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VCA, 18k Yellow Gold Wood Inlaid Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
Signed and number by Van Cleef & Arpels. The earrings measure 1” x 0.5”. C.1970
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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage VCA 18k Yellow Gold Lion Earrings, Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
eyes and intricate embellishments. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and bearing the signature of VCA NY
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

VCA Heart Shaped Earrings in 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
VCA Heart Shaped Earrings in 18K Gold. Each earring has two smooth, polished hearts with rounded
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Heart Shaped Earrings in 18K Gold
VCA Heart Shaped Earrings in 18K Gold
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VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k yellow gold.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k yellow gold. The necklace features 20 lapis
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Late 20th Century French Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

VCA Vintage Coral & Diamond Bangle, 18k Yellow Gold, France, Circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
coral and pave-set diamonds, with a textured gold design. This 18k yellow gold bangle, signed VCA and
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Vintage Onyx & Diamond Bangle, 18k Yellow Gold, France, Circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
pave-set diamonds. The bangle boasts a captivating textured gold design and is crafted in 18k yellow
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage VCA Natural Saltwater Button Pearls Stud Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
with round brilliant and marquise-cut diamonds. Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold circa 1970, and signed
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA GIA 10.10ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
GIA-certified 10.10ct diamond and emerald ring in an 18k yellow gold mounting. The center diamond
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 K yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
sophisticated charm. Made from luxurious 18 K yellow Gold, the design showcases a harmonious blend of the
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Vintage 1960s French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Bracelet Chapeau Chinois 18k Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking VCA bracelet from the Chapeau Chinois collection, made of 18k gold. The Chapeau Chinois
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Early 2000s French Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Chapeau Chinois Bracelet 18k Gold Paris Estate VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate Van Cleef & Arpels "Chapeau Chinois" bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 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 Chapeau Chinois Ring 18k Gold Paris Opens Estate VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate Van Cleef & Arpels "Chapeau Chinois" ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "VCA" 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels, original retro 18 karat yellow gold chain and diamond necklace. The necklace is
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Late 20th Century French Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef and Arpels Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Ring signed VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels ring in gardooned yellow gold, set with an important carved pink coral
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Cufflinks 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
Lenfant in 18kt yellow gold, originating from France circa 1967. Each cufflink boasts two asymmetrical
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Diamond Bangle Bracelet Yellow Gold Platinum Vintage 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA diamond ropework bangle bracelet in 18kt yellow gold and platinum, vintage
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Jester Diamond Coral Enamel Clip Brooch Yellow Gold Cased
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
yellow and white gold, France, in maker’s case, circa 1960. Identical brooch formerly in collection of
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Hoop VCA Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Coast. These Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are notable at 30.6 grams with a 30 x
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Wood Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch Clip VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold. The clip measures 2-1/4 x 1-5/8 inches (5.7 x 4 cm) and weighs 22.2 grams. Stamped with Van
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Quatrefoil Lever Back Earrings
Located in Seattle, WA
Experience the timeless beauty of these 18k yellow gold quatrefoil lever back earrings. Delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

VCA Retro Ludo Clip, 1950s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A ruby and diamond 18k yellow gold clip by VCA from the retro period, 1950s. It has fine round
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Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Alhambra 20 Motifs Lapis Lazuli 18k YG VCA Certified Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with blue lapis lazuli in round bead settings. Made in
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold 'Alhambra' Style Quatrefoil Ornament Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
for adding a touch of ornamental charm to any ensemble. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace with Malachite & Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lucerne, CH
. 18 Karat yellow gold Alhambra Vintage Assay Mark: OR 750 Makers Mark: VCA © 79 Serial Number
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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels "Twist" Cufflinks in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Rafael, CA
Reminiscent of fusilli (corkscrew) pasta, these cufflinks in 18K yellow gold by Van Cleef & Arpels
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20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring From the classic Alhambra collection
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing
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Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beautifully incorporates Emeralds, Sapphires & Diamonds in a swinging striped pattern. Mounted, in 18kt yellow
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20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch An openwork butterfly design
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cute little flower pen 20 x 10 mm. Hallmarked VCA French Eagles head Workshop marks Numbered B1 2066
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2010s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond & Enamel Lion Ébouriffe Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold. This brooch is crafted in the style of the famed VCA
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Alhambra Pendant Necklace 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Signed VCA Pendant and Chain Chain Length
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch Quartz 13107
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
band is solid 18k yellow gold with white dial and black Roman numeral hour markers and hands, round 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Butterfly Pendants Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's VCA Butterfly Necklace Ruby Marques cut center and Six Rounds. Hallmarked vca 750 Numbered
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Butterfly Pendants Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's VCA Butterfly Necklace Blue Sapphire Marquises cut center and Six Rounds. Hallmarked vca
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloche 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: Vintage Alhambra Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Motif: 5 motifs with
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2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Baby Booty Charm Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
: sapphire Material: 18k yellow gold Measurement: 18mm tall w/bail x 12mm long x 3.5mm high Weight: 4.5
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20th Century French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Large 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wood Clematis Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. The flowerhead sprouting from a polished gold stalk with a single hammered gold leaf. Signed "VCA
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Beaded Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An elegant bead necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. 18K yellow gold, approx. 4.95ct E-G/VS diamonds
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 10 Motif Gold Alhambra Blue Lapis Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold 10 Motif Alhambra Lapis Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold signed VCA, serial #4K3603, weighing 53.00 grams. Circa 1980. The necklace
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Coral and Green Chalcedony Heart Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
*** Comes with the VCA original box and papers *** 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 36.3 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An elegant gold and diamond necklace by VCA. Featuring ap. 9ct of diamonds, F color and VVS clarity
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Important Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Diamond Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold. Two Natural Blue
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1.55 cts 18k Yellow Gold Size 5.5 Produced in several variations of stacking rings from 1970's Made
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Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Button Necklace Boutonniere Diamond Estate 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
inches). Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat yellow gold. The necklace is hallmarked "VCA" and "750" and the
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphires and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, a
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef And Arpels Diamond Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef And Aprels Diamond , Yellow Gold and Platinum Bracelet Signed and numbered Diamond: Est
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Vintage 1960s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Flower Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold w/ Pouch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 2.80 carats with F+ color and VS clarity set in 18k yellow gold. They measure approximately 1.25
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Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Flower 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning vintage ring
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mesh Clutch Handbag with Mirror Inside, Rare
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
crafted 18 karat yellow gold mesh clutch. A former First Lady had one custom made with diamonds! VCA is
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Vintage 1960s Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Band Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
yellow gold heart design. Rare piece. The ring is engraved VCA, 750 (for 18k gold) and with serial
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20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Starburst Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Starburst Dome Ring. Featuring ten round
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Vintage 1980s Dome Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Blue Sapphire And Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the center cabochon sapphires are framed by a round brilliant diamond halo
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Tourmaline Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Green Pink Tourmaline Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning
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20th Century French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k White & Yellow Gold Open Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow & White Gold Open Band Ring. Vintage VCA ring with an
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20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vca 18k Yellow Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of vca 18k yellow gold for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 61 antique edition and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of vca 18k yellow gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Take a look at a choice in our collection of vca 18k yellow gold featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes marquise cut and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for an object in our assortment of vca 18k yellow gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vca 18k Yellow Gold?

Prices for a piece of vca 18k yellow gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,000 and can go as high as $68,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,333.

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.