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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Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Diamond 3 Rows Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Perlee diamond band ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Perlee Diamond 3 Rows Band Ring features three rows of shimmering diamonds.
E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Panda Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2300
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2020
RRP £7,500 Inc taxes / $ 8,000 Excl taxes / 8,700€ Incl taxes
Model ARP5LI00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2258
Comes With Box Only
Date 2011
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 9.2 g
Length 43 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Double Ring With Heart And Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Condition : very good, small scratches (see on pictures)
Material : gold: 750/°°° 18 carats, two diamonds
Color : gold
Size : 46
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring 1.40 Cts
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond eternity ring. The ring comprises of 14 round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover setting, set all the way around the ring. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1.04 Carat Diamond D-VVS2 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Van Cleef&Arpels
Name:Diamond Solitaire ring
Material:1P diamond (1.04ct D-VVS2), 750 K18 WG white gold
Weight:6.2g（Approx)
Ring size:British & Australian:M / US & Canada:6 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2355
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
Model VCARD78800
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight 14g
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCARP7TD00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold rhodonite and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2021 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl 18K White Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2235
Comes With Box Only
Date approx 2019
RRP £2,440 Incl taxes/2 790 € Incl taxes/$ 2,600 Excl taxes
Model VCARG12000
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Mothe...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated Socrate™ jewelry collection feature a delicate floral motif crafted in 18K white gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Hammered Gold Vintage Alhambra 18K Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2313
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
RRP £ 4,050 Inc taxes / $ 4,300 Excl taxes / 4,650 € Inc taxes
Model VCARN9T400
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weight 9.6 g
Co...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose 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 Guilloche metalwork
Includes: VCA Box
VCA Service papers
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Bear Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels necklace possesses a unique sense of charm. Suspended from the vibrant 16” cord, you’ll find an 18K Yellow Gold bear-shaped pendant measuring 1.0” long by 0.5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite, handmade bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels is a masterful work of art. Featuring a dazzling assortment of 132 blue sapphires of graduated sizes (ranging from 3.5 mm - 5....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque Libra Obsidian Rose Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Obsidian Zodiaque Librae Libra Pendant Long Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 Obsidian Stone, Approx 34mm
Details:
Chain Length: 36"
Pendant Width: 37mm
Weight: 50.5 grams
Diamond Perlee Slider Pendant: 10mm x 11mm
Perlee Slider Pendant: 10.5mm x 6mm
Weight: 16.2 grams
Stamped Hallmarks:Front: Libra Design
Back: XXIIIIX LIBRAE XXIIX
Rim: Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Au750...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra Diamond & Turquoise Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Alhambra 20 Motifs Diamond And Turquoise Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Limited Edition Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold 20 Motif Alhambra Diamond Turquoise N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Rose Gold Grey Mother of Pearl Long Pendant Ne
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2287
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2022
RRP £6000 Inc taxes / $ 6,400 Excl taxes / 7,000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP6I200
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones M...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose 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 Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCAR05SY00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold pink porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant, from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features the iconic beaded edge ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Rose 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 Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds 18K yellow gold MOP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds
18K yellow gold, Mother-of-pearl
VCARN5JM00
Jacques — the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 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 Vintage Alhambra Chalcedony 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2331
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2013
RRP £ 4,750 Inc taxes / $ 5,050 Excl taxes /5,5550 € Inc taxes
Model VCARD34700
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Chalced...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Ring with Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with 37 Round Brialliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 1.07 carats.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels, from their Alhambra Collection
Size 53 (US 6 1/2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 iconic clover motifs, each set with a beaded...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 composed of a four leaf clover motif with a mother of pearl inlay, complimented by a bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARO3QL00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of 18k yellow gold malachite Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The earrings feature the iconic 4-leaf clover motif, with a malachite i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set - Set in 18K White gold turquoise pendant Signature VCA Vintage Alhambra clo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
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 Malachite Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARL80900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold malachite bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The bracelet features 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, each with a beaded edg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 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 Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Arno collection. The dress ring features a clover motif finished with a beaded edge, set with four round brilliant c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2346
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2013
RRP £3,950 Inc taxes / $ 4,200Excl taxes / 4,600 € Inc taxes
Model ARA41800
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Material: Yellow gold (18K)...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Sweet Alhambra butterfly bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van-Cleef Arpels
Brand New, without tags
Gender Women
18K Yellow Gold
Stone Mother-Of-Pearl
Bracelet Length 7''
Weight 1.9gr
Bracelet is resizable
Comes with box and papers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Tiger Eye Lucky Animals
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2329
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2019
RRP £6,150 Inc taxes / $ 6,550 Excl taxes / 7,150€ Incl taxes
Model ARP2AZ00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sliver Obsidian Rose Gold 2023 Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2341
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2023
Model ARP9T000
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 6.4 g
Length 42 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Necklace 20 motifs 18K yellow gold mother-of-pear
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra long necklace, 20 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl.
