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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Pierre Sterlé
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra 18K WG Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The necklace: A Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra eighteen karat white gold pendant necklace. The pendant is set with round brilliant cut diamond pavé. The condition is in excellent ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Sweet Alhambra Single Motif Bracelet VCARO
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Sweet Alhambra Collection. Comprises of 1 iconic 4-leaf clover motif, complimented by a beaded edge.The motif is pave set wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Hammered Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301437 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £2,970 Incl Taxes / €3,500 Incl. Taxes / $3,350 Excl. Taxes Model VCARO1IF00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold ...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Socrate pendant, 3 flowers White Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate pendant, 3 flowers, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. The pendant is attached to the necklace’s chain Diamond...
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Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace 4.62g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra necklace features a delicate mother of pearl clover motif, framed in 18ct yellow gold. Symbolising luck, love, and elegance, this time...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Earrings 3 Flowers
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA 3 Flower Socrate Earrings 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. Diamond: 66 stones, 1.32 carats sold complete with boxes and certificate of authenticit...
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Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Bouton D'or Medium Model Diamond Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
A luxurious timepiece from the iconic French maison, this Van Cleef & Arpels Bouton d’Or watch is masterfully crafted in radiant 18K yellow gold, embodying the brand’s timeless elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Created in 2006 by Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra jewelry creations gather different-sized Alhambra motifs, coming together in a joyful dance. Inspired by the clover leaf, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Ruby Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1.5ctw Old European Cut White Diamond and Ruby Earrings 1.5ctw Old European cut white diamonds 1.3ctw round cut red rubies Platinum and 18k gold, 8.3 grams Van Cleef & Arpels
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef and Arpels Two Butterfly Pendant Necklace with Diamonds .88cts
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA butterfly diamond necklace pendant 18k White gold. Two Butterfly pendant in 18K white gold, round and marquise-cut diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. The pendant is attach...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18K Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Butterfly Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Add charm and sophistication to any ensemble with this Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon necklace. Crafted from opulent 18K Rose Gold, the exquisite butterfly pendant features Mother of Pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1970s Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold Lapis Onyx Interchangeable Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of vintage cylinder interchangeable cufflinks designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Circa 1970. The piece is crafted in 18K yellow gold. It features lapis lazuli and onyx ...
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 2.10ct Diamond Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Get the modern stacked-ring look from this ultra-gorgeous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels piece. The yellow gold band is heavily grooved to form a two-band profile. Each band has its half...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Floral-Design Lipstick Holder, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Offered here is a rare and exquisite vintage lipstick holder by the iconic French maison Van Cleef & Arpels, a piece that effortlessly combines...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cosmos Diamond White Gold Pendant Clip Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the elegant Cosmos collection features a floral brooch pendant with heart-shaped petals crafted in 18k white gold and set with 53 brill...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 20 Motif Onyx necklace
Located in Addlestone, GB
Van Cleef & Arpel’s Vintage 20 motif Alhambra necklace. A Vintage Onyx 'Alhambra' Necklace The 20 motif long chain, signed and numbered to the clasp, with Van Cleef & Arpel's origi...
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch Description: This charming Van Cleef & Arpels brooch from the iconic Minaudière series The Jewels of Rajah Brooch is inspired b...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Green Chrysoprase 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These rare vintage Van Cleef & Arpels earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature a pair of lucky clover motifs inlaid with green ch...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Black Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels 2-motif drop earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature lucky clover motifs inlaid with black ony...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra 6 Motif 18K Hammered Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301525 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 RRP £3,400 Incl. Taxes / €4,000 Incl. Taxes / $3,800 Excl. Taxes Model VCARO8DD00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Rose Gold W...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301508 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2024 RRP £4,350 Incl. Taxes / €5,150 Incl. Taxes / $4,950 Excl. Taxes Model VCARP9SZ00 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Lucky Alhambra Necklace. Genuine VCA 18k YG Shell Heart Pendant
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rare Van Cleef and Arpels Necklace Lucky Alhambra Heart Collection Pendant. 18k Yellow Gold with Mother of Pearl. Comes with Original VCA Certificate Condition: Excellent conditi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/ Tiger Eye Vintage Alhambra Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold/ Tiger Eye Vintage Alhambra Necklace Made In: France Materials: Tiger eye, 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: VCA Au750, serial number Closure/Opening: Lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Diamond Small Cosmos Pendant Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos clip-style pendant/brooch in 18k white gold, featuring a larger central round brilliant-cut diamond surrounded by four petals pavé-set with smaller round br...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels, a name synonymous with elegance and timeless craftsmanship, presents this exquisite Fleurette diamond necklace, a testament to their mastery in creating fine jewe...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 18K Rose Gold Perlee' 3 Row Diamond Ring 1.11 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The round, sparkling diamonds line the golden ribbon of Perlee' diamond creations. The natural beauty of the precious stones enters into a dialogue with the brilliance of the golden ...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Twist Rope Diamond Accented Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A true embodiment of timeless sophistication, this Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Twist Rope Diamond Bracelet is a luxurious celebration of the Maison’s iconic design language. M...
