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VCA Vintage Retro Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Bead Cluster Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Perfect for any occasion with these Unisex VCA NY vintage  14K gold round beads sphere cufflink
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Vintage 1970s Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

VCA 1960s 18k gold, turquoise, ruby and diamond chick brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1960s VCA chick brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with small round cut
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Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of earrings made by Van Cleef & Arpels and comprising of rubies and diamonds. Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Red Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Circa 1980"s Beautiful, Cabochon Red Ruby
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Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
quatrefoil with oval-cut radiant rubies framed with white round brilliant diamonds, all mounted in yellow
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch
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W 0.76 in L 0.51 in
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
round cut diamonds and cabochon ruby. Signed: VCA and numbered Metal Type: 18 karat yellow gold
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Antique Early 19th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapel Pin Cabochon Cut Red Ruby Est .50 cts 16 Brilliant Cut Diamonds .50 cts
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2010s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 2 round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, White Gold

French Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald, ruby, and diamond yellow gold ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. The ring is set with
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20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
estimated 0.18 carats and round rubies weighing an estimated 0.07 carats. Made in France circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond ring. Centrally set with five rectangular tallow cut natural
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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace 1990s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
ruby of an estimated 0.44 carats and round brilliant-cut D-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Hoops
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
with total weight of 2 carats (emeralds, rubies and sapphires). Signed VCA OR 750 & numbered xxxxxx
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Late 20th Century French Artist Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold. A petite butterfly brooch by
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Gold and Ruby Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Austin, TX
.05ct ruby (total of 16 rubies, .80ct). One link signed VCA (c) NY and numbered. The other with only
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Gold and Ruby Cufflinks
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Gold and Ruby Cufflinks
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H 0.44 in W 1.11 in D 0.12 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Ruby Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings, circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The rubies in a Van Cleef & Arpels jewel are a beautiful sight to behold, rich in coloration with a
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20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
. At the center of each wing, two captivating rubies take center stage, their rich red hues adding a
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Large Oval Cabochon Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large 11ct Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 20 round
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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Fleurette Flower Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

George L'Enfant Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Gold Cat Silhouette Pendant Necklace
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
It is the cat's meow. With ruby eyes and stylized feline fur, this Georges L'Enfant Van Cleef
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings Platinum 18k Gold Ruby Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold, featuring ruby and diamond. These vintage VCA earrings were designed with top-notch quality
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Vintage 1980s French More Earrings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arples Platinum Floral Earrings Ruby, Emerald, Sapphires Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring a feminine flair to your ensemble with these flirty VCA earrings. Circa 1950's, these ultra
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Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

The Estee Lauder Van Cleef & Arpels Important Retro Ruby Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Retro Ruby, Diamond Necklace. An 18k yellow gold and platinum necklace, set with
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Vintage 1950s French Retro More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 1960's Chevron Diamond Rubies Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
round rubies ap. 9.75 cts., signed VCA NY. Length 7 3/8 inches. With original VCA box.
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20th Century American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arples Platinum Floral Cocktail Ring Ruby, Emerald, Sapphires
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring a feminine flair to your ensemble with this ultra-rare VCA cocktail ring. Circa 1950's, this
Category

Vintage 1950s French Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin, ca. 1930s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Van Cleef & Arpels Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin, ca. 1930s A beautiful pin by Van Cleef
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Ruby Flower Ribbon Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: 5 Marquee Rubies, 1 Lg. Diamond
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Retro Ruby 14 K Yellow Gold Cufflinks stud set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
round Ruby Cabochons. 24 cabochons Round cut genuine rubies adorn these Van Cleef & Arpels cuff links
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Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Tri-Floral Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Floral-Trio with Emerald, Ruby, and Sapphire Flowers with Diamonds in 18 Karat
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20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18...

Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Vivid Red Marquise Ruby & Diamond Butterfly Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning vintage
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20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Butterfly Marquise Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning vintage ring
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20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold and Rubies with Twisted Hoops
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
11 twisted rings held by 11 links each set with 3 rubies Signed VCA and numbered. Clasp in the link
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Vintage 1950s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamonds Gold Bracelet by André Vassort for Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
foliate and rope twist links, set with a line of rubies and diamonds. It is signed VCA, numbered, and has
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Vintage 1960s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels French Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring Size 5
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels French Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring—a captivating
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Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef&Arpels Pont Neuf Mystery Setting Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Van Cleef&Arpels Name:Pont Neuf Mystery setting Ruby Ring Material:15P Mystery Setting Ruby
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Early 2000s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Star Set Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Star Set Ruby Three Stone Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning
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20th Century French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels No Heat Oval-Cut Ruby 18k Yellow Gold GRS Certified Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby and is flanked by an additional 2.00 carats of marquis-cut diamonds. The ruby is certified by GRS
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Late 20th Century French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Classic Vintage Brooch/ Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, ruby, sapphire & emerald brooch/pendant. Spectacular
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Vintage 1960s American Artist Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, 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 & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch. A Saint Bernard dog brooch featuring pave diamonds, a ruby
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1969 Paris By Andre Vassort Hoops Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
cartouche AV associated to the atelier of Andre Vassort, the serial numbers and signed in full, "©VCA 69 OR
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Andre Vassort 1970 Paris Gem Set Earrings 18Kt Gold 19.22 Ctw Diamond Emeralds
By Andre Vassort
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood legends. A particular creation of note is the spectacular emerald, ruby, pearl and diamond crown
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Andre Vassort 1960 France 18Kt Cocktail Ring with 1.02 Ct Diamonds Coral & Onyx
By Andre Vassort
Located in Miami, FL
note is the spectacular emerald, ruby, pearl and diamond crown made on behalf of Van Cleef & Arpels for
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Vintage 1960s French Post-War Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage VCA Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in WINDSOR, BERKSHIRE
Van Cleef & Arpel Ruby and diamond ring mounted in 18ct yellow gold. French. Circa 1980. The
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Vintage 1980s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Gold Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Gorgeous 18k Yellow Gold Leaf-Design Brooch with Pave Diamonds & Baguette Rubies by Van
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20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Ruby Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamonds. 4.80cts of Rubies. Signed "VCA and Numbered". Made in France.
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Late 20th Century French Modern More Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Ruby Flower Ribbon Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size: 6.5 - 6.75 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Stones: 5 Marquee Rubies, 1 Lg. Center Stone Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Trefle Diamond Flower Ring with Ruby and Sapphire
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Stones: Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18KYG Van Cleef & Arpels "Pelouse Hawaii" Ear Clips Numbered 60.804 Sapphires: 2.1cts est Ruby
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 'HAWAII' Ruby Sapphire Gold Spray Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York City, NY
A French mid-20th century 18 karat gold brooch with sapphires and rubies by Van Cleef & Arpels. The
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French Brooches

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS The Barbara Hutton Diamond Ruby Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York City, NY
A rare French mid-20th century 18 karat gold, platinum, ruby and diamond bracelet by Van Cleef
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French More Bracelets

Van Cleef & Arpels Parrot Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, CH
Van Cleef & Arpels, pretty 1950s parrot brooch. With emerald, citrine and amethyst. Small ruby as
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Parrot Brooch
Van Cleef & Arpels Parrot Brooch
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VCA ruby, diamond earrings
Located in Austin, TX
. VCA ruby, diamond earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

VCA Diamond Ruby Pearl Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
approx. 5.5 cts, GH VS, Rubies weighing approx. 5.8 ct, engraved VCA 2264 necklace measures 18 inches
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20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby

VCA Retro Gold Ruby Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and ruby clip brooch. Signed Van Cleef and Arpels, serial number
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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

VCA Asian Villageman Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, pearl, ruby, and sapphire brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. The brooch is
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Vintage 1960s French More Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

VCA Gold Diamond and Colored Stone Bouquet Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, sapphire, ruby and diamond brooch. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1945
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Ruby Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
14K Y/gold ruby cufflinks, signed Van Cleef & Arpels 14K, rubies weight 1.70 ct measures 1 1/8 x 1
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20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, Gold

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Vca Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vca ruby you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 15 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vca ruby may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing vca ruby — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef & Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vca ruby can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 9 Ruby versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 square cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vca ruby, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vca Ruby?

On average, a vca ruby at 1stDibs sells for $18,750, while they’re typically $4,800 on the low end and $189,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.