With its storied talismanic power, the quatrefoil — a clover-like pattern with roots in Moorish architecture — has become a status symbol in luxury jewelry, appearing in the collections of Cartier, Chopard, Louis Vuitton and more. But there’s one brand with which the motif is practically synonymous, thanks in particular to the role that the symbol plays in accessories such as the widely beloved Vintage Alhambra bracelet. Since 1968, Van Cleef & Arpels (est. 1896) has been celebrated for the French luxury brand’s four-leaf-clover-based Alhambra collection, and its throngs of admirers grow with each passing year.
The fine jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels emerged in 1896 out of the marriage of Alfred Van Cleef and Estelle Arpels, both of whom had family roots in the gemstone business.
Formed initially by Alfred and his father-in-law (and then helmed by Alfred and two brothers-in-law when the Paris shop opened in 1906), the company, known for its exquisite jewels, innovative techniques and designs inspired by the natural world, has become one of the most important jewelers in France. Estelle’s nephew Jacques Arpels (1914–2008) guided the design of the original Alhambra piece, which initially took the form of an opera-length necklace in 1968.
The Alhambra and its variants are the brand’s most celebrated collections, inspired by the quatrefoil motifs found in the architecture and decorative tiles of its namesake, the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. Reminiscent of four-leaf clovers, the design was meant to function as a lucky charm. There are Alhambra pieces, Magic Alhambra — such as the Magic Alhambra necklace — and Vintage Alhambra, which sees the motif produced in a wide range of semiprecious and precious stones.
The Vintage Alhambra bracelet features five clover-like charms at regular intervals, each bordered by the design’s signature gold bead edge. The style became instantly popular with celebrities and royals, an affinity that continues to this day.
Van Cleef & Arpels Special Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Rock Crystal Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Motif Vintage Alhambra Rock Crystal Bracelet Elegant 5 Motif Vintage Alhambra bracelet featuring luminous transparent rock crystal motifs, showcasing the timeles...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage 5-Motif 18K White Gold MOP Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet: A Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet crafted in eighteen karat white gold, featuring five mother-of-pearl motifs. It is 7.48 inches in length and weighs 11.69 grams. The ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A timeless icon of the maison, this Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet exemplifies refined elegance and enduring design. Featuring the signature five-motif Alhambra clovers, each i...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 5 Mother Of Pearl Motifs Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl. Faithful to the very first Alhambra® jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra c...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloche Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP3JK00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k yellow gold, guilloche bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 of the iconic clover motifs, each set with a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Lucky Alhambra 4 Motif Bracelet VCARD79600
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k yellow gold, Lucky Alhambra bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet features a malachite leaf motif, a mother-of-pearl clover motif, a tiger's eye butterfly mot...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Sweet Alhambra 6 Motif Bracelet VCARO85700
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Sweet Alhambra Collection. Comprises of 6 iconic 4-leaf clover motifs, each pavé set with a diamond inlay, complemented ...
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs blue agate
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in blue agate. One of the most beautiful colors with 5 bleu agate stones. ...
Agate, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 5 motif bracelet in guilloche gold and diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in 18K yellow gold and Diamonds. This VCA bracelet in guilloché 18K yellow gold and diamonds. Comes with makers box and a r...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite 5 Motifs Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, malachite. Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by V...
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA London Selfridges Limited Edition Alhambra Carnelian Hammered Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301818 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 Model VCARP0QS00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Carnelian Weight 12.83 g Length 19.5 cm Width 1.5 cm Cond...
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,003Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Perlee Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Perlee Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Superb Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet with signature Perlee Alhambra style. Diamond set clovers with a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41300
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A timeless 18k yellow gold onyx bracelet, from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 iconic clover motifs, each set with a beaded edge...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold mother of pearl bracelet by Van Cleef and Arpels from the Vintage Alhambra Collection. The stylish bracelet is made up of 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, ea...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Mother of Pearl 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301864 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2017 RRP £4,750 Incl. Taxes / €5,600 Incl. Taxes / $5,350 Excl. Taxes Model VCARF48400 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k White Gol...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 5 Motifs Mother Of Pearl 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Type: Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Clasp: Hallmark Clasp Small Model...
