Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
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 Diamond Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels
MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
WEIGHT: 4.7 grams
RING SIZE: 5.75
HALLMARKS: VCA, 18K, & the serial number
A clas...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Ring signed VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels ring in gardooned yellow gold, set with an important carved pink coral surrounded by 14 round cut diamonds.
Signed VCA and numbered.
Made in the 60'.
...
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Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mother Of Pearl Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Heart Cut Mother Of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with a beautiful top grade mother of pearl displaying...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Ring.
A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with a beautiful diamond accented heart sh...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Band Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring.
This beautifully made ring by VCA features a curved dome design with three rows of beautifully set Pavé diamon...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring.
This beautifully made ring by VCA features a curved dome design with three rows of beautifully set Pavé diamo...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Dome Signet Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 10 Carat Blue Star Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage (almost antique) ring by French fine jewellery house Van...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Diamond Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Van Cleef & Arpels pave diamond 18k gold dome ring.
The dome has angled corners with the diamonds set in four rows. This design called “a boule ring”, which stands for the rings with a domed head embellished with pave gems. The term came from the French word “ball”, or “globe” reflecting the ring’s round shape.
This VCA diamond ring...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Vintage Diamond and 18ct Yellow Gold Bombe Shaped Ring Circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond and yellow gold dress ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, 1980s. The ring is designed with three channels of white round brilliant cut diamonds graduating in size, all grai...
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Late 20th Century American Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombé Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Created circa 1995, this Van Cleef & Arpels NY diamond bombé ring is set in 18K Yellow gold. The high domed form is pave-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds Estimated 3.15 cts
Be...
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1990s American Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis and Diamond Philippine Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis And Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Philippine Ring
Brand- Van Cleef & Arpels
Model- Philippine Ring
Product Type- Ring
Serial Number- B5***
Material(s)- 18ct Yell...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel Polka Dot Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage dome ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, made of 18k gold, features enamel. The enamel drops are mount-flush set into the gold which creates a fun polka dot pattern on the ring. Along with the dome shape, it conveys a sweet, yet elegance feel for the ring. A subdued, greenish gold hue makes the dark red enamel color really pop. This polka dot VCA gold ring...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Tiger’s Eye Gold Vintage Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique vintage ring by Van Cleef & Arpels made of 18k gold and a tiger’s eye.
The ring perfectly displays a gorgeous luster of the tiger’s eye. The gem’s glossy beauty is enhanced ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond 18k Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage (almost antique) ring by French fine jewelle...
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980's Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis and Diamond Dress Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Van Cleef and Arpels lapis and diamond bombe dress ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring features a unique plaited desi...
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1980s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond and Onyx Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created circa 1985, this Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond and onyx bombé ring is set in 18K gold. The high domed form is pave-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds interspersed with circular-cut onyx spots. Beautifully balanced and proportioned, this sparkling black and white cocktail ring combines a playful spirit with serious glamor.
Product Details:
Item #: R-20881
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: 1985
Size: 6.5 (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information)
Materials: 90 round diamonds...
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Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Dome Ring in 18k yellow gold.
This ring has 91 round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approximately 4.35ct, Color: F/G, Clartity: VS. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Set Yellow And White Diamond Bombe Dress Ring Cira 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A striking yellow and white diamond bombe dress ring by Van Cleef & Arpels c.1980s, the ring with a high domed profile and shaped wrap-over twist design, formed of a band of pavé set...
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Late 20th Century American Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1950s 'Province' Ruby Bombe Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1950s 'Province' Ruby Bombe Ring
A bejeweled mid-century retro ring by Van Cleef & Arpels exhibiting a design emblematic of ...
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1950s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Abalone Diamond Honeycomb Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat gold domed band ring showcases a unique honeycomb pattern, adorned with stunning inset abalone, and framed by round brilliant-cut diamonds....
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Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1980's 9.86 CTW Sapphire Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 8.62 carats - transparent medium blue
Set with talon prongs with a halo surround of round brilliant cut diamonds
Fla...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond, Turquoise and Onyx Dress Ring, circa 1990s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A stylish diamond, onyx and turquoise dress ring by Van Cleef & Arpels c.1990s, the ring of rounded bombe form and asymmetric design composed of three tapered sections one on top of ...
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1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Ring. Sz. 54
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a fluted design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with fluted lapiz lazuli and round brilliant-cut F-G-H VS1-VS2 diamonds weig...
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1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Ruby and Diamond Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1960s, this 18K gold and platinum bombé ring is set with rubies and diamonds. The high volume bombé form is set with fields of circular-cut rubies, interspersed with three arced lines of round brilliant-cut diamonds. This exuberant 1960s ring is an inspired, artist...
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Mid-20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombe Sequin Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Bombe Sequin Ring in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond weight approx. 3.90 carats total. Measures approx. 0.65″ in width tapering to approx. 0.25″, 1″ in length, 0....
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1980s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Ring White Gold Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra domed ring, made of 18k white gold, featuring diamond.
Diamonds are round brilliant cut, 13 stones in total, carat weight is 0.45 points.
