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Van Cleef & Arpels Articles

Founded in the legendary Place Vendôme in 1906 by Alfred Van Cleef & Estelle Arpels, the couple's love story infuses each of the Maison's designs. Van Cleef & Arpels is as famous for its fine jewellery as it is for its "mystery setting" technique and annual collections of high jewellery.

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Epoque Fine Jewels turquoise and diamond pendant earrings
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Talismanic turquoise

Van Cleef & Arpels Extraordinaire Charm Esperance watch
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Counting carats at Harrods

Van Cleef & Arpels Zip necklace
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Transformable jewels: the ultimate in versatile style

Van Cleef & Arpels Heure d’ici & Heure d’ailleurs watch
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The only ones to watch

Van Cleef & Arpels Irene Sri Lankan sapphire and diamond earrings
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Sapphire hunting in Sri Lanka

Van Cleef & Arpels Seven Seas Arabian Sea Etoile De Mer brooch
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The Queen propels brooches back into the spotlight

Cluster-set Van Cleef & Arpels engagement ring
KNOW-HOW

Diamond settings: a definitive guide

Van Cleef & Arpels sautoir necklace and ring
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Sublime shades of blue perfectly captured in turquoise high jewellery

Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Pavée Saphirs Roses watch
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High jewellery watches with coloured gemstones to brighten the hours

Van Cleef & Arpels Goutte de Spinelle ring
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These alternative coloured gemstones are moving in very precious circles

Van Cleef & Arpels Quest of Beauty Zip bracelet
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The revival of the ancient art of filigree

Van Cleef & Arpels Arabian Sea clip
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Dive into the deep blue yonder with stunning sea-inspired jewellery

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