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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gemstone: Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels two Butterfly rose Gold mop and marquise Diamonds Earrings
Located in Bilbao, ES
Two Butterfly earrings, 18K rose gold, white mother-of-pearl, rhodium plated 18K white gold, marquise-cut diamonds, diamond quality DEF, IF to VV...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k 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...
Category
1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphire and Diamond Bypass Ring in Platinum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Behold the beauty of this Van Cleef and Arpels sapphire and diamond bypass ring, where sophistication intertwines with brilliance.
Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Asymmetrical Coral & Turquoise Day & Night Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Asymmetrical Angel Skin Coral & Turquoise Diamond Day & Night Earrings
A pair of earrings with flower motif daytime elements, one set with a cabochon turquoise an...
Category
1960s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Category
Late 20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Snowflake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake collection, since the 1940s, is inspired by flakes of snow. Two rows of diamonds connected by several round diamonds that combine to form dazzling sn...
Category
1990s American Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 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...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Between the Finger 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful pre-owned ring from the house of Van Cleef & Arpels, this piece is part fo the Frivole collection.
Designed as flowers with heart-shaped petals, the ring features 112 round...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with b...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
A brooch featuring six blue chalcedony petals, 23 round cabochon sapphires, and approximately 3.30 carats of 78 round cut dia...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 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...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 2.81 ct GIA EVS2 Marquise Diamond Ring with Tapered Baguettes
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ring is a sparkling piece of history! Crafted in the 1940s/1950s, this gorgeous 2.81 carat antique cut marquise is a rare find. It has a charming pa...
Category
1940s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Perlee Clovers Medium Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Perlée Clovers collection. The ring features 7 four leaf clover motifs, each set with 8 round brilliant cut diamonds. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clovers Ring Extra Wide Model
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2015, 18k, by Van Cleef & Arpels, France. Underscored by meticulous gold work and brilliant white diamonds (F-E VS), this Perlée Clovers ring is Van Cleef & Arpels at its ever...
Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Alhambra collection. The flower motif is set with a single claw set ruby weighing 0.47ct. The petals of the flowe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond 18k Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage (almost antique) ring by French fine jewelle...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "VCA" 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels, original retro 18 karat yellow gold chain and diamond necklace. The necklace is from the 1980's with an English link/ herringbone chain style and center diamond ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels diamond cufflinks in 18k white gold and platinum. The cufflinks feature openwork foliate design. The leaves are set with 170 o...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970's Van Cleef and Arpels Green Chrysoprase and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Van Cleef and Arpels diamond and chrysoprase dress ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring centrally features a deep green chrysoprase stone which has been beautif...
Category
1970s British Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond floral Ear-clips
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels turquoise and diamond floral ear-clips in 18k yellow gold. The earrings are designed as flower, with the centers set with cabochon cut oval shape turquoises measur...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels French 11.40 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 8.74 carats
Transparent dark blue in color and set in semi bezel with twisted rope surround
Curling around sapphir...
Category
1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Gold Charms Carnelian Dial 38mm Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
The epitome of luxury with this stunning VCA charm watch, a true marvel of craftsmanship and elegance.
Meticulously crafted from 18 karat gold, this timepiece exudes a timeless allure that captivates at every glance.
Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Red Carnelian Dial 38mm 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch.
Case Shape...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Alhambra collection. The central flower motif is set with 4 round round brilliant cut diamonds in a pave setting weig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Band Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With VVS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Ring band designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Beautiful contemporary ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful ring has been carefully cra...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels emerald and diamond platinum ring, circa 1940.
Set its centre with a Columbian emerald cut emerald of 2.07cts within four contrasting yellow gold claws ...
Category
1940s European Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels, France Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Figaro Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century gold and diamond figaro link bracelet, in 18k, completed by a box clasp with figure-8 safety. Van Cleef & Arpels, France. #B2174 A43. Atw ...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold Facade Quartz Dress Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Façade 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Wrist Watch
Façade collection
Watch weighs 29g (including crocodile strap)
Case measures appx 30mm x 19mm (21.5mm with crown)...
