Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
French
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.
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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2299
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
RRP £6,750 Inc taxes / $ 7,200Excl taxes / 7,850€ Incl taxes
Model VCARP2AU00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Ston...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
Lucky Alhambra long necklace, 12 motifs, 18K yellow gold, carnelian, tiger’s eye, white and gray mother-of-pearl, malachite.
REF. VCARD80100
Carnelian: 2 stones
Malachite: 3 stones
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Rada Chain Necklace 18"
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van Cleef Arpels
Mint condition
18k White Gold
Adjustable chain length: 16-18”
Width: 1.1mm
Weight: 3gr
Comes with Van Cleef box
Retail: $950
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, a harmonious blend of elegance and spirituality. Crafted with the utmost prec...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARA44200
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of 18k yellow gold onyx Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The earrings feature the iconic 4-leaf clover motif, with an onyx inlay set to the centre, complemented by a beaded edge. The 1.5cm wide earrings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" 2012 holiday pendant, featuring carved mother-of-pearl centering a bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamond in a beaded 18k yellow gold frame. Susp...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage Malachite 5 Station Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2021 Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage 18k Yellow Gold and Malachite 5 Station Bracelet, each station measuring 9/16 X 9/16 inch and 7 3/8 inches in length. This is complete ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Romance in Paris Gold Lapis Lazuli Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This is a lovely piece from the Journe a Paris Collection of the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This Romance in Paris bracelet features a cable link chain holding four stylized...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arples Sapphire and Pearl Necklace by André Vassort
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer, Van Cleef & Arples. This piece consists of 55 round shaped cultured pearls; all of which are p...
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Pisces Zodiac Pendant On A Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Enter the celestial realm with the contemporary Zodiaque long necklace, specifically the Piscium (Pisces) design by Van Cleef & Arpels. Crafted in 18K rose gold, this necklace is a m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Diamond Paved Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2330
Comes With Box Only
Date 2014
RRP £7,950 Inc taxes / $ 8,500 Excl taxes / 9,250 € Inc taxes
Model ARA46100
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Diamond
Weig...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 3 row Bombe ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, A DIAMOND BOMBE RING
18ct yellow gold, pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds, half set Bombe with 3 rows of round-brilliant cut diamonds.
37 Diamonds indivi...
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels VCA Perlee Alhambra Gold Diamonds Full set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Trèfles (or Alhambra) bracelet, medium model, in yellow gold and diamonds (80 in total for 1.78 carats), invisible ratchet clasp also in yellow gold. Size S...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Peridot 18k Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels
18K Yellow Gold Peridot Ring Bezel Set
The Green Peridot is 2.39 ct
Hallmarked VCA Eagle Head & Workshop Stamp
Size 5
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pery et Fils Three Line Diamond Necklace, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Three Line Diamond Necklace made in 18k White Gold. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, makers mark- Pery et Fils, Numbered. Circa 1955. There are appx. 276 round diamond...
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. Ring Size US 5. Signed and numbered.
SKU: 1484-
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum 6.00cttw Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Band
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your sense of timeless elegance with the Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Eternity Band. This exquisite piece, designed to adorn your finger with u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond Platinum Band Etoile Ring 5.25 EU50
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond Band Ring.
A classic band ring from VCA Etoile collection. Set with three flush set 1.8mm round cut natural white diamonds.
Fine jewellery houses...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 54
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2318
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Date 2021
RRP £3,500 Incl taxes/ 4,050€ Incl taxes / $ 3,700 Excl taxes
Model VCARP6I300
Serial Number JC******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
W...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels NY Natural Diamond Platinum Solitaire Band Ring 49
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels New York Platinum Diamond Band Ring.
A classic band ring from VCA New York collection. Set with a single flush set 2.5mm round cut natural white diamond.
Fine jew...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 20 Motif Gold Alhambra Vintage Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra collection is one of the most coveted fine jewelry collections in the world. Each piece from the collection embodies the spirit of timelessness and go...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Retro Ruby 14 K Yellow Gold Cufflinks stud set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Designed as chain link-style cufflinks terminating with gold spheres set randomly throughout with round Ruby Cabochons. 24 cabochons Round cut genuine rubies adorn these Van Cleef & Arpels cuff links, bezel set, weighing approx 0.80 carats connected bt a link chain. Handcrafted in 14 K yellow gold.