This Van Cleef Alhambra ring...
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1990s French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Bombe Wood Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Bombe cocktail ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
A vintage modernist ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpe...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris No-Heat Burma Sapphire Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the late 1930s by Van Cleef & Arpels Paris, this Burma sapphire and diamond ring is mounted in platinum. The ring centers three vertically-set cushion-cut sapphires, weighing 1.96, 1.21, and 1.20 carats, flanked by two canted rows of calibré-cut sapphires mounted on either side of an domed step, and arched shoulders set with graduating round-cut diamonds. Densely set with royal blue Burma sapphires, and rich in artistic impact, this streamlined masterpiece by Van Cleef & Arpels is a statement of sculptural monumentality in miniature.
Product Details:
Item #: R-20587
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: Late 1930s
Size: (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information)
Materials: 1 cushion-cut sapphire (approximate total weight 1.20 carats); 1 cushion-cut sapphire (approximate total weight 1.96 carats); 1 cushion-cut sapphire (with approximate total weight 1.21 carats); 10 round diamonds (approximate total weight 1.00 carats); platinum
Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels Brevete. s.g.d.g. 48551 French assay marks and maker's mark
Documentation: Accompanied by American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) reports nos. 1123997, 1123998, and 1123999, all dated 15 July 2022, stating that the three largest sapphires are of Burma (Myanmar) origin, with no evidence of heat enhancement.
Literature: For important mid-century jewels with a similar sculptural character, see Van Cleef & Arpels, Reflections of Eternity, by Marc Petit...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Question Mark' 18ct Gold Swirl Ring Circa 1980s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A diamond and white gold dress ring by Van Cleef & Arpels c.1980s, the asymmetric ring in 18ct white gold designed as a three-dimensional tapering swirl with angled profile, one side...
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Late 20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels "Angel's Skin" Coral and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Cocktail Ring.
1 Cabochon angel skin coral with round cut side diamonds set in 18k yellow gold.
Ring Size: 6.5
Signed, Van Cleef...
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1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleefs & Arpels 1970 Cocktail Bombe Ring in 18Kt with Diamond & Rock Quartz
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Bombe cocktail ring by Van Cleefs & Arpels.
Great one of a kind modernist cocktail ring, created by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleefs & Arpels, back in the 1970. This rare ele...
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Quartz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Dome Lattice Ring with 3.71 carat Round Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This mesmerizing, signed, Van Cleef & Arpels ring is an exceptional example of fine craftsmanship and impeccable style. Set with a GIA certified 3.71 carat round brilliant cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Philippine Diamond Dome Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
1960-1970 Classic Van Cleef & Arpels signed and numbered Philippine Diamond 18k yellow gold dome ring with classic plain shoulders. 18 round full cut round diamonds set in a yellow g...
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Late 20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ring, circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef and Arpels lapis lazuli and diamond ring. Set to centre with a round cabochon natural lapis lazuli in an open back claw setting wit...
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1970s Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Mystery-Set Ruby Platinum Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Mystery-Set Ruby Platinum Dome Ring
Original Platinum mystery-set dome ring, set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamonds.
ring...
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1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery-Set Ruby, Diamond Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Mystery-Set Ruby, Diamond Dome Ring
18k yellow gold and white gold dome ring, set with mystery-set ruby and brilliant-cut diamonds.
ring size 7.5
Signed “Van Cleef...
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1960s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Sapphire Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Sapphire Ring
An 18k yellow gold dome ring, set with circular-cut diamonds and sapphire, signed Van Cl...
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1970s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cable Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Material: 18K yellow gold
Diamond: 18 round brilliant cut = .54cttw
Color: H
Clarity: SI1
Weight: 7.36 grams
Size: 6.5 (please allow two additional days ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx and White Diamonds Dome Ring, 18K
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A bold and beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx and White Diamonds Dome Cocktail Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The ring size is US 5.75. The total weight of the ring is 22.04...
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20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 6.10 Ct. Pink Sapphire Swerve Cocktail Ring, 18K Rose Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A statement Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Sapphire Swerve Cocktail Ring made in 18K Rose Gold. Ring Size US 5.
SKU: 576-EMELJQJW
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20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French Van Cleef & Arpels Three Row Diamond Ring with Channel Set Sapphires
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Three Row Diamond Ring with Invisibly Set Sapphires, made in France. 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Ring Size US 6. Total Weight: 9.37 grams.
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20th Century French Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1950s 'Province' Ruby Bombe Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A bejeweled mid-century retro ring by Van Cleef & Arpels exhibiting a design emblematic of the Maison: the domed voluminous forms of ‘Pelouse’ (in some books this look is also referr...
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1950s French Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Diamond Ruby Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. Set with ruby (5.4 x 5.4mm) and approx. 0.28ctw in diamonds. Ring size - 7.75, ring top is 15mm wide. Marked: Van Cleef & Arpels,NY 5k 531...
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20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1960s VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This, beautiful and iconic dome ring from Van Cleef's & Arpels was made in the 1960's it beautifully incorporates Emeralds, Sapphires & Diamonds in a swinging striped pattern. Mounte...
