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 Gold Bow Clip Brooch
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 Ruby Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold.
A petite butterfly brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels dating from the 1980s. This abstract pin features a quatrefoil w...
Category
1980s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Bow Clip Brooch
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
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 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
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 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 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
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 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 Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Young Lion Yellow Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and regal elegance, behold the Van Cleef & Arpels Lion 14K Brooch Pin. Exclusively curated for those with a discerni...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2299
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
RRP £6,750 Inc taxes / $ 7,200Excl taxes / 7,850€ Incl taxes
Model VCARP2AU00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Ston...
Category
2010s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a magnificent creation in 18k yellow gold, showcasing a floral mot...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold. ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 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
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 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 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
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 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 & 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 Rose de Noel Gold Diamonds and Coral Large Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Collection clip Brooch, measuring 2 inches in Diameter, comprised of 6 Light Pink Coral Pedals with an 18k Yellow Gold center set with 7 Round Brillia...
Category
Early 2000s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Mabe Pearl Frog Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
A pin and pendant in one, this Van Cleef & Arpels creation would make a fine choice to reinvent your style with playful accessorizing. This 18K yellow gold piece of jewelry features ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k 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 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
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Scarecrow Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels gem studded yellow gold scarecrow clip brooch circa 1966. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ1018A. Scroll down for specific details. This charming little fellow is a marvel of design and workmanship embodying the standards of excellence that are Van Cleef & Arpels' signature traits. That sets it apart. The body is made up of straws formed by shaggy-looking gold. Topped by a windblown scarf sheltering a head formed by a large green onyx bead supporting a golden top hat stuffed with more golden straws. Its coat is buttoned by a pair of sparkling Van Cleef diamonds...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapel Pin
Cabochon Cut Red Ruby Est .50 cts
16 Brilliant Cut Diamonds .50 cts
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 Lucky Spring Multi Gemstone 18k Rose Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring brooch is an exquisite piece of jewelry featuring an array of vibrant gemstones set in 18k rose gold. The design exud...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Model: Lucky Animals Lion
Gemstone: O...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Fine and rare brooch by Van Cleef and Arpels, of French origin and circa late 20th Century. This brooch is made in the likeness of a small dog with a rolled up newspaper in its mout...
Category
Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Flower Bouquet Brooch.
A bouquet brooch set with 11 turquoise and 35 round diamonds approximately 3.25 cts.
Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels and...
Category
1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 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 vintage 18kt. yellow gold Leaf brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Braintree, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage 18kt. yellow gold Leaf brooch.
Designer : Van Cleef & Arpels
Made in France, Circa 1960's
Fully hallmarked. (Van Cleef & Arpels, 750, Serial Number, Frenc...
Category
1960s European Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
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 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
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
An 18 karat yellow gold flower motif brooch set with 76 round cut diamonds and 4 cabochon turquoise
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y. an...
Category
1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Gemstone: Diamond, Pearl
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s 18 carat gold sapphire and diamond flower brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
The design of this outstanding Van Cleef & Arpels 18 carat gold brooch from the 1960s centres around a 5.66 carat Ceylon sapphire. The centre stone is adorned with 18 round cut diamo...
Category
1960s American Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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 Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’ brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This brooch
is designed in floral motif, featuring six Mother of Pearl petals and center set with eight round brill...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels brooch will serve as a stunning addition to any jewelry collection. The intricate design is crafted from 18K yellow gold and beautifully depicts a bir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18 carat White gold and 18 carat yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires and Diamonds.
Brooch VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Dragonfly, ...
Category
1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
An openwork butterfly design with round brilliant-cut diamonds of ...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum ‘Un Cercle’ Clip Brooch Circa 1931
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A fabulous Art Deco ‘Un Cercle’ clip brooch by Van Cleef and Arpels c.1931, the brooch of open circular form set throughout with brilliant cut diamonds, embellished to each side with baguette diamonds and to the centre front with an angular geometric motif channel set with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds, the lower half with cut out details adding to the contrast between the curved and straight edges, all in platinum with a hinged opening, the top right quarter folding forwards to allow the brooch to be clipped in place. This is an iconic VCA design that has featured in books and exhibitions on the jewellery of this prestigious Maison. An archival advert for ‘Un Cercle’ shows how versatile the clip is, the clever mechanism allowing it to be pinned easily to hats, clothing and even an evening bag. Anywhere you need a touch of pure glamour, pin the ‘Circle’ and it is instantly elevated.
