Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
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 Coral Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels presents a mesmerizing creation: a stylized butterfly adorned with exquisite coral inlaid wings. The wings, a rich opaque medium reddish-orange hue, captivate the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960 Paris Brooch 18kt Gold with 4.64cts Diamonds & Rubies
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brooch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Very beautiful piece, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1960. This brooch has been crafted in t...
Category
1960s French Post-War Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Chrysoprase and Coral Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Doubling as a Brooch or a Pendant, featuring Natural Chrysoprase & Natural Angelskin Coral - crafted completely in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, clearly in multiple techniques of gold-smithi...
Category
1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Chrysophrase, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Rose De Noel Brooch with VVS Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful brooch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Very chic Rose de Noel flower brooch with diamonds. Crafted in France in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and finished with very high...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.89 Carat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Clip 18 Karat Yellow
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Charleston, SC
Van Cleef & Arpels Clip in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum. Signed Piece. Holds 3.69 Carats of Yellow Sapphires and 0.20 Carats of Diamonds in the Platinum band that pinches the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Rose De Noel Large Model Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Rose De Noël Large Model Brooch. This exquisite piece epitomizes the artistry and luxury synonymous with Van Cleef & Arpe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Made in France 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Clip 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Made in France 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Clip 1960s Vintage
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch. Truly a great piece at a great price...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Daphne 3-Piece Dragon Fly Brooch Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Captivating Jewelry Full of Loveliness and Elegance This Magnificent Dragonfly Brooch Set Features Three Pieces:
- 1 Large Brooch in 18K White Gold, Generously Festooned with Pink S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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-2510
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2017
RRP £6,150 Inc taxes / $ 6,550 Excl taxes / 7,150€ Incl taxes
Model VCARP2AZ00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx, ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels France 18 Karat Bow Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold bow brooch. The wonderful three dimensional design with a mixture of mat and polished gold give this lovely b...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 7 Carats Diamond 18k Yellow Gold brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Rome, IT
Discover the exquisite elegance of this Van Cleef & Arpels brooch, marked with the number 31758. Adorned with a total of 7 carats of stunning diamonds, predominantly in the F-G color...
Category
1990s American Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 14.00 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum Mid Century Ribbon Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a scrolling ribbon knot comprised of transitional and baguette cut diamonds
Weighing approximately 6.08 carats total - G/H color with VS2 clarity
Prong and channel set w...
Category
1950s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Emerald Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Emerald Pendant Brooch
An important vintage Van Cleef and Arpels brooch adorned with carved emeralds and 71 round cut diamonds. Can be worn as a pendant
S...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Circles of Diamond Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Important and Rare signed VCA 1930's Gouche on tracing paper of circles in gold with brillant round and baguettes diamonds, can be used as a clipped on to a collar or a bag, weight 1...
Category
1930s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Clematis Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold, Framed Wood Petals Accented by 3 Round Gold Beads Set a top a Flare Design.
Circa - 1980's
Approximate Length - 3"
Approximate Width - 2"
Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Rose De Noel Coral and Diamond Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
"Christmas Rose" brooch comprises 18K yellow gold, diamonds, and stunning light pink sculpted angel skin coral and features brilliant diamonds set on a coruscating sunburst of gold.
...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage "Forget me Not" Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Made up of Five Flowers Whose Petals are Formed by Sapphires and Rubies Centered Around Brilliant Diamonds and set atop Resplendent Foliage. Wrapped as a Bouquet with a Golden Plaque...
Category
1940s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Rose De Noel Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These Christmas roses, bloom in midwinter like promises of happiness. The brooch is handcrafted with 18K yellow gold, diamonds, orange angel skin coral crafted into pedals, and round...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold and Diamond Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Elegant white gold and diamond brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels in the form of a leaf, 1950s.
The slightly curved, pointed leaf is pavé-set with 62 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 3.1 ca...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Sapphire Swan Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Weston, MA
Designed as a perfect swan, this brooch is set with round diamonds and a marquise-cut sapphire eye, mounted in 18k yellow gold. The contrast of the 18k yellow gold against the full-c...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Camellia Brooch and Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dazzling Brilliance Radiates from Every Angle, Thanks to the Meticulously Pave-Set Diamonds Fashioned in an Open Three-Dimensional Design Capturing the Alluring Delicate Essence of C...
