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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Mario Buccellati
Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Baby Zebra
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati life size silver Zebra. A life-size silver zebra crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique involved infinite si...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog. A life-size silver dog crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique invo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

1970 Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA 1970 Blue Lapis Diamond Bracelet, six articulating Fluted Carved Lapis Lazuli sections plus 3 diamonds between each section. Total of 1.90 cts of fine white diamonds, French Hal...
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1970s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother Pearl Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARA41800
Located in London, GB
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Rabbit
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati life size silver rabbit. A life-Size silver rabbit crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique involved infinite ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Silver

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

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

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 Sapphire & Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Important Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Diamond Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold. Two Natural Blue Sapphires Origin: Sir Lanka Heating: None Gia Report 22218409xx March 2023 Each sap...
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Rada Chain Necklace 18"
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van Cleef Arpels Mint condition 18k White Gold Adjustable chain length: 16-18” Width: 1.1mm Weight: 3gr Comes with Van Cleef box Retail: $950
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, a harmonious blend of elegance and spirituality. Crafted with the utmost prec...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphires and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship that captures the essence of timeless elegance. T...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring, a dazzling testament to the Italian craftsmanship synonymous with the Buccell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel Gold Ring, French, C. 1960
Located in Napoli, Italy
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels white & brown enamel cocktail ring. Marked 18 carat yellow gold, signed 'VCA', numbered, maker's mark 'P&Fils' for Péry et Cie,...
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1960s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 0.50ct Diamond and Lapis Lazuli Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Create a memorable look in an instant by wearing this Van Cleef & Arpels statement ring. This showy yet classy ring features a shiny 750 yellow gold band topped with a flower-inspire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Blue Sapphire And Diamond Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oval Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Earrings by Van Cleef and Arpels. The center of these masterfully designed earrings features a pair of no-heat cabochon sapphires, each exuding a r...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

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 Large 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wood Clematis Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels large clematis flower brooch, the flowerhead centering three round brilliant-cut diamonds within a gold wire spray surrounded by five carved wood petals each withi...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Single Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Style: Motif Pendant Necklace Metal Type: White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stone: RARE Turqouise Pendant Size : Med...
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2010s French Retro Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Hoop VCA Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These earrings will be sure to make you feel glamorous, like Sofia Loren, vacationing on the Amalfi Coast. These Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are notable at ...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Retro 2.20 CTW Ruby 18 Karat Gold Vintage Sphere Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as link-style cufflinks terminating with gold spheres Flush set throughout with round cut rubies Weighing approximately 2.20 carats total Transparent medium purplish red in...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Diamond and 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 Diamond 18K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K White Gold Small Cross Pendant Necklace is a delicate and elegant piece of jewelry that combines timeless design with exquisite craftsmanship. This...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Wood Baton 18k Yellow Gold 1960s Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These stunning circa Mid-20th century authentic Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature 2 interchangeable reeded wood batons with polished gold mounti...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18k Estate Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Ruby Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
A true vintage treasure, this 18k yellow gold ring by Van Cleef & Arpels is a testament to timeless elegance. In very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with i...
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1980s American Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arples Perlée Couleurs Between the Finger Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have wonderful creation from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer Van Cleef & Arpels. This ring has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases and open design c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold

$8950 / Van Cleef & Arpels La Collection 31 mm Wristwatch / 18K Gold & SS
Located in Rancho Mirage, CA
- Top quality Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels watch - Offered in top quality used status, was used as floor model and looks like new, comes with our store t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Necklace Beautiful Pear Emerald and gold necklace featuring 7 pear shape certified Columbian emeralds. Ac...
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Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Gold and Turquoise Desk Clock
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Gold and Turquoise Desk Clock This beautiful desk clock features a turquoise and gold face with diamond and turquoise s...
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Mother of Pearl and Coral Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Mother of Pearl and Angel Skin Coral gold necklace. A beautiful combination of mother of pearl and coral in this vintage “Babylon” necklace...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Gold

