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 Arpels. 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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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 1970 Retro Modern Textured Cufflinks In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of retro modernist cufflinks designed by Van Cleef & Arpels This is a beautiful pair of retro modernist cufflinks created by the French jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arp...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pisces Zodiac Cufflinks 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfield, CT
Van Cleef & Arpels Pisces Zodiac Cufflinks 18K Yellow Gold These Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks were made with extreme precision and skill in 18k yellow gold, weighing 22.2 gr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Shell 18k Yellow Gold Alhambra Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cufflinks are a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and luxury. Fashioned from 18k yellow gold, these cufflinks exude sophistication and elegance. The design...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Sapphire 18K Gold Square Bar Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Exuding timeless sophistication, these Van Cleef & Arpels vintage cufflinks are a testament to the brand's mastery in haute joaillerie. Crafted from radiant 18K yellow gold, the desi...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold and Ruby set Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks, having a Ribbed Bar design, the smaller portion is hinged for easy self on and off, the center sections are set with stepped ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Mystery-Set Men's Cufflink and Dress Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and extremely rare set of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery-Set cufflinks and dress-set, made in platinum and gold. The buttons ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18-Carat Gold Cufflinks with Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
These are Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks made of 18-carat gold, lapis lazuli, and diamonds. The cufflinks are signed vca and numbered. makers mark of STe LFV (Lasbleiz,fournier,vitiel...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Vintage French Van Cleef & Arpels 18ct Gold Stirrup Cufflinks, Circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A pair of French, Van Cleef & Arpels 18ct gold stirrup cufflinks, with a heavy ribbed design, with concealed openings in the centre and hinged white gold curved back plates, sign...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Retro Ruby 14 K Yellow Gold Cufflinks stud set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Designed as chain link-style cufflinks terminating with gold spheres set randomly throughout with round Ruby Cabochons. 24 cabochons Round cut genuine rubies adorn these Van Cleef & Arpels cuff links, bezel set, weighing approx 0.80 carats connected bt a link chain. Handcrafted in 14 K yellow gold. The rubies are transparent medium purplish red in color. Numbered 23200 and fully signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY. Circa: 1950s Spheres measure: 0.93 mm in Diameter for the cufflinks and the studs 0.82 mm in DIameter Total length: 3.70 cm Total weight: 23.35 grams Perfect for any occasion with these Unisex VCA NY vintage Cufflinks and stud...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Sapphire Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY, these 18 karat gold cufflinks are lined with sapphires on the middle. Total weight: 16.8 grams. Length: 2.5 cm. Serial No. 12V25-16
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Baton Vintage Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pass the baton. These vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18 karat yellow gold and sapphire baton cufflinks will be a legacy to pass on. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Circa 1970-80. To...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother Of Pearl Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Pure Alhambra Cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels. These rare cufflinks from Van Cleef & Arpels are part of the prestigious Pure Alhambra collecti...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Ruby and 18ct Yellow Gold Baton Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A pair of ruby and yellow gold double sided baton cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels, c.1970. The batons are designed as fluted cylindrical batons in 18ct yellow gold, each terminal of ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Classic Onyx Diamond Gold Cufflinks and Stud Dress Tuxedo Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k gold cufflinks & studs set by Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring diamonds in the center, approx. 0.80ctw G/VS, and onyx rim. Cufflink top measures 0.5" in diameter, 7/16" in d...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Mystery Set Sapphire Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Invisible Set Sapphire Cufflinks A pair of mystery-set cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels, set with 64 square-cu...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Retro 18k Ruby Five Piece Cufflink and Button Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely cufflink and button set from the legendary maker Van Cleef & Arpels in the Retro (ca1940s) era! This set includes a pair of cufflinks and three matching buttons with connect...
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Sapphire Gold Double Baton Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
18kt rose gold and star set sapphire double baton cufflinks, by Van Cleef & Arpels. A superb example utilizing a quintessential VC&A stone setting style. Made in France, signed, numbered and properly hallmarked for 100% authenticity. Complimentary overnight delivery...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
A pair sapphire and gold cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A pair sapphire and gold cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels, each link in the form of baton embellished with six round faceted sapphires in star-setting, mounted in yellow gold and conn...
Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1970s Ribbed Baton VCA Cufflinks – 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A timeless expression of understated elegance, these vintage Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks from the 1970s are crafted in 18K yellow gold and feature a sleek baton design with elegant ...