Category
1990s Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Yellow Gold Flower Brooch and Earrings Suite, Cir
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and gold flower brooch and earrings suite, with a brooch with two flowers and a pair of single flower earrings, with clusters of round brilliant-cut diam...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Lapis Malachite Humming Bird Yellow Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2403
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
Model Lucky Animals
Serial Number VCARP2B000
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Sapphire, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite
Weight Approx 14.7 ...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.20ct Diamond & Coral Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Add color to an outfit while still looking chic with this vintage Van Cleef & Arpels flower brooch. It is expertly crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and decorated with a central clust...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Wood Diamond 18K White Gold Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Wood Diamond 18k White Gold Butterfly Brooch is a breathtaking testament to the brand's mastery of craftsmanship and creativity. This exquisite piece seamlessl...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1.75 Carat Coral & Round Diamonds Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
A whimsical Coral and Diamond flower brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. Consisting of marquise-shaped coral and round diamond weighing approximately 1.75 carats, G color VVS2 quality. Set...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Flying Butterfly Necklace and Detachable Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold and Diamond Flying Butterfly Necklace with detachable Butterfly is a beautiful and whimsical piece of jewelry that captures the elegance and grace o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Socrate" Collection Diamond Necklace/Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Socrate" Collection Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold and Diamonds. Feature two intricate three demential floral blooms inspired by the beauty of nature. Crafted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Le Pisson De La Mer Tropicale Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Masterstroke of Creativity with an Explosion of Color, this Van Cleef & Arpels Brooch Expresses its Design Through a Vibrant Oval Shaped Black Opal Reminiscent of the Caribbean Sea...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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 Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel and Diamond Panda Brooch, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel and Diamond Panda Brooch made in 18k Gold. From the year 1986. Clip signed VCA, numbered.
SKU: 1501
Category
20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible stunning Van Cleef & Arpels brooch pendant is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a diamond accents with a cabochon ruby eye, a black enamel nose, and a...
Category
1960s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Brooch 18k Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, a bold and chunky clip brooch designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Stamped VCA 750 and serial number.
Good condition, no defects.
Dimensions: 4 x 2 cm ...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and sapphire vintage leaf brooch from the 1970s is a stunning and timeless piece of jewelry, reflecting the elegance and craftsmanship for which the b...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This brooch comes with service paper from VCA store in New York and a VCA box.
With 3 roun...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch.
A Saint Bernard dog brooch featuring pave diamonds, a ruby as the tongue & black enamel nose & eyes.
Diamond Weight: approximately 8.15 cara...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Brooch 18k Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, a bold and chunky clip brooch designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Stamped VCA 750 and serial number.
Good condition, no defects.
Dimensions: 5 x 1.5 c...
Category
Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
VCA 1960s 18k gold, turquoise, ruby and diamond chick brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1960s VCA chick brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with small round cut diamonds and rubies with a large cabochon turquoise as its egg. It would make a fine ad...
Category
1960s American Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k 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 Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Retro Gold Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Retro 1950s Van Cleef & Arpels clip, set in 18k yellow gold. Measures 1 5/8" x 0.75". Hallmarked on the back - Van Cleef & Arpels. Weight of the piece - 16.9 grams.
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance, showcasing the renowned sophistication of the esteemed jewelry house. Craft...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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, c...
Category
1970s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 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 Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Large Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Ruby Foliate Brooch 3 1/8 Inches Long
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful foliate brooch, crafted by esteemed maker Van Cleef & Arpels in 1958 is a classic design. Consists of one leaf gently resting on top of a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Dragonfly Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous figural "dragonfly" clip. Made, signed and numbered by VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. 18K white gold, pave set brilliant white diamonds (2.55 carats, F-G, VVS). 1 3/4"x 1 1/2." A spark...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog with Newspaper Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Embrace the whimsical charm of this rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch, of French origin and circa late 20th Century. Meticulously c...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Emerald Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Lion Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels brooch features a fabulous lion design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, green emerald eyes, and a black enamel nose...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Péry et Fils Diamond Flower Brooch Pair, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Flower Brooches by Pery et Fils made in 18k Gold and with Diamonds. Each flower is designed with textured gold petals with diamonds. Paris, Circa 1980. N...
Category
Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
Beautiful Van Cleef and Arpels tie pin with ten round cut diamonds and cabochon ruby.
Signed: VCA and numb...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible set Sapphire Bow
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels Retro period Large Bow Brooch with Invisible Sapphire setting .
Category
20th Century French Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Sapphire
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapel Pin
Cabochon Cut Red Ruby Est .50 cts
16 Brilliant Cut Diamonds .50 cts
Cute little flower pen 20 x 10 mm.
Hallmarked VCA
French Eagles head
Workshop mark...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Large 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wood Clematis Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels large clematis flower brooch, the flowerhead centering three round brilliant-cut diamonds within a gold wire spray surrounded by five carved wood petals each withi...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
A brooch featuring six blue chalcedony petals, 23 round cabochon sapphires, and approximately 3.30 carats of 78 round cut dia...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1925 Paris Lapel Clip Watch Platinum With 2.17 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco lapel clip watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Fabulous and very rare lapel clip watch, created during the art deco period in Paris Fr...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 16 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .33ct
1 cabochon emeral...
Category
20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18 Karat Gold Magnolia Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Van Cleef & Arpels, this beautiful brooch is from the Magnolia collection.
• Metal:18 Karat Yellow Gold
• Circa: 1980s
• Gemstone: 6 Diamonds=.49 carats
• Weight: 11.4 grams
• D...
Category
1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Gemstone Floral Motif Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
One beautiful brooch crafted by famed designer Van Cleef & Arpels. The brooch is crafted to depict a large flower as details are seen throughout. The brooch shows multiple layers ...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels brooches 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 brooches, from our inventory of 130, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 161 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 brooches by Christian Dior, Cartier, and Christian Lacroix. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,500 and tops out at $1,200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $28,250.
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- 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 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, 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 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.