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20th Century Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century Van Cleef & Arpels bombé ring is a striking and sensuous period design is set with over ten carats of diamonds. The voluminous form, dripping and patterned with roun...
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1960s American Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels dome rings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels dome rings 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 dome rings, from our inventory of 39, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 41 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Contemporary and Art Deco are among the most popular styles of Van Cleef & Arpels dome rings available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dome rings by Cartier, Boucheron, and Mauboussin. Prices for Van Cleef & Arpels dome rings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,457 and tops out at $175,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $20,000.
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Questions About Van Cleef & Arpels Dome Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Van Cleef & Arpels is so expensive because it is a well-known company that has a fantastic reputation. Van Cleef & Arpels are universally renowned for high quality jewelry with a focus on detail. High-profile fans of the French jewelry house over the years have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. Find an extraordinary range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels is popular because it has been focused on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry since the brand's early days. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer's taste and style. One of the world's foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef has also gained very prominent fans over the years, which definitely contributes to its popularity. The house's clients have included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich and Jacqueline Onassis. British royals, whom have long been influencers when it comes to jewelry and fashion, are among the world's countless devotees of Van Cleef's Alhambra collection. In the aughts, Reese Witherspoon was routinely photographed in her onyx Alhambra necklace. Sharon Stone and Mariah Carey were also seen sporting pieces from the collection. Find Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier are not the same. Although both are French and specialize in fine jewelry, they are different makers. Alfred Van Cleef and Salomon Arpels founded Van Cleef & Arpels, while Louis-François Cartier established Cartier. Explore a diverse assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024A few things are special about Van Cleef & Arpels. The French luxury jewelry maker is noted for its longstanding focus on technical virtuosity, artisanship and artistry. The maker is also known for its innovative designs. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting, a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and "drawers" that keep the setting hidden. Another innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet. Clients have also been drawn by the elegance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. Over the years, its pieces have drawn inspiration from current events, such as the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, the end of World War II and the 1960s interest in the Middle East and India. Shop a wide variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Van Cleef & Arpels is from France. In 1905, the luxury jewelry house opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme, across from the Hôtel Ritz in Paris. Today, the company maintains its headquarters in the city. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What the flower is on Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry varies. Artisans at the luxury jewelry house have drawn inspiration from several types of flowers over time, including roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and daisies. Floral designs are frequently set with gemstones at their center and feature glittering pavé petals. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- Who wears Van Cleef & Arpels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Many notable people wear Van Cleef & Arpels. During the 1970s, celebrities like Françoise Hardy, Princess Grace of Monaco and Elizabeth Taylor helped make the luxury jewelry maker famous worldwide by sporting pieces from the Alhambra collection. Today, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Adele, Sienna Miller, Mariah Carey, Kate Middleton and many other celebrities step out wearing pieces made by the luxury jewelry house. Explore a selection of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To authenticate Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry, check for stamps. Authentic pieces will display either VCA or Van Cleef & Arpels plus a serial number, a metal hallmark and a trademark. Shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, the red stone is usually Brazilian carnelian, a type of semiprecious gemstone that typically comes from Greece and Asia. The luxury jewelry brand uses the stone in it’s Bouton d’or and Alhambra collections. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs 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, 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, 2023Van Cleef & Arpels uses a variety of stones in its pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's most common materials include malachite, mother-of-pearl, carnelian, onyx, turquoise, lapis lazuli, chalcedony and tiger's eye. In addition, there are Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings with gemstones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires. There are even pieces featuring wood and S�vres porcelain. Shop a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1sDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The most iconic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is arguably the Alhambra. It features 20 clover-shaped motifs. When it debuted in 1968, each clover was formed from gold and had gold beads around its edges. In 1971, the house began making the motif from colorful opaque hard stones, including malachite, lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, tiger’s-eye and turquoise. Many celebrities, like Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Mariah Carey and Kate Middleton, have sported the necklace over the years. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The Van Cleef & Arpels clover represents luck, fortune, health and love, according to the brand. This motif is famously seen in the iconic Alhambra collection, but the luxury jewelry house has used four-leaf clover motifs in designs since the 1920s. Find a range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, the Van Cleef & Arpels iconic shape is not a cross. Called the Alhambra, the shape is actually a four-leaf clover. As a young man, Jacques Arpels, the nephew of one of the jewelry maker's founders, was fascinated with the relationship that four-leaf clovers have long shared with good fortune. His Alhambra motif pays tribute to the lucky charm but also references the quatrefoils so prevalent in the Moorish architecture of Spain's stately Alhambra palace, which is where the series gets its name. Explore a large selection of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The green stone on Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry varies by the piece. Often, the green gemstones are emeralds, but the luxury French jewelry house also creates pendants and other accessories that feature green malachite and tourmaline. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is fake, first look for markings. Authentic pieces will have the brand name or "VCA," a serial number, the hallmark of the metal and a trademark symbol. In addition, look at the clasps. Signs of soldering or poor quality hardware may indicate a replica. Find a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra jewelry on 1stDibs.
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