The rubies are transparent medium purplish red in color.
Numbered 23200 and fully signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY.
Circa: 1950s
Spheres measure: 0.93 mm in Diameter for the cufflinks and the studs 0.82 mm in DIameter
Total length: 3.70 cm
Total weight: 23.35 grams
Perfect for any occasion with these Unisex VCA NY vintage Cufflinks and stud...
Category
1950s American Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA malechite Alhambra 16 motif pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This iconic VCA Alhambra pendant consists of 16 motifs of varying sizes made of malechite. The necklace measures 130cm and can be worn in many wa...
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
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 symphony of color, sparkle, and craftsmanship that embodies the essence of timeless beauty. Crafted by the esteemed French maison, Van Cleef & Arpels, this ring is a wearable masterpiece that celebrates the delicate allure of a butterfly with a ruby-adorned body and diamond-encrusted wings, all set in radiant 18K yellow gold.
At the heart of this enchanting creation is a meticulously crafted butterfly with a body adorned in vibrant marquise shaped ruby, chosen for its rich hue and exceptional clarity. The ruby body serves as the focal point, infusing the ring with warmth and sophistication, while simultaneously symbolizing love, passion, and vitality. The wings of the butterfly are encrusted with diamonds, meticulously set in the golden frame...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18k Rose Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2188
Comes With Box Only
Date 2014
RRP £2,560 Inc VAT / $2,720 Excl VAT / 2920 € Inc VAT
Model VCARN6BO00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Carnelian
Weight 2....
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Estate Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Leaf Motif Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gold, diamond, and pearl clip earrings, each in the form of two juxtaposed pavé diamond curled leaves with gold rope twist borders and a pearl accent, in 18k and platinum. ...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Chalcedony 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The iconic clover motif is a potent symbol ...
Category
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
10 Carat Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Dome Signet Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 10 Carat Blue Star Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage (almost antique) ring by French fine jewellery house Van...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Fleurette Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the exquisite Fleurette collection features a double flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round blue sapphires and brillia...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Dragonfly Clip
Description: White gold and 18k Yellow Gold Dragonfly Clip Featuring Yellow Sapphires and Diamonds.
Specifications:
Gemstones: Yellow Sapphires Est 2.50 cts
Diamonds. .10 cts
Design: Dragonfly motif
Features: Brooch set with 9 Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires Wings...
Category
Early 2000s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Ring
features Lapis Lazuli lucky clover Motif. 18k yellow gold and bezel-set brilliant-cut round diamond of an estimated 0.05 carats set in the ce...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k 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 gold, this exquisite necklace features ten iconic Alhambra motifs adorned with lapis l...
Category
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Medium Cosmos Diamond Mother Of Pearl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2272
RRP £ 20,800 Including taxes / $22,100 Excluding taxes / €24100 Inc taxes
Model VCARO5BZ00
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl
Weig...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Doors Knocker Earrings 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Tiger Eye
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible dangle earrings designed by Andre Vassort for Van Cleef & Arpels.
Beautiful pair of doors-knocker convertible earrings, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of V...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in Pink Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in Pink Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Sweet Alhambra
Earring type: Stud earrings
SKU:elaGZyh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite 3 Motifs Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2323
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2018
RRP £9,450 Inc taxes / $ 10,100/ 11,000 € Inc taxes
Model VCARO2AG00
Serial Number JE****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Malachit...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and 18k Gold Ball Cufflink and Stud Tuxedo Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sapphire and 18K yellow gold ball cufflink and stud set by Van Cleef & Arpels. It features rich blue sapphires throughout each ball. Beautifully made and easy to wear. One st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother Pearl Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold mother of pearl bracelet by Van Cleef and Arpels from the Vintage Alhambra Collection. The stylish bracelet is made up of 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, ea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PARIS 18k YG, Diamond & Ruby Bypass Leaf Ring Vintage 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Bypass Leaf Ring Vintage
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
T...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Invest in this opulent Van Cleef & Arpels 2023 Holiday pendant necklace from their iconic Vintage Alhambra collection. The 18k rose gold Alhambra pendant is set with a single diamond...