Maker
Van Cleef & Arpels
Period
Circa 1931
Origin
French
Gemstones
14 x baguette diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of approximately 1.2cts
81 x brilliant cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of approximately 6.4cts
Setting
Platinum signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bte SGDC numbered and with workshop mark for Rubel Freres and French assay mark
Weight
23 grams
Dimensions
4.9cm / 1.9” in diameter
0.5cm / 0.2” wide at narrowest point tapering to 1.1cm / 0.43” at widest point
Condition
Very fine
Literature & Exhibitions
See ‘Set in Style – The Jewellery of Van Cleef & Arpels’, Sarah D. Coffin p.225 for an image of this brooch design alongside an archival advert for it.
Directors Notes
The names of Jean and Robert Rubel are relatively unknown today but during the 1920s and 30s they ran one of the most important jewellery workshops in Paris. Responsible for creating many beautiful and iconic jewels of the period, predominantly for Van Cleef & Arpels, the firm was one of the ‘unsung heroes’ of French haute joaillerie in the first half of the 20th Century. Before emigrating from Hungary to France, the brothers had run a successful jewellery shop in their native Budapest. They settled in Paris and opened a workshop at 22 rue Vivienne, not far from the Place Vendôme, in 1915. They gradually built their business and reputation for fine quality craftsmanship and within ten years they were working for some of the most prestigious Parisian jewellers. One such client was Van Cleef & Arpels who began working with Rubel Frères sometime around 1923 and the two firms would go on to form a close working relationship that would last for twenty years. They remained in Paris, quietly creating their masterpieces for sale in the Place Vendome boutiques, until 1939. It was then that they were offered the opportunity to move to America where Van Cleef & Arpels had recently opened offices. The two brothers were asked to set up and supervise a workshop in New York which would make the Van Cleef jewellery...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Design Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bow Design Vintage Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Details:
Weight: 26 grams
Measurements: 43mm x 22mm
Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 750 DR01.00YG ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18KYG Rose de Noel Diamond Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Naples, FL
Experience the epitome of luxury with the Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël Brooch. Crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this masterpiece captures the essence of elegance and grace. Ado...
Category
20th Century European Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin, Italian
18 karat yellow gold, with a textured small bird motif and a spiral back; marked VCA, 18k, Made in Italy, 750
Size: width 1.5 cm, length ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of whimsical bees. Encrusted with glittering white diamonds, two pins feature vivid gr...
Category
20th Century French Retro Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
1960s vintage Van Cleef & Arpels brooch, in 18k gold, with approx. 0.60ctw FG/VVS diamonds. Brooch measures 1 5/8" x 1 5/8". Hallmarked Van Cleef & Arpels, 750, 10400, French mark. W...
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1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bacchus Wine God Gold Brooch Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k gold brooch, depicting Bacchus, the God of wine. Brooch measures 1.75" x 1.5". Hallmarked Van Cleef & Arpels, 35361. Weight of the piece - 19.8 grams.
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clematis Diamond Coral Gold Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Classic and delicate clematis flower brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels, set with six angel skin coral petals, and approx. 1.75ctw in FG/VVS diamonds. Brooch measures 2" x 2". Marked: VCA 750...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A petite butterfly brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels dating from the 1980s. This abstract pin features a quatrefoil with oval-cut radiant rubies framed with white round brilliant diamonds...
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1980s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Jester Diamond Coral Enamel Clip Brooch Yellow Gold Cased
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA) Mid-Century Jester diamond, coral and green enamel clip brooch in 18kt yellow and white gold, France, in maker’s case, circ...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Jade Lily Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Antique Circa 1920
[Attributed to the French Lalique pieces - same era]
The Latin word for this type of flower [Lily] is 'Lilium' - symbolic of Purity, Innocence, & Rebirth.. The mo...
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1920s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Brooches
Materials
Jade, Diamond, Gold, 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 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 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024No single Van Cleef & Arpels stone is the most durable. A few stones commonly used by the jewelry maker compete for the title. Among them are carnelian, tiger's eye, onyx and agate. All four of these stones have a hardness rating of 7.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Keep in mind that how well you care for and store your jewelry, not just its materials, will impact its longevity. Following the care instructions provided by Van Cleef & Arpels can help your piece stand the test of time. Explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels became popular early in the 20th century. Many trend-setting women of the time sported Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. The jewelry house’s fashion-conscious clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. Its popularity has continued to the present day. Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels's quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 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.