Skip to main content

Jewelry & Watches

5
1,539
63
to
59
1,284
279
25
11
3
1
2
1,032
567
1
8
19
22
35
124
173
167
97
1,579
34
5,239
5,129
4,567
826
752
24
1,385
1,006
678
197
143
1,005
130
119
113
92
578
268
78
58
44
to
129
88
42
37
3
2
2
Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Elizabeth Gage
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Gold Agate Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARP34900
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold blue agate 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s. The watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut...
Category

1930s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire Ruby Diamond Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with blue sapphire, red rubies, and diamonds. Made in France circa ...
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Additional information: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Line: Vintage Alhambra Material: Yellow gold (18K) Conditio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Emerald 18 Karat VCA Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Explore your whimsical charming nature, with this glorious Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Bracelet. This French VCA emerald and diamo...
Category

1980s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl 18K White Gold Earstuds
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2235 Comes With Box Only Date approx 2019 RRP £2,440 Incl taxes/2 790 € Incl taxes/$ 2,600 Excl taxes Model VCARG12000 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Mothe...
Category

2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Bow Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Bow Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 20 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .10ct Details: Necklace Length: 15.5'' Pendant: 15mm x 8 mm We...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Alahambra Peruvian Turquoise Earrings & Necklace Set - Set in 18K White gold turquoise pendant Signature VCA Vintage Alhambra clo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite & Diamond Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARO7G
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18k yellow gold bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 of the iconic clover motifs, three are set with malachi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARL80900
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold malachite bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The bracelet features 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, each with a beaded edg...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Arno collection. The dress ring features a clover motif finished with a beaded edge, set with four round brilliant c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds 18K yellow gold MOP
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sweet Alhambra butterfly earstuds 18K yellow gold, Mother-of-pearl VCARN5JM00 Jacques — the nephew of Estelle Arpels, who founded Van Cleef & Arpels with her husband, Alfred, in 1...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Rose Gold 2016 Holiday Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2290 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2016 Model ARO97I00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Onyx Weight 6.5 g Length 42 cm Condition Excellent _____________...
Category

2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARO3QL00
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of 18k yellow gold malachite Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The earrings feature the iconic 4-leaf clover motif, with a malachite i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Alhambra collection. The ring is composed of a four leaf clover motif with a mother of pearl inlay, complimented by a bea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gemstone 18k Yellow Interchangeable Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous and versatile Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 3 interchangable circular enhancer pendants crafted in amber, malachite, and lapis ...
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt. yellow gold braid design ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Introducing a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication: the Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt. yellow gold braid design ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite ...
Category

1980s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 2 Carat Emerald And Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Cabochon Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Dome Ring. A stunning and rare vintage VCA New York ring with a classic design typical of ...
Category

20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Letterwood Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A limited edition letterwood Vintage Alhambra bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet features 5 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs, each set with a beaded edge and a letterwood inlay,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pink Porcelain Alhambra Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is an authentic VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Rose Gold Pink Porcelain Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace. This stunning necklace chain is crafted of 18 karat rose gold. The pen...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 0.96ct Diamond Vintage Alhambra Earrings
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra earrings, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: VCARA44600 Style: Vintage Alhambr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sliver Obsidian Rose Gold 2023 Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2341 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2023 Model ARP9T000 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond Weight 6.4 g Length 42 cm Condition Excellent ________...
Category

2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Heart Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold Additional information: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Material: Yellow gold (18K)...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Tiger Eye Lucky Animals
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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Additional Information: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Gender: Women Line: Alhambra Material: Yellow gold (18K) Condition details:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Vintage 20 Motif Alhambra 1985 Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace. Circa 1985. With accommodating paperwork. A very rare 20 motif Alhmabra necklace in White Coral, V...
Category

20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Vintage French Van Cleef & Arpels Wood 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French Van Cleef & Arpels Wood 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring. Crafted in wood and 18 karat yellow gold signed VCA, serial #124232 with French hallmark. Circa 1970. The ring i...
Category

1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels French Emerald Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels French Emerald Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one cabochon cut emerald weighing approximately 3.00 carats. Accented by 12 round brilliant cut ...
Category

1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.4g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing Box - I...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.0g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 3.0g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing B...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.5g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace K18YG - 5.1g - VCARA45800
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace Metal Type: K18Yellow Gold Weight 5.1g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing Box - ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Black Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These iconic rare Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings from the Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature a pair of lucky clover motifs inlaid with black on...
Category