Category
2010s Italian Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rose 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 est 1.20cts
Ruby Measurement: 6.30 X 5.40 X 3.40 Est 1.20 cts
Diamond: 12 round...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Snowflake Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake collection, since the 1940s, is inspired by flakes of snow. Two rows of diamonds connected by several round diamonds that combine to form dazzling sn...
Category
1990s American Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 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
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring.
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with yellow gold heart design. Rare piece.
The ring is engraved VCA, 750 (for 18k gold) and...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” bracelet, designed with two textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with three clover-shaped le...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Vintage Diamond Emerald Gold Platinum Lion Cub Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Keep your baby lion cub close to you when wearing this adorable Van Cleef & Arpels Paris vintage diamond emerald gold and platinum brooch. With its black enamel nose, emerald eyes, a...
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
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
18 inch necklace adjustable to 16
Unpolished...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Earrings in 18K White Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Sweet Alhambra
MPN: VCARA44500
Material: White gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2294
Comes With Box Only
Date 2019
RRP £9,000 Inc taxes / $ 9,550 / 10,500€ Inc taxes
Model ARP34800
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Agate
Weight 24 g
Leng...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a magnificent creation in 18k yellow gold, showcasing a floral mot...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” necklace, designed with five textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with five clover-shaped le...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold. ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Pearl Magic Alhambra Necklace VCARO49L00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An iconic 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels pearl necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic Alhambra 4 leaf clover motif with an inlay of mot...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Hoop VCA Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
These earrings will be sure to make you feel glamorous, like Sofia Loren, vacationing on the Amalfi Coast.
These Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are notable at ...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian & Tigers Eye Magic Alhambra Earrings VC
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An iconic pair of 18k yellow gold earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, from the Magic Alhambra collection. Comprising of 2 four-leaf clover motifs alternating in size complemented by a be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus Diamond Earrings White Gold New York Box Papers
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus medium model clip-on diamond earrings in rhodium-plated 18kt white gold, ref. VCARO96C00, from 2018, France, full set with o...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Diamond Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Van Cleef & Arpels pave diamond 18k gold dome ring.
The dome has angled corners with the diamonds set in four rows. This design called “a boule ring”, which stands for the rings with a domed head embellished with pave gems. The term came from the French word “ball”, or “globe” reflecting the ring’s round shape.
This VCA diamond ring...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef&Arpels Cadenas Diamonds Gold Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 23591001
■Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
■Product Name: Cadena Gold Long Necklace
■Product Code/Model Number: -
■Material: 9P Diamonds, 750 K18 YG (Yellow Gold)
■Weight: App...
Category
Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Interchangeable Earrings 18k Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A set of three interchangeable earrings by VCA, made of 18k gold, pearl, malachite and lapis lazuli.
The earrings consist of the gold bow-shape element that holds a removable disk. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Van Cleef & Arpels diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 1,066, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 1,513 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Boucheron, Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., and Andre Vassort. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $650 and tops out at $3,600,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $17,579.