Category
2010s Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.03ct IGR Cert
Located in London, GB
A stunning single stone diamond ring in platinum by Van Cleef and Arpels. The ring is set to the centre with a round brilliant cut diamond in a four claw setting weighing 1.03ct, it ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef and Arpels Platinum Pearl and Diamond Swirl Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These Van Cleef & Arpels earrings have lustrous pearls and sparkling diamonds in a swirl.
The two pearls are approximately A) 8.97 millimeters and B) 9.21 millimeters; accompanied ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels New York in the 1970s, this ring is composed of 18K gold and approximately 3.40 carats of diamonds. It is designed as a tapering channel-set line of bag...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 20.00 carats.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels
Circa 1970s
Size 7 inches
Comes with ...
Category
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Tubogas Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Tubogas Passe-Partout Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold. . This piece features a tubogas chain with a hidden clasp that doubles as a pendant, which is also tubular in fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Between the Finger Socrate Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate between the finger ring. The ring is a size 5.25 (US), made of 18K white gold, and weighs 3.90 DWT (approx. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cushion Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Captivating elegance meets timeless beauty in this Van Cleef & Arpels sapphire and diamond halo ring, a dazzling embrace of color and brilliance, capturing hearts one exquisite detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the allure of timeless glamour with this Platinum Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s Diamond Eternity Ring. Crafted to perfection, this exquisite piece is a testament to th...
Category
1960s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef And Arpels Diamond and Amethyst Bracelet Platinum.
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef And Arpels diamond and amethyst line bracelet in platinum.
The bracelet features 10 emerald cut amethysts graduating in size, alterna...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Between The Finger Ring With Carnelian & Diamonds 0.35
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Between The Finger Ring With Carnelian & Diamonds 0.35
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 135276
Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Between The Finger Ring With Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, Rose Gold
French Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Center Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
French Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Center Diamond Necklace. The diamonds weigh a total of appx. 25 carats. The center marquise diamond weighs appx. 1.50 carats. The length is 17.5 in...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
An 18 karat yellow gold flower motif brooch set with 76 round cut diamonds and 4 cabochon turquoise
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y. an...
Category
1960s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Alhambra Diamond 18k White Gold 5 Motif Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous long Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the classic Alhambra collection features 5 lucky clover motifs crafted in 18k white gold and set with 60 round brilliant D-E-F VVS...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1960s, these Van Cleef & Arpels earrings are composed of platinum and approximately 7.00 carats of diamonds. Each earring with omega clip back is designed as a blossom...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Bracelet and Necklace Set, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A royal Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Bracelet and Necklace Set made in 18k Yellow Gold. The diamond weight is appx. 4...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980's Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Van Cleef and Arpels lapis and diamond bombe dress ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring features a unique plaited desi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Diamond Large Door Knocker Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
These earrings exhibit the fine detail and craftsmanship that only Van Cleef and Arpels (FRANCE) can produce. Finely made in 18K textured yellow gold, they have been set with only th...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Flower Rose Gold Diamond Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1511
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Model VCARP7RJ00
Date ...
Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Eternity Band In Platinum With 6.77 Ctw In VVS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Eternity band designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
An outstanding contemporary ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful ring has been care...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond 18k Gold Fleurette Flower Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set wit...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels pair of Sapphire and Diamond 'Mystery-Set' Earclips
Located in Miami, FL
Original VCA earrings of calibré-cut sapphires, bordered by baguette diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered N.Y.10511.
Category
1950s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 1925 Paris Lapel Clip Watch Platinum With 2.17 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco lapel clip watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Fabulous and very rare lapel clip watch, created during the art deco period in Paris Fr...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet Gold Coral Gemstones French Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet made of 18k gold, coral, chrysoprase and accented with diamond.
The bracelet consists of five elongated coral planks framed in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with diamonds. The coral’s salmon coloring is perfectly even, with no spots or cavities. There are five four-prong set oval cabochon cut chrysoprase staged between the planks. The contrast of the deep green gems and the coral is striking. The little diamonds set in the arrow patterns add a luxurious touch to the piece.
This VCA vintage bracelet is a special jewel which reflects the wearer’s personality and taste.
The vintage Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet comes in an original VCA box which makes it the perfect piece at a fraction of the retail price.
