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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Georg Jensen
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 2.37ct Diamond Flower Lace Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Effortlessly transform the look of a basic outfit with this glittering symbol of transformation. This Van Cleef & Arpels butterfly necklace features a 16-inch-long chain with a sprin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Hematite Malachite Cufflinks Original Box Receipt
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An original pair of cufflinks by VAN CLEEF & ARPELS with changeable hematite and malachite sections. Cufflinks are accompanied by original box and Amex receipt attributing original o...
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1990s Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Hematite, Malachite, 18k Gold

Pery et Fils Van Cleef & Arpels Floral Earrings with Gold and Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Floral Earrings made by Pery et Fils Floral with Gold and Diamonds in 18k. Signed and numbered. The length is 1.25 inches in diameter with appx. 3 ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Emerald Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels brooch features a fabulous lion design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, green emerald eyes, and a black enamel nose...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Yellow Gold Tiger Eye 20-Motif Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra necklace is perfect for the discerning fashionista with a fierce personality. This relentless elegant necklace is made from 18K yellow gold a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef And Arpels PURE Alhambra Mother Of Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings from the Iconic "Pure Alhambra Collection" features 2 lucky Clover Design Crafted in 18k White Gold and set with Fine White D-E Color Diamonds. .85 cts of Diamonds total Iridescent gray mother-of-pearl. Made in France circa 1990s. Measurements: 1. Inch (25mm) diameter. The Earrings Have Clip Backs Hallmarked: VCA with numbers and workshop hallmarks made in France. Pure Alhambra jewelry creations designed in 2001, Van Cleef & Arpels offers a new interpretation of the Alhambra symbol. Inspired by the clover leaf, they give pride of place to the purity and smoothness of its lines. Pure Alhambra Earrings...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Red Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Circa 1980"s Beautiful, Cabochon Red Ruby est 1.20cts Ruby Measurement: 6.30 X 5.40 X 3.40 Est 1.20 cts Diamond: 12 round...
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Mother of Pearl Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vca Rose De Noel Earrings Black Mother Of Pearl Crafted in France, these exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 'Rose de Noel' ear-clips epitomize elegance and ...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Stirrup Cufflinks, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels stirrup cufflinks, with reeded engraving, mounted in 18ct gold, with white gold fittings, signed V.C.A, numbered 78454, French eagle marks for 18ct gold ...
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1950s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Perlée Clovers Bracelet VCARN5B100
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18k white gold bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Perlée Clovers collection. The bracelet features 20 four leaf clover motifs, each set with 4 round brilliant cut dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold and Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Very Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Sapphire Gold and Diamond Detachable Earrings. The Sapphires are approximately 19 carats with approximately 4.5 carats of Diamonds. ...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Gold 38mm Charms Watch 2572115 With Box & Papers
Located in Miami, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Charms 38mm Women's Watch in 18K Rose Gold With Green Leather Strap. Complete with box and papers. 18k Rose gold case. Silver face, roman numeral hour markers. Adjustable alligator green leather band...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 18K White Gold 2.10ct Diamond Finger Flower Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Inspired by nature, this Van Cleef & Arpels creation is bound to add whimsical elegance to your jewelry wardrobe. This stunner features a flower duo centerpiece with heart-shaped pet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Bombe Shaped Ring Circa 1980
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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible set Sapphire Bow
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels Retro period Large Bow Brooch with Invisible Sapphire setting .
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20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire

