Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Mystery, luck and the natural world inspire the elegant bracelet designs of Van Cleef & Arpels, the French luxury house founded on a love story. The marriage of a precious stone dealer’s daughter, Estelle Arpels, to the son of a diamond cutter, Alfred Van Cleef, in 1895 led to the creation of Van Cleef & Arpels. Its first shop opened in Paris in 1906.
Over a century later, the brand provides a fresh take on its enduring motifs as well as innovations that show off high-quality rare stones and expert gem settings. Bracelets are just one of its acclaimed jewelry offerings.
At Van Cleef & Arpels, bracelets range from the understated Perlée bracelets with loops of golden beads to the extravagant Mystery Set pieces created through an intricate and laborious technique patented in 1933 for holding dazzling rows of precious stones, such as sapphires and emeralds, on a hidden gold-rail setting. This can take a skilled jeweler up to eight hours to accomplish.
In addition to the modern-day attention that British royals have lavished upon necklaces from the maison’s Alhambra collection, various Van Cleef bracelets have accrued high-profile admirers over the years too. A stately platinum, pearl and diamond bracelet was part of the wedding set gifted by Prince Rainier III to Grace Kelly for their 1956 marriage; a decadent ruby and diamond buckle-like cuff produced by Van Cleef & Arpels for Marlene Dietrich in 1937 made an eye-catching appearance on the actress’s wrist in the 1950 Alfred Hitchcock film Stage Fright.
Many of the most popular Van Cleef bracelets have been interpretations of natural forms, such as the Alhambra motif — based on a four-leaf clover, the theme was introduced in 1968 on a long gold chain. The Camellia Ruby convertible bracelet features radiant flowers with petals made from tiers of non-heat-treated rubies and diamonds. Whether it’s the playful Lucky Alhambra bracelet, with its dangling charms of good fortune, or the elaborate bracelet in the 2017 Le Secret collection that can change its colors from onyx to mother-of-pearl as if by magic, each Van Cleef & Arpels accessory is a wearable work of art.
Find a sprawling collection of Van Cleef & Arpels link bracelets, yellow-gold and diamond bangles and other items on 1stDibs.
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Pearl, 18k Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold
2010s French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Gold
20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Onyx, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Yellow Gold
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Coral, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
1990s American Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Carnelian, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Rose Gold
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Malachite, White Gold, 18k Gold
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2010s Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets for sale on 1stDibs
1stDibs offers a range of Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets. Each of these unique items has been designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish Van Cleef & Arpels antique or vintage jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Van Cleef & Arpels diamond bracelets can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 101. In this collection we have 172 pieces, as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. modern and contemporary are some of the most popular styles of Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets available on 1stDibs. 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 bracelets by David Webb, Hermès and Bvlgari. Prices for Van Cleef's bracelets can vary depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at $1,144 and tops out at $675,000, while pieces like these can sell for $28,850 on average.
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- 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, 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023No, you typically can't shower wearing a Van Cleef & Arpels necklace. You should remove all fine jewelry before you shower. Doing so will help to protect your pieces from damage from the water and the chemicals in shampoo, soap, body wash and other personal care products. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces.
- 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 13, 2023Yes, you can wear Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry every day, provided you aren’t engaging in any activities that might damage your accessories. Take off your jewelry whenever you are exercising or performing work-related duties that could expose it to chemicals or otherwise result in physical damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is made out of real gold. The brand produces its earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other pieces out of 18-karat rose, yellow and white gold. Platinum is another popular material for Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Van Cleef & Arpels gold jewelry.