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- Is VCA jewelry worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, many people feel that VCA jewelry is worth it. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for its focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry. Van Cleef & Arpels produces jewelry that projects the wearer's taste and style and is carefully made to stand the test of time. 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. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Who wears Van Cleef & Arpels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Many notable people wear Van Cleef & Arpels. During the 1970s, celebrities like Françoise Hardy, Princess Grace of Monaco and Elizabeth Taylor helped make the luxury jewelry maker famous worldwide by sporting pieces from the Alhambra collection. Today, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Adele, Sienna Miller, Mariah Carey, Kate Middleton and many other celebrities step out wearing pieces made by the luxury jewelry house. Explore a selection of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What the flower is on Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry varies. Artisans at the luxury jewelry house have drawn inspiration from several types of flowers over time, including roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and daisies. Floral designs are frequently set with gemstones at their center and feature glittering pavé petals. 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. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Van 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels is popular because it has been focused on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry since the brand's early days. 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. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef has also gained very prominent fans over the years, which definitely contributes to its popularity. The house's clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich and Jacqueline Onassis. British royals, whom have long been influencers when it comes to jewelry and fashion, are among the world's countless devotees of Van Cleef's Alhambra collection. In the aughts, Reese Witherspoon was routinely photographed in her onyx Alhambra necklace. Sharon Stone and Mariah Carey were also seen sporting pieces from the collection. Find Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier are not the same. Although both are French and specialize in fine jewelry, they are different makers. Alfred Van Cleef and Salomon Arpels founded Van Cleef & Arpels, while Louis-François Cartier established Cartier. Explore a diverse assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024A few things are special about Van Cleef & Arpels. The French luxury jewelry maker is noted for its longstanding focus on technical virtuosity, artisanship and artistry. The maker is also known for its innovative designs. 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 innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet. Clients have also been drawn by the elegance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. Over the years, its pieces have drawn inspiration from current events, such as the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, the end of World War II and the 1960s interest in the Middle East and India. Shop a wide variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels is from France. In 1905, the luxury jewelry house opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme, across from the Hôtel Ritz in Paris. Today, the company maintains its headquarters in the city. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels uses a variety of stones in its pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's most common materials include malachite, mother-of-pearl, carnelian, onyx, turquoise, lapis lazuli, chalcedony and tiger's eye. In addition, there are Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings with gemstones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires. There are even pieces featuring wood and S�vres porcelain. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1sDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The most iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is arguably the Alhambra. It features 20 clover-shaped motifs. When it debuted in 1968, each clover was formed from gold and had gold beads around its edges. In 1971, the house began making the motif from colorful opaque hard stones, including malachite, lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, tiger’s-eye and turquoise. Many celebrities, like Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Mariah Carey and Kate Middleton, have sported the necklace over the years. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The Van Cleef & Arpels clover represents luck, fortune, health and love, according to the brand. This motif is famously seen in the iconic Alhambra collection, but the luxury jewelry house has used four-leaf clover motifs in designs since the 1920s. Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, the Van Cleef & Arpels iconic shape is not a cross. Called the Alhambra, the shape is actually a four-leaf clover. As a young man, Jacques Arpels, the nephew of one of the jewelry maker's founders, was fascinated with the relationship that four-leaf clovers have long shared with good fortune. His Alhambra motif pays tribute to the lucky charm but also references the quatrefoils so prevalent in the Moorish architecture of Spain's stately Alhambra palace, which is where the series gets its name. Explore a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To authenticate Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry, check for stamps. Authentic pieces will display either VCA or Van Cleef & Arpels plus a serial number, a metal hallmark and a trademark. Shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, the red stone is usually Brazilian carnelian, a type of semiprecious gemstone that typically comes from Greece and Asia. The luxury jewelry brand uses the stone in it’s Bouton d’or and Alhambra collections. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No single Van Cleef & Arpels stone is the most durable. A few stones commonly used by the jewelry maker compete for the title. Among them are carnelian, tiger's eye, onyx and agate. All four of these stones have a hardness rating of 7.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Keep in mind that how well you care for and store your jewelry, not just its materials, will impact its longevity. Following the care instructions provided by Van Cleef & Arpels can help your piece stand the test of time. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. 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 in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, celebrities have been known to wear Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. Over the years, many trendsetters have been photographed wearing the jewelry maker's pieces. They include Mariah Carey, Anne Hathaway, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Garner and Kate Middleton. Pieces from the Alhambra collection are especially popular with celebrities. Find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is arguably the Alhambra collection, which debuted in 1970. Jacques Arpels – the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1906 – liked to say, "To be lucky, you must believe in luck." This mantra is embodied in the four-leaf clover motif of the Alhambra collection, and it can be found in sketches in the house’s archives dating back to the 1910s. The quatrefoil shape also has architectural resonance, as it is found in Gothic and Renaissance structures and in such Moorish buildings as the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, which inspired the name of this famed Van Cleef & Arpels line. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry is usually made of gold. Specifically, the French luxury jewelry house typically makes necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings and other pieces out of 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. Find a selection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The green stone on Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry varies by the piece. Often, the green gemstones are emeralds, but the luxury French jewelry house also creates pendants and other accessories that feature green malachite and tourmaline. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
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