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 5 Motifs Mother Of Pearl & Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K rose gold, gray mother-of-pearl, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Type: Vintage Alhambra B...
Diamond
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold luck charm bracelet. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 5 Motifs Mother Of Pearl 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Type: Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Clasp: Hallmark Clasp Small Model...
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet VCA Serial Number
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Frivole Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.05 ctw Weight: 2.4 g Length: 6 3/4 inches Stamped: VCA, Au750, serial number, Fr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra 4-Motif Mother-of-Pearl YG Bracelet. COA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the Pure Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k white gold and features 4 lucky clover motifs beautifully inlaid with mother-of-pearl. C...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,003Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Perlee Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Perlee Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Superb Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet with signature Perlee Alhambra style. Diamond set clovers with a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Diamond Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a repeating pattern of diamond-set openwork links and flower-shaped clusters. Each curved link is ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41300
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A timeless 18k yellow gold onyx bracelet, from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 iconic clover motifs, each set with a beaded edge...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite 5 Motifs Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K yellow gold, malachite. Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by V...
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold 5-Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the classic Vintage Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 5 lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue lapiz lazuli in r...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs blue agate
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in blue agate. One of the most beautiful colors with 5 bleu agate stones. ...
Agate, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Alhambra Turquoise 18k White Gold Bracelet Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the iconic Vintage Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k white gold and features 5 lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue turquoise i...
Turquoise, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 5 motif bracelet in guilloche gold and diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in 18K yellow gold and Diamonds. This VCA bracelet in guilloché 18K yellow gold and diamonds. Comes with makers box and a r...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Opal Vintage Alhambra Five Motif White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold 5-Motif Pink Opal Vintage Alhambra Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arples. The Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18k White Gold Pink Opal Bracelet is a masterpiece of refin...
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301800 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 RRP £4,900 Incl. Taxes / €5,750 Incl. Taxes / $5,550 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP34900 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARL80900
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold malachite bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, from their Vintage Alhambra collection. The bracelet features 5 of the iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, each with a b...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gol
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301904 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2014 RRP £4,500 Incl. Taxes / €5,250 Incl. Taxes / $5,050 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA41800 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Go...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Diamond Pave 1 Motif White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K White Gold AU 750. Very gorgeous white gold pave set diamond motif bracelet with beautiful sleek feel, polish and shine. Please review all photos and video to see how it looks. 2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of Pearl 18K Yello Gold Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An enduring symbol of elegance and good fortune, this Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet showcases the maison’s iconic design in a luminous interpretation. Featuring five Alhambra ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
Dm 0.6 in L 7.68 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Malachite 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301797 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2018 RRP £5,350 Incl. Taxes / €6'300 Incl. Taxes / $6,000 Excl. Taxes Model VCARL80900 Serial Number JA******* Metal 18k Yellow G...
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
Dm 0.6 in L 7.8 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 5 Motifs Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301835 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2022 RRP £6,050 Incl. taxes/ €7,100 Incl. Taxes / $6,850 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP3JK00 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gol...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare find is this wonderful original Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from their iconic Alhambra collection. The five Alhambra motifs are made in turquoise and set into 18 ca...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Dark Pietersite 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K White Gold AU 750 Very gorgeous Dark Blue & Black Black Pietersite with natural veining, hues, colors, polish and shine. Please review all photos and video to see how it loo...
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Rock Crystal Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
Extremely beautiful transparent Rock Crystal gemstone motifs Vintage Alhambra Special Edition Bracelet. Very Rare. 18K Yellow Gold / AU 750 (Confirmed by precious metal scan & gold p...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18ct White Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 12g
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This elegant Vintage Alhambra bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels is crafted in 18ct white gold, featuring five mother-of-pearl motifs that embody the brand’s signature blend of eleganc...
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
