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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Prince Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine and rare brooch by Van Cleef and Arpels, of French origin and circa late 20th Century. This brooch is made in the likeness of a small dog with a rolled up newspaper in its mout...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

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

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing embodiment of elegance and delicate craftsmanship. Created by the esteemed house of Van C...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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...
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1930s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Philippine Diamond ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Yellow Gold 18k all Diamond VCA Philippine Ring Size 4 can be resized up a little. Hallmarked VCA numbered and the .50 ct Diamonds. 1968 this vers...
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1960s French Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels No Heat Oval-Cut Ruby 18k Yellow Gold GRS Certified Ring
Located in Miami, FL
From the famed house of Van Cleef and Arpels, this ring centers an 8.85 carat oval-cut unheated Ruby and is flanked by an additional 2.00 carats of marquis-cut diamonds. The ruby is certified by GRS, while the ring is a signed VCA jewel...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Leaf Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance, showcasing the renowned sophistication of the esteemed jewelry house. Craft...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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...
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1980s French Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

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 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 ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2346 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2013 RRP £3,950 Inc taxes / $ 4,200Excl taxes / 4,600 € Inc taxes Model ARA41800 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Mother of ...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Chalcedony 18K White Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2331 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2013 RRP £ 4,750 Inc taxes / $ 5,050 Excl taxes /5,5550 € Inc taxes Model VCARD34700 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Chalced...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White 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 Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace
Located in Bilbao, ES
Lucky Alhambra long necklace, 12 motifs, 18K yellow gold, carnelian, tiger’s eye, white and gray mother-of-pearl, malachite. REF. VCARD80100 Carnelian: 2 stones Malachite: 3 stones M...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 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:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” bracelet, designed with two textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with three clover-shaped le...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose 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

Sweet Alhambra butterfly bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van-Cleef Arpels Brand New, without tags Gender Women 18K Yellow Gold Stone Mother-Of-Pearl Bracelet Length 7'' Weight 1.9gr Bracelet is resizable Comes with box and papers
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, 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...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 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 ________...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage Malachite 5 Station Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2021 Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage 18k Yellow Gold and Malachite 5 Station Bracelet, each station measuring 9/16 X 9/16 inch and 7 3/8 inches in length. This is complete ...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold

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 ...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow 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)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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 ...
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20th Century American Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Frivole Diamond 9 Flower Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Captivating petals of luxury: Van Cleef & Arpels' diamond flower necklace, a masterpiece of elegance and grace. This necklace has 9 diamond flower petals that have a total of 327 ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite 3 Motifs Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2323 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £9,450 Inc taxes / $ 10,100/ 11,000 € Inc taxes Model VCARO2AG00 Serial Number JE**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Malachit...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, 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...
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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 ...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2326 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 RRP £2,720 Inc taxes / $2,900 Excl taxes / 3,200 € Inc taxes Model ARP4KK00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Weight 5...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Frivole bracelet, 7 flowers, medium model 18K yellow gold, Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Frivole bracelet, 7 flowers, medium model 18K yellow gold, Diamond like new with certificate
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry & Watches

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...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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...
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1990s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Rose Gold

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
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lasuli 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earring
Located in New York, NY
These stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection feature the lucky clover design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with blue lapis laz...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow 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. ...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k 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
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Enamel

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
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

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
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold

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. ...
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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...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2277 Comes With box Only Date 2020 RRP £3500 Inc taxes / $3700 exc taxes / 4000 € Inc taxes Model ARP4KL00 Serial Number JBxxxxx Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight 6.5 g Width 15 mm...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond and Aquamarine Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the exquisite craftsmanship of Van Cleef and Arpels with this captivating Diamond and Aquamarine Ring. In very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with ...
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1960s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 ...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, White 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

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...
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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
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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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