Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

The house of Van Cleef & Arpels was created in 1896 with the union between Estelle Arpels, daughter of a precious stone dealer, and Alfred Van Cleef, from a family in the stone polishing business, who shared a passion for jewellery.

On 1906 June 16th, the House set up at 22 place Vendôme, a location already cradled in an international ambience of luxury. It was the beginning of their astonishing growth. Very quickly, special orders were to make Van Cleef & Arpels a benchmark in the field of high quality jewellery.

During the 20s, an artistic alliance consolidated the Van Cleef & Arpels style. Renée Puissant, the daughter of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, became the House’s artistic director. Joined in 1922 by René Sim Lacaze, a brilliant designer, they wrought an aesthetic heritage that is still celebrated today.

Between 1926 and 1939, with emblematic creations such as the “collier Zip” (zip necklace), the duo made the name of Van Cleef & Arpels synonymous with excellence in designer jewellery. From 1940 onwards, the legendary theme of ballerinas and fairies would make its appearance.

In 1968, the House created a truly lucky icon: the Alhambra. This elegant symbol with gold beaded borders experienced rapid popularity and became famous as a bringer of good fortune, the emblematic motif of Van Cleef & Arpels.

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The history of Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

The house of Van Cleef & Arpels was created in 1896 with the union between Estelle Arpels, daughter of a precious stone dealer, an

Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

The house of Van Cleef & Arpels was created in 1896 with the union between Estelle Arpels, daughter of a precious stone dealer, and Alfred Van Cleef, from a family in the stone polishing business, who shared a passion for jewellery.

On 1906 June 16th, the House set up at 22 place Vendôme, a location already cradled in an international ambience of luxury. It was the beginning of their astonishing growth. Very quickly, special orders were to make Van Cleef & Arpels a benchmark in the field of high quality jewellery.

During the 20s, an artistic alliance consolidated the Van Cleef & Arpels style. Renée Puissant, the daughter of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, became the House’s artistic director. Joined in 1922 by René Sim Lacaze, a brilliant designer, they wrought an aesthetic heritage that is still celebrated today.

Between 1926 and 1939, with emblematic creations such as the “collier Zip” (zip necklace), the duo made the name of Van Cleef & Arpels synonymous with excellence in designer jewellery. From 1940 onwards, the legendary theme of ballerinas and fairies would make its appearance.

In 1968, the House created a truly lucky icon: the Alhambra. This elegant symbol with gold beaded borders experienced rapid popularity and became famous as a bringer of good fortune, the emblematic motif of Van Cleef & Arpels.

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All items are in stock at Collector Square and shipped within 24 hours worldwide.

Delivery is secure and carried out by professional carriers (DHL or UPS) between 9am and 6pm:
-France: €20, within 2 working days (6 days for Corsica)
-Europe: delivery is €30, within 2 working days.
-Hong Kong: delivery is HK$700, within 3 to 4 working days.
-Rest of the world: delivery is €80, within 6-8 working days.

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All items are delivered with their certificate of expertise. Each item is expertly evaluated before being placed online and examined by our experts:
- expert in bags: Jérôme Lalande
- expert in watches: Romain Réa
- expert in jewellery: Thierry Stetten

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You have 14 days counting from the day you receive your item (the legal withdrawal period) in which to return it to us. The item must be returned in the same condition as when it was sold.

After 14 days, you have the option of exchanging your item for another using the Collector Switch service.

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