Yellow Gold
VCA Gold Key Ring 18k c1970s France
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. This tasteful eighteen-karat gold key ring by VCA is the perfect accessory. Yellow and white gold are twisted together for a sophisti...
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1930s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cuff Links
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Art Deco platinum cuff links with diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels. The cuff links have 8 baguette diamonds with an approximate ...
Diamond, Platinum
1960's Van Cleef & Arpels French Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Knot Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Link style cufflinks terminate with matching round twisted knot motifs Deeply grooved and centering bezel set sapphire cabochons Weighing approximately 1.32 carats total Transparent ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Diamond Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Diamond Cufflinks Each cufflinks with five round brilliant cut diamonds in the middle. Total weight 16.8 grams In excellent condition
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Sapphire Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold sapphire cufflinks, signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY 12 V 25 .16 18K, sapphires weight 1.20 ct, top of cufflinks measures 1/2 x 3/8 inch...
Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 14 Karat Yellow Interchangeable Baton Cufflink Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef and Arpels 14 karat yellow gold baton cufflink set circa 1970. An outstanding vintage set of baton cufflinks, each featuring a 14 karat yellow gold T-bar terminal which is...
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels RARE 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pyramid Design Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
-Good condition. Vintage. -18k Yellow Gold -Weight: 11gr -Dimension: 0.5x1.1”
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels dress set consisting of a pair of cufflinks and 3 studs . The cufflinks and stud set come with the original Van Cleef & Arpels suede box. Chevron pattern set with...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Gold and Ruby Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Austin, TX
A gorgeous and elegant pair of Van Cleef and Arpels 18K yellow gold square cufflinks set with rubies, early 1960's, New York. The heavy gold links of square form with rounded corners. Each square quadrisected by overlapping, twisted and textured gold rope designs.. The rounded corners all with a single .05ct ruby...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Wood Baton 18k Yellow Gold 1960s Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning circa Mid-20th century authentic Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature 2 interchangeable reeded wood batons with polished gold mounti...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Tiger's Eye Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These vintage Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks features a chic oval design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with tiger eye stones. Made in France circa 1970s. Measurements: 0.66" (17mm...
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx 18 Karat Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18 karat gold featuring 24 round brilliant cut diamonds and black onyx. Weight 12.4 gr./8.0 dwt. Signed VCA 83 B 9102 X 28 750 with hallmarks. Front and backs measure 1...
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Ruby Gold Baton Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Ruby Gold Baton Cufflinks An 18k yellow gold Baton cufflinks, set with ruby, signed Van Cleef & Arpels circa 1970s; French
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Gold Grooved Bar Ruby Men VCA Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Classic Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels French 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Cuff links. Elevate your formal attire with these sophisticated Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 1.20...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery-Set Ruby Cufflinks And Shirt Studs
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold 5 pieces mystery-set ruby cufflinks, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. circa the 1990s
Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Stirrup Cufflinks, Circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A pair of French, Van Cleef & Arpels 18ct gold stirrup cufflinks, with reeded engraving, with concealed openings in the centre and hinged white gold curved back plates, signed V.C.A,...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold and Wood Plaque Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Wood plaques, 18k yellow gold (French marks), signed V.C.A., maker's marks, numbered Size/Dimensions: cufflink head 10.85 mm Gross Weight: 5.4 dwts
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vca French 18k Gold Wood Checkerboard Rectangular Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montclair, NJ
Authentic Designer Van Cleef & Arpels Vca French 18k Gold Wood Checkerboard Rectangular Cufflinks Stones: 4 Wood - Rectangular Cut - Brown Color Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold Wei...
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Stirrup Cufflinks Yellow and White Gold Circa 1960's
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
A stylish pair of Van Cleef & Arpels stirrup cufflinks in 18-karat yellow and white gold, circa 1960. Each cufflink is designed as a stirrup with ridged engraving, with a hinged clic...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA 1960s Sapphire Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960s 18k gold cufflinks by Van Cleef & Aprles, with blue sapphires. Each top is 15mm x 10mm. Marked: Van Cleef & Arpels, NY, 12 V 25.16, 18k. Weight - 16.8 grams.
Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Gold Classic Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic 18k gold Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks, with onyx and approx. 0.64ctw F/VVS diamonds. Cufflink top is 12mm in diameter. Marked: VCA, B 9102X28, 83, French marks. Weigh...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA 1970s Wood Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage 1970s 18k gold cufflinks by Van Cleef & Arpels, with wood. Each top is 11 x 11mm, back - 9 x 9mm. Marked: V.C.A, French marks, B...
Gold