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 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis and Diamond Philippine Ring
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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing testament to timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Unique 18K Gold Triangle Satin Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Collectible Stunning vintage Mario Buccellati triangular link chain statement necklace forged in 18K Yellow gold. From the world-renowned house of Mario Buccellati known for its uni...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Channel Set Baguette Diamond Platinum 6mm Band Ring Size 6.25
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Channel Set Baguette Diamond Platinum 6mm Band Ring Size 6.25, a dazzling expression of luxury and timeless sophistication. This extraordinary eter...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Braid Rope Motif Ring with Box
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braid Rope Motif Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique braid/rope design typical of vintage VCA. The ring is signed VCA 7...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s 9.18 CTW Peridot Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering clusters of pear-cut peridot weighing approximately 6.90 carats total Transparent light yellowish green in color - prong set With a gold fanning foliate motif surround Be...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, 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 gold color dial that has Roman numerals and black color hour/minute hands. A...
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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. Buccellati Vintage Carved Emerald Gold Silver Wine Leaf Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A precious gift to any Buccellati lovers. This very rare piece is an early work of Master Mario Buccellati which was crafted in Siver and 18k yellow gold.  Romantic 18k gold wine lea...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Coral Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA) Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 26 round brilliant cut = 2.36cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Weight: 15.82 grams Size: 4.5 (please allow two additio...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Bracelet in Diamonds and Malaquite in 18k Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, A modern green malachite and diamond 5 motif. The bracelet is made in 18k white gold and set with white diamonds that are D to F color and VS c...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Mario Buccellati Vintage 18k Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Buccellati continues to be most desired for its sophistication and elegance and has become a truly iconic jewelry maker. This very elegant Vintage piece is made By its founder Mario ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring 5 Motif Multi Gemstone 18K Rose Gold Charm Brace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Add the magic of Van Cleef & Arpels to the way you accessorize with this bracelet. This 18k rose gold bracelet is styled with fine lines and mesmerizing gemstone work. Complete with ...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring Multi Gemstone 18k Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring brooch is an exquisite piece of jewelry featuring an array of vibrant gemstones set in 18k rose gold. The design exud...
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2010s French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Bracelet in Diamonds and Onyx in 18k White Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, A modern black onyx and diamond 5 motif. The bracelet is made in 18k white gold and set with white diamonds that are D to F color and VS clarit...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Lapis Yellow Gold Shirt Stud Set
Located in Stamford, CT
Four piece shirt stud set in lapis and 18k gold from Van Cleef and Arpels. Rare complete four piece set. Van Cleef and Arpels box included. 4 1/2 tubes blue lapis, 12.9 x 5.3 x 3 1...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed 2019 Celestial Blue Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k yellow gold Celestial Blue porcelain Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2019 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire & Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, s...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA, 18k Yellow Gold Wood Inlaid Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
Signed and number by Van Cleef & Arpels. The earrings measure 1” x 0.5”. C.1970
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Large Perlee Hoop Earrings in 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Large Perlee Hoop Earrings in 18k Rose Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 135347 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Large Perlee Hoop Earrings in 18k Rose Gold Condition De...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Golden Pearl Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.46 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare vintage cocktail ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1970. This beautiful r...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Solid Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamonds Ladies Watch. Made with all original parts and movement. Maintained in excellent condition. 18k solid gold Van Cleef and Arpels Ref. 18601 ladies' watch. Smooth bezel with factory diamond numeral hour markers and a white hinted mother-of-pearl dial. Gold sword-shaped hands and a push-pull crown. Swiss make with a gold polished bracelet. 24mm dial and quartz movement. Gold buckle with deployment release closure. Heavy, over 62 grams with a good weight on the wrist. Item Details: - Type: Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Ladies Watch...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring, a dazzling testament to the Italian craftsma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 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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