Signed, numbered and marked.
Original document from Van Cleef and Arpels. Pur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Lucky Spring Bracelet VCARP7RR00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k rose gold, Lucky Alhambra bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Spring collection. The bracelet features a carnelian and onyx ladybug motif, a single rose gold leaf mo...
Category
2010s British Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Onyx, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2277
Comes With box Only
Date 2020
RRP £3500 Inc taxes / $3700 exc taxes / 4000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP4KL00
Serial Number JBxxxxx
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight 6.5 g
Width 15 mm...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.5g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.4g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
Box - I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra 4-Motif Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the Pure Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 4 lucky clover motifs inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Completed wi...
Category
2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 3.0g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
B...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.0g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace K18YG - 5.1g - VCARA45800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels
Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace
Metal Type: K18Yellow Gold
Weight 5.1g
Condi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloche Carnelian 5 Motifs Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are distinguished by their unique, timeless elegance. Inspired by the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Turquoise Clover White Gold Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a classic & unique sweet Alhambra turquoise stud earrings set in a four prong 18k white gold halo clover design.
Comes with original box.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 'Rose de Noel' White Coral Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Rose de Noël' collection, introduced in the 1970s and still cherished today, captures the delicate beauty of flowers, a signature motif of the Maison since 1906. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional Information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Alhambra
Material: Yellow gold (18K)
Condition details:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
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 Perlée Signature Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Small Model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
The Perlée signature jewelry creations are engraved with the arabesques of a calligraphed Van Cleef & Arpels signature. Polished to a mirror finish, they create a distinctively moder...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Fancy Yellow and White Diamond "CAMELLIA" Clip-Brooch.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Fancy Yellow Diamond and Near Colorless White Diamond "CAMELLIA" brooch.
50 Yellow Diamonds and 138 White Diamonds set in Platinum, 14K Yellow Gold and White ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Shaped Scalloped Design Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Shaped Scalloped Design Ring.
43 Round Brilliant Diamonds and Hammered Shank.
Circa - 1980's
Size - 5.25
18K Yellow Gold
Signed - VCA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs White Gold Long Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Long Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Earrings are an exquisite pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery Set Frivole Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These Three-Dimensional Flower Ear Clips provide an enchanting spectacle in perpetual bloom. Van Cleef & Arpels Captures This Beautifully with Their Mystery Setting Featuring Blue an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K White Gold Guilloche Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet puts the brands iconic clover-shaped design boldly on display. Crafted from 18K White Gold, it measures 7.5 long and features a seri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Chalcedony White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2247
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
RRP £3150 Including taxes / $3,350 Excluding taxes / €3600 Including taxes
Model VCARD34900
Serial Number JA****
Metal 18k Whit...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is fake, first look for markings. Authentic pieces will have the brand name or "VCA," a serial number, the hallmark of the metal and a trademark symbol. In addition, look at the clasps. Signs of soldering or poor quality hardware may indicate a replica. Find a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
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