Van Cleef Arpels Frivole 18K Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
Dandelion Antiques Code AT-2209 Brand Van Cleef Arpels Model VCARP3W400 Date Circa 2023 Retail Price £10,400 / $11,100 / €11,900 including VAT...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18K Gold and Hardstone Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Created by Péry & Fils for Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this bombé cuff bracelet is composed of 18K gold, lapis, malachite, and coral, It is designed as a slightly tapering ridged cuff...
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Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus 18K White Gold 0.46ct Diamond Flower Charm
Located in Southampton, PA
Be reminded of your beauty and inner strength by carrying this sparkling charm from Van Cleef & Arpels' Lotus Collection. It features a sculpted lotus in white gold with petals cover...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin Beautiful Van Cleef and Arpels tie pin with ten round cut diamonds and cabochon ruby. Signed: VCA and numb...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Edition Light Green Celadon Porcelain & Diamond Alhambra
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k white gold light green Celadon Sèvres porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2022 Holiday collection. The pendant features a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perle 18K White Gold 1.16ct Diamond 3-Row Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Perle ring looks bold and delicate at once. It features a 6mm-thick white gold band lined with three rows of diamonds. The shank's edges are traced with a dain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georg Jensen Fusion 18kt. pink gold band ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Georg Jensen Fusion 18kt. pink gold band ring. Made in Denmark, After 2000 Fully hallmarked. FUSION - perfection is greater than the sum of its parts. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

VCA Vintage Coral & Diamond Bangle, 18k Yellow Gold, France, Circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels bangle, circa the 1970s, showcases a segment of angel skin coral and pave-set diamonds, with a textured gold design. This 18k yellow gold bangle...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Vintage Onyx & Diamond Bangle, 18k Yellow Gold, France, Circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels vintage bangle from the 1970s, showcasing a segment of onyx and pave-set diamonds. The bangle boasts a captivating textured gold design and is crafted...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Textured Link Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
Consider this yellow gold bracelet an easy-to-wear statement piece that can instantly add dimension and texture to your accessorizing style. The bracelet features rigid and fluted sq...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold & Mother of Pearl Lucky Alhambra Between Ring
Located in London, GB
A coveted 18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Lucky Alhambra collection. The ring features a butterfly motif set with a turquoise inlay and a clover motif set with a moth...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Pisces Zodiac Pendant On A Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Enter the celestial realm with the contemporary Zodiaque long necklace, specifically the Piscium (Pisces) design by Van Cleef & Arpels. Crafted in 18K rose gold, this necklace is a m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Necklace. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 1.0ct Diamond Large Model Butterfly Charm
Located in Southampton, PA
Let this diamond-studded butterfly charm from Van Cleef & Arpels bring a flutter of beauty and sparkle to your day. The charm is crafted in 18K white gold and features a butterfly ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage, hard-to-find Alhambra bangle bracelet is sure to give your looks a chunk of style. A rare Van Cleef & Arpels piece, this bracelet features oversized silhouettes of Alha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 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...
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1970s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Beryl, Emerald, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Alhambra ring, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. 12 Round Brilliant Cut .48 cts 18k White Gold size 54
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Oiseaux De Paradis Ring
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition -Ring size: 5.5 -Weight: 7.8 gr -Width: 25mm -Diamond: 1.10ct *VCA Box & Certificate Included Original Retail: $14800
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2010s American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Diamond Ring & Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Set is an epitome of luxurious elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. This exquisite set includes a pair of diamond-studded earrings an...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Green Stone Square Cufflinks
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Green Stone Square Cufflinks Metal: Sterling silver Weight: 19.3 grams Square: 16.3 x 16.3mm Signed: Georg Jensen Denmark 925
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Late 20th Century Danish Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow and White Gold Two-Tone Twisted Choker Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Count on this Van Cleef & Arpels necklace to give any outfit the lift it needs. It features two chunky and curvy cords, in solid 18K white and yellow gold, that twist and overlap. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Coral & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels pendant necklace features a stunning coral flower design with a diamond accent. The pendant is set in 18k yellow gold It is signed by the VCA and is a Flower style...
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1980s French Post-War Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Long Necklace 20 motifs Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Aperls The Vintage Alhambra Long Necklace , 20 Motifs Mother Of Pearl Along with the box and certificate of authenticity 2010. About Alhambra MOP...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Model Diamond Alligator Band White Gold Watch
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Cadenas Ladies Watch by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 233x Diamonds, 1.18ctw range color DEF/Clarity IF to VVS The Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Watch combines elegance with innovation. Crafted from 18K white gold and adorned with diamonds, its padlock design symbolizes unbreakable bonds. The black alligator band adds a touch of sophistication, making this timepiece a luxurious accessory for any discerning collector or fashion enthusiast. Beautiful unworn condition, still has protective plastic on some metal parts. Includes Original Van Cleef...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Georg Jensen Fusion 18kt. white and pink gold 2-piece stack ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Georg Jensen Fusion 18kt. white and pink gold 2-piece stack ring. Made in Denmark, After 2000 Fully hallmarked. FUSION - perfection is greater than the sum of its parts. A love for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Emerald & Diamond Asymmetrical Stacking Ring. Pave Set Round Brilliant Diamonds and Emeralds TW 1.55 cts 18k Yellow Gold Size 5.5 Produced in several variations of stacking rings from 1970...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Star Set Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Star Set Ruby Three Stone Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a classic three stone design. Star with three fine red rubies. All hav...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Two-Color Gold Chain, Converts to Necklace and Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s two-color gold figaro link chain, convertible to a shorter necklace and a bracelet, in 18k white and yellow gold. Van Cleef & Arpels, France. #B4313R2. Total length: 35", b...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Georg Jensen Fancy Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold chain from the luxury jewellery designer Georg Jensen. The chain features fancy style links and weighs an impressive 64.5 grams. Condition: Used (Very Go...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Checkerboard ring made in France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpels circa 1960s diamond & black onyx checkerboard drawbridge shaped cocktail ring , French Hallmark size 5 and can be resized. S...
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Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombé Ring 18k Yellow Gold
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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring #A110B
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Danish sterling silver ring, #A110B, designed by Andreas Mikkelsen for Georg Jensen. Stamped Georg Jensen within dotted oval mark, '925 S', 'Denmark', and 'A110B'. The ring is hal...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Sterling Silver

