Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Guilloché Yellow Gold Necklace VCARP3JJ00

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs Guilloché Yellow Gold Necklace VCARP3JJ00

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 clover leaf, these icons of luck are adorned with a border of golden beads.

Vintage Alhambra necklace, 10 motifs, guilloché yellow gold.

Metal: 18k yellow gold (weight 38.8g)
Stones: 10 Guilloché Yellow Gold
Chain length: 16.54 inches (42cm)
Motif size: 15mm * 15mm
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Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Necklace

The Van Cleef & Arpel ‘Vintage Alhambra’ necklace is made from yellow gold and features 10 motifs that are carved in the guilloche style. It is accompanied by a small yellow gold Hallmark clasp. Before confirming your order, the final price will be reflected on the product page. Please note that since the Van Cleef & Arpels’ pieces are handmade, the carat weight and number of stones will vary.

History of Van Cleef & Arpels

The history of Van Cleef & Arpuls’ Vintage Alhambra collection dates back to 1968, when the Maison first unveiled the Alhambra long necklace. It featured twenty clover-shaped motifs trimmed in gold. The piece quickly became synonymous with the Maison and became a symbol of good luck. Since then, the Alhambra collection has evolved with various materials, colors and symbols.

Jacques Arpels began collecting four-leaf clovers in his youth and presented them to his staff, accompanied by a poem entitled Don’t Quit by John Greenleaf Whittier. The necklace grew in popularity and was worn by many of Hollywood’s most famous women. Grace Kelly was a devoted fan of Van Cleef & Arpels and owned several Alhambra necklaces. She wore two or three of these at a time and sometimes even wore a pendant of the same design to complete her outfit.

The Vintage Alhambra Necklace is named after the eight-th century Moorish palace in Granada, Spain. The Alhambra is the only remaining royal territorial center from the Islamic Golden Age. Its red walls earned it its name. Arabic word for “red fort” is al-qal’a al-hamra. The four-leafoil is an architectural element carved into the walls of the Alhambra.

Style of the necklace

A timeless accessory, the Van Cleef & Arpel’s Vintage Alhambra Necklace VCARP-3JJ00 features a pendant with a quatrefoil motif surrounded by hard stones. The necklace is part of the Vintage Alhambra collection, which also features rings and pendants with a beaded border. A timeless style, this necklace is a testament to the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and its ability to create timeless trends.

The brand’s vintage designs have an iconic look that’s easy to wear and versatile. The van cleef & arpels vintage alhambra necklace VCARP3JJ00 costs $9,440 on average. A similar piece can be found for less than $1,900. However, the most expensive version of this necklace can sell for up to $45,000.

The Alhambra motif is inspired by the beautiful Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. The necklace showcases a vintage design that incorporates the house’s pillars. While it’s inspired by the alhambra, it doesn’t replicate the original, but it’s inspired by the timeless beauty of the architecture.

Price

A stunning necklace can dress up any outfit and make you feel like a modern queen or a royal. These Van Cleef & Arpels necklaces are made of 18k yellow gold and feature five motifs. The pendant is adorned with a tiger’s eye, a stone said to help release fear. The necklace is finished with a lobster clasp and features a dazzling pearl drop at the center.

The jewelry of this brand is considered to be one of the most luxurious and elegant on the market. Founded in Paris in 1896, Van Cleef & Arpels has been a renowned brand for jewelry. In fact, it was the first luxury jewelry brand to use an invisible setting. Estate jewelry is a great way to acquire a piece of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry at a reduced price.