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Perlee Diamonds Band Ring
Located in San Diego, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Diamonds 3 Row Ring Style: Pave Ref. number: VCARO3Y900 - JB37**** Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 5 Width: 8 mm TCW: 1.11 tcw Main Diamond: 95 Round B...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpel Gold Mother Of Pearl Alhambra Diamond Holiday Pendant Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Extremely Rare Holiday Limited Edition Yellow/Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace Very difficult to acquire in this condition and combination since this item is fr...
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2010s French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Socrate Between the Finger ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Appels Socrate Between the Finger Ring White Gold. Complete with boxes and certificate of authenticity. Socrate Between the Finger ring, rhodium plated 18K white gold, ro...
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Early 2000s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 5 Flowers Frivole Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole collection. There are a total of 5 flowers and each diamond set flower petal is set with an assortment of round brilliant...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Earrings
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Earrings embody timeless sophistication and meticulous craftsmanship, making them a staple of the celebrated Maison's ren...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Alhambra Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
With the Alhambra design that has stood the test of time, this four-leaf clover-inspired piece truly symbolizes timeless style and sophistication. The ring is designed with a polishe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond pendant from Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole collection. Each flower petal is set with an assortment of round brilliant cut diamonds, all varying in sizes. Combined, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Pave Diamond 3 Row Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Van Cleef Arpels Pave Diamond 3 Row Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold A refined expression of Van Cleef & Arpels' timeless elegance, this 18K yellow gold diamond band is a masterpiece of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pill Case, 18k Yellow Gold, Length 1.5 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
Length: 1.5 in. Width: 1 3/8 inches Height: 3/8 inche Weight: 14.1 dwts. / 22 grams A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vintage item and may show signs of wear. It has been c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël White Coral 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking expression of floral elegance, this Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël brooch is a rare and exquisite creation from one of the most celebrated maisons in fine jewelry. Ex...
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K White Gold Diamond and Pink Opal Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
A Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra ring that captures the essence of feminine grace. This 18K white gold ring features a polished band topped with a four-leaf-clover-inspired motif. The c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Gold Coral 20-Motif Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
From the Alhambra Collection, this vintage necklace gathers twenty Alhambra motifs, set along a 32-inch-long yellow gold chain. The beaded Alhambra motifs, shaped like a four-leaf cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Ring Size 6.5 #18459
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Knot Ring Size 6.5 This elegant ring is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold in a classic crossover design by Van Cleef & Arp...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Lucky Spring bracelet, 18K rose gold, onyx, carnelian Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladybug Bracelet is a charming creation of elegance. This delicate piece features a ladybug motif, crafted with precision in 18k rose gold. The bracelet's 17.5 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clovers Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels Size 50 (US 5 1/2)
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Long Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Created in 2006 by Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra jewelry creations gather different-sized Alhambra motifs, coming together in a joyful dance. Inspired by the clover leaf, th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Shell 18k Yellow Gold Alhambra Cufflinks
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cufflinks are a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and luxury. Fashioned from 18k yellow gold, these cufflinks exude sophistication and elegance. The design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Van Cleef & Arpels Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds, a Cabochon Emerald, and a Cabochon Citrine. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels Circa 1960s 3/4 x 3/4 inches
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful arrangement of top ...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Philippine Diamond Gold Modernist Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Once in a blue moon. With electric blue lapis lazuli gemstone sides and center set diamonds, this Van Cleef & Arpels 'Philippine' 18 karat yellow gold modernist ring is a once in a ...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Leaf Diamond Vintage Retro Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Serial Numbered, Presumed New York Origin, Retro Era Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels New York 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Diamond Retro Choker Necklace. All original parts VCA and signed ...
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1950s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1972 Van Cleef Barquerolles Bracelet
Located in London, GB
From the sought-after Barquerolles collection that has reached the highest auction prices, this is a unique piece dated 1972. * 14ct yellow  gold set with white diamonds * Engraved ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Steel 18k Gold Cuff Ring Vintage Sz 6 Band Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels steel & 18k yellow gold cuff ring (circa 1990s). The stylish cuff ring highlights a steel center bordered with an undulating 18k yellow gold design. The...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Mother of Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow necklace from the vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arples. The necklace features 16 of the iconic 4-leaf clover motifs, each set with a beaded e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels by Sylvie Raulet (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Since its humble beginnings as a diamond merchant in turn of the century Paris, the house of Van Cleef & Arpels has steadily built a reputation for quality, originality, and luxury i...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Paris Band Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Band ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful band ring, was created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1980. The elegant ring...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS "Manchette" Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels. The "Manchette" cuff designed as a wide hammered gold tapered cuff of irregular outline with abstract textured figuration. In...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Between the Finger Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
A rare and exquisite creation from Van Cleef &Arpels, this two-finger ring is a stunning showcase of the Maison’s signature elegance and artistic flair. Crafted in 18K gold, the ring...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, 18K Unusual Vintage Earrings.
Located in Aspen, CO
18K textured yellow gold earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris. The front of these half style hoops have an applied rope in a vermicelli like motif giving them a wonderful patina whi...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Butterfly Marquise Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Fine Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful marquise cut ...
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20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

1998 Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Alhambra Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace features the iconic Alhambra motif crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pendant, measuring 1 inch by 1 inch, is designed with smooth, rounded cont...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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 contemporary designers, 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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