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)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acanthus Sterling Silver Handle Cake Serving Knife #12319
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver handle cake serving knife by Georg Jensen in the Acanthus pattern. The Acanthus pattern was designed by Johan Rohde and introduced in 1917. The inspiration for this ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapel Pin Cabochon Cut Red Ruby Est .50 cts 16 Brilliant Cut Diamonds .50 cts Cute little flower pen 20 x 10 mm. Hallmarked VCA French Eagles head Workshop mark...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 16 motifs Magic Alhambra tiger eye and carnelian
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold necklace 16 motifs alhambra from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of 16 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs alternating in size, set w...
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2010s Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Lotus Diamond White Gold Small Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace features a lotus flower crafted in 18k white gold and set with 31 round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Alhambra 20 Motifs Lapis Lazuli 18k YG VCA Certified Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous rare Van Cleef & Arpels 20-motif lucky clover necklace from the iconic Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with blue lapis lazuli in round bead...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Handle Fruit Knife #12781
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver handle fruit knife in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. T...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of pearl Pendant Chain 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van Cleef Arpels Mint Condition 18K Yellow Gold Mother of pearl Gender women Chain length 18'' Long Adjustable 18'' 16'' Motif dimension 15mm Motif width 2.5mm Comes with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Elegant Ribbon Motif Diamond Pave Set Earrings Est. 2.50 cts total Diamonds D VVS Made In France 1970's Workshop Hallmarks vca ny3K607.19 10 mm width x 18mm length
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Lady’s Wrist Watch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Lady’s Wrist Watch. It depicts an 18K/750 gold round case with coral color dial that has Roman numerals and gold tone hour/minute hands. A ...
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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Three Akoya pearls, two cream color, and one black color pearl 8.5 mm and 6.5 mm Pearls. Ring size 51 or 5.5 US Width at top of the ring 20 mm and tapering down ...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k 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.

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