Knocker Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond And Black Onyx Door Knocker Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. With
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace or Brooch Chalcedony Gold Mother of Pearl Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace in 18 Carat yellow Gold, Chalcedony, Mother-of-Pearl and Diamonds
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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Mother of Pearl Clematis Flower Brooch in 18kyg
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and mother of pearl Clematis flower brooch in 18k yellow gold. This VCA
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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Medium Cosmos Diamond Mother Of Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
VCARO5BZ00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl Weight 11.6 g Condition
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2010s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Mother of Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vca Rose De Noel Earrings Black Mother Of Pearl Crafted in France, these exquisite Van Cleef
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Miroir Des Eaux Diamond Mother of Pearl White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Onyx Mother Of Pearl Diamond Miroir des Eaux Flower Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’ brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This brooch is designed in
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Late 20th Century French Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of Pearl Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
brilliant cut diamonds in the center weighing a total of 0.55 carat. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl Ring 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo S.O
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Van Cleef & Arpels South Sea Pearl & diamond ring crafted in platinum
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Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Golden Pearl Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.46 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare vintage cocktail ring, created in Paris
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Solid Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamonds Ladies Watch. Made with all
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold Additional information: Brand: Van
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Long Magic Alhambra Necklace Onyx and white and grey Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Clasp
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Hummelstown, PA
, Van Cleef & Arpels. This breathtaking diamond clasp could easily be worn as a pendant or returned to
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Ring White Gold Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra domed ring, made of 18k white gold, featuring diamond. Diamonds are
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1990s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
white cultured pearl. Fine jewellery houses like Van Cleef & Arpels only use the finest diamonds and
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, 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
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl And Chalcedony Flower Ring. A stunning
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed Grey Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold grey mother of pearl and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond VCA Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A lady's VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18k yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with mother-of-pearl dial
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels large Mother-of- Pearl 'Rose de Noel' Ear -Clips French
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pair of Gold, Mother-of- Pearl and Diamond 'Rose de Noel' Ear-clips, France
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels two Butterfly rose Gold mop and marquise Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
the stem in store Jacques — the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Ring VCARA41100
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold mother of pearl Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Vintage Alhambra
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Coral Clematis Brooch, circa 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
One of the more notable features of the Clematis Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels are the five petals
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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mother Of Pearl Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Heart Cut Mother Of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring. A stunning
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20th Century French Dome Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed 2018 Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k yellow gold mother of pearl and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This adorable rare and collectible Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold necklace features a 15.0mm x
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

7.06 Carat Blue Sapphire and 3.32 Carat Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
reveal a mother-of-pearl dial, stamped Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris with a diamond bezel. The 3.32 carats
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet Pink Coral Diamonds 18 kt Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Bracelet in 18 carat yellow gold (750mil.) and in platinum, with oval
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Van Cleef Pearl And Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate van cleef pearl and diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 64 vintage or 36 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a van cleef pearl and diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and marquise cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a van cleef pearl and diamond, 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 Pearl And Diamond?

The price for a van cleef pearl and diamond starts at $2,600 and tops out at $210,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $10,500.

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 Arpel. 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.