1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra 4-Motif Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the Pure Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 4 lucky clover motifs inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Completed wi...
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold 8 Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Frivole ring comprising of 8 flowers, set with round diamonds with DEF color, IF to VVS clarity. Metal is 18k yellow gold, weight 11.95 gram. Signed VCA...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloche Carnelian 5 Motifs Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are distinguished by their unique, timeless elegance. Inspired by the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. The ring weighs 8.18 grams and the ring size is 5.50. Signed and numbered. SKU: 1512
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel and Diamond Earring and Ring Set, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel and Diamond Earring and Ring Set made in 18k Yellow Gold. The earring weighs 20.90 grams and have appx. 1.40 carats diamonds and the ring we...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Three Arch Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Three Arch Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. Signed and numbered. The total weight of the earring is 6.56 grams, measuring 0.68 x 0.41 inches. SKU: 1526
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Mabe Pearl Hoop Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The pearls are gray and white and the earrings weigh 29.92 grams. The length of the earring is 1 inch. ...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels (Péry et Fils) Gold Rope Bombe Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels (Péry et Fils) Gold Rope Bombe Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. The total weight of the ring is 14 grams. The ring size is US 6.50. SKU: 1539
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Leaf Enamel and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Leaf Enamel and Diamond Band, made in 18k Yellow Gold. The total weight of the ring is 10.97 grams. The ring size is US 6.25. SKU: 1540
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 'Rose de Noel' White Coral Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Rose de Noël' collection, introduced in the 1970s and still cherished today, captures the delicate beauty of flowers, a signature motif of the Maison since 1906. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels (Péry et Fils) Diamond and Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels (Péry et Fils) Diamond and Gold Hoop Earrings made in 18k yellow gold with French marks, circa 1970s. The diamonds weigh appx. 11-12 carats. The dimensio...
Category

20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Diamond Stacking Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Stacking Band Green Emerald Cabochon & Diamonds Stacking Ring, this variation also produced in ruby and sapphire from the 1970's Measurements: 8.2 mm x 5.5 mm x...
Category

1970s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Beryl, Emerald, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs White Gold Long Earrings
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Long Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Magic Alhambra 3 Motifs Earrings are an exquisite pi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Carnelian Guilloche Vintage Alhambra Bracelet VCARP
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold, carnelian and guilloche bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet consists of 5 alternating iconic clover motifs, 3 are se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Contemporary Mother of pearl “Twisted” Ring 18KY Gold Size5.5
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, this “Twisted” ring is composed of two pieces of Mother of pearl. Material: 18k yellow gold comes with original box Artist: Van ...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Signature Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Small Model
Located in Aventura, FL
The Perlée signature jewelry creations are engraved with the arabesques of a calligraphed Van Cleef & Arpels signature. Polished to a mirror finish, they create a distinctively moder...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet of Oval Sapphires Surrounded by Baguette Diamonds Which Embrace the Sapphires. 15 Oval No Heat Sapphires Consisting of, 6 - Kashmir, 8- Burma, 1 - Ceylon....
Category

1930s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Contemporary Ruby and Diamond “Trefle” Ring, 18KY Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, this “Trefle” ring is composed of cabochon rubies and diamonds. The bypass form ring is designed as two pave-set diamond blossoms, e...
Category

1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Fancy Yellow and White Pave Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow and White Diamonds Each Take Center Stage in this Bombe Style Ring. The Unique Split Metal Shank is in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold. Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels NY
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Elizabeth Gage 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Carved Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Here is a bold and striking cocktail ring from British master goldsmith and jewelry designer Elizabeth Gage. This handcrafted ornament of luxury features a solid yellow gold band wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K White Gold Guilloche Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet puts the brands iconic clover-shaped design boldly on display. Crafted from 18K White Gold, it measures 7.5 long and features a seri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee 18K Rose Gold Bracelet Size Small
Located in Southampton, PA
Sleek, sophisticated, and incredibly elegant, this 18K Rose Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee bangle bracelet will put the perfect finishing touch on any ensemble. It measures 6.75 long...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vca French 18k Gold Wood Checkerboard Rectangular Cufflinks
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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18K Yellow Gold 0.96ct Diamond & Malachite Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
On this elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, the luxury brands iconic clover motifs make a statement on a delicate chain measuring 6.5 long. Green Malachite stones and spark...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

Recently Viewed

View All