This vintage French bracelet is made of 18k yellow gold, coral, chrysoprase and accented with round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, total weight approximately 0.60 carat).
The vintage bracelet measures 6 ¾” x ¼” (17.3 x 0.8 cm) and weighs 25.1 grams.
The coral bracelet is stamped with Van Cleef & Arpels maker's mark and workshop, hallmark for 18 karat gold, French hallmarks for 18 karat gold and serial number.
Chic, colorful and wearable, this vintage 18k gold necklace bracelet set is a great addition to your jewelry collection.
About Van Cleef & Arpels Brand:
Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry has been worn by celebrities and royalty since the first boutique opening in 1906. Being founded by a daughter of a precious stone dealer and a son of a stone cutter, Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, the brand was meant to be big in the jewelry world. Press used to call the power couple union “The Maison based on love”.
Even before Art Deco was pronounced as a style, VCA brand was known for their skillfully made, bold geometric pieces. Later, during the century, the maker mastered this design approach to the top notch jewelry level. The experimental spirit, fearless usage of the exotic materials and truly unique gemstone combinations brought Van Cleef & Arpels to the top three Maisons of the jewelry world.
In order to make this prestigious jewelry affordable not only for an affluent clientele, Nadine Krakov Collection offers a wide selection of estate Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry without the high markups.
About Vintage French Jewelry:
Vintage French jewelry is highly valued by jewelry experts and enthusiasts.
Since the late Renaissance, France has been established itself as one of the world trendsetters in art and fashion. A quick look at the top 5 French jewelry designers — Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Hermes, Chaumet, Chanel — describes French level of greatness even better.
What allowed France to reach such a high level in the jewelry world hierarchy? In a nutshell, it’s because of the apprenticeship system. In the beginning of 1950s in France anyone at the age 14 could start learning the craft. This way French jewelers, like no others in the world, gain a substantial portion of experience at the early age. Even non-designer jewels were produced by the high skilled masters.
Most modern jewelry is not handcrafted anymore, and mass market-oriented production is prevailing. Jewelry designs are streamlined to use as less hand labor as possible. That’s why today vintage French jewelry is in such high demand.
About Coral Jewelry:
Once considered as a plant, coral acquired the nickname “garden of the sea”. In fact, coral is a branch formed by microscopic species called the coral polyp. It grows in the ocean and forms massive colonies.
In different cultures wearing coral has different meanings. In Slavic countries coral beads were a part of the national costumes. The ancient Romans believed coral protected their kids from danger. Same in Italy, where in the beginning of 20th century coral jewelry was believed to be an anti-evil eye protection.
Today coral is worn as a chic accessory with meaning and admired for its exceptional natural beauty. The silky coral texture and a variety of coral colors attract jewelry lovers all over the world.
The value of vintage coral jewelry...
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1960s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, France Estate Gold and Diamond Band-Style Ring
Located in New York, NY
A late 20th-century gold and diamond band-style ring, the pierced and tapered pavé diamond face bisected diagonally by a graduated line of collet-set diamonds, in 18k. Van Cleef & Ar...
Category
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Philippine Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Lapis Lazuli Philippine Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 18 round brilliant cut diamond VS1 clarity, G color total weight .50ct.
And 2 beautiful lapi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
7.06 Carat Blue Sapphire and 3.32 Carat Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
This Van Cleef & Arpels high jewelry Cosmos wristwatch is like having a flower filled, secret garden on your wrist!
The legendary history of fine jewelry and watch maison Van Clee...
Category
Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Ropework and Diamond Hoop Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef and Arpels Ropework and Diamond Hoop Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The diamonds weigh appx. 1.60 carats. Signed VCA and numbered B3066A78.
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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Van Cleef And Arpels Platinum Jewelry
Antique Rose Beads
Van Cleef And Arpels Flower
Tiffany Pave
Panther Jewelry Box
Tiffany And Co Love
Tiffany And Co And Love
Diamond Black Enamel Antique
Onyx And Diamond 1920
Cartier Ruby Diamond
Tiffany Co Blue Sapphire
Aluminium Bag
Aluminum Bag
Tiffany Pave Diamonds
Ruby Calibre
Antique Fasteners
Calibre Rubies
Tiffany Head