{"title":"Van Cleef \u0026 Arpels Earrings","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.oj-ve *{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0}\n.oj-ve{font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;color:#1a1a1a}\n.oj-ve-out{width:100vw!important;position:relative!important;left:50%!important;right:50%!important;margin-left:-50vw!important;margin-right:-50vw!important}\n.oj-ve-eye{font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11px!important;letter-spacing:.35em!important;text-transform:uppercase!important;font-weight:400!important;display:block;margin-bottom:1rem}\n.oj-ve-hero{background-color:#0e0e0e;padding:80px 24px 72px;display:flex!important;flex-direction:column!important;align-items:center!important;text-align:center!important}\n.oj-ve-hero .oj-ve-eye{color:#c9a96e!important;-webkit-text-fill-color:#c9a96e!important;opacity:1!important;text-align:center!important;width:100%!important}\n.oj-ve-hero h1{font-family:Georgia,'Times New 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class=\"sub\"\u003eThe Alhambra clover at the lobe. The Frivole flower catching light near the cheekbone. The Perlée bead trailing below the ear. Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels has never made a simple earring — every pair carries the weight of an idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-light\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-light-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\"\u003eOn Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Earrings\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eThe Earring as a Complete Statement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels has always treated the earring as a primary design challenge rather than a secondary accessory. The house's most famous technical invention — the Mystery Set, patented in 1933, which allows stones to be set with no visible metal between them — was first applied to earrings and brooches before it appeared in rings and necklaces. When you hold a Mystery Set Van Cleef earring and look at the surface of the gemstones, there is no metal. Just color, unbroken, as if the stones grew that way. That is the foundation of what the house builds on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Alhambra earring — introduced in 1968, still in production in precisely the same form — is the most worn Van Cleef piece in the world for good reason. The quatrefoil clover in mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite, or turquoise has a visual completeness at the lobe that nothing beside it achieves. The Frivole flower, with its diamond-set petals and its particular way of catching light at different angles, is the house's most feminine design. The Perlée bead collection brings 18-karat gold granulation — an ancient technique — to an earring format that reads as modern and architectural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe have sourced pre-owned \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-and-arpels\"\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels\u003c\/a\u003e jewelry from private estates for over fifteen years. Earrings are the category we handle most carefully — the posts, clips, and catches are the first things to show wear, and we examine them closely before any pair reaches this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr class=\"oj-ve-rule\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBrowse what is currently available above, or read on for a guide to each collection and what makes it worth understanding before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-white\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-white-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\" style=\"color:#c9a96e;-webkit-text-fill-color:#c9a96e;opacity:1;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.35em;text-transform:uppercase;display:block;margin-bottom:.5rem\"\u003eThe Collections\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Earring Collections — A Buyer's Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-cols\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-label\"\u003eAlhambra\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-body\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Alhambra Earrings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Alhambra clover was introduced in 1968 and has not meaningfully changed since. That fifty-seven-year design consistency is the source of both its cultural authority and its secondary market strength — a piece bought in 1985 and a piece bought in 2024 are functionally and aesthetically interchangeable, which keeps the entire inventory of Alhambra earrings liquid together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAlhambra earrings appear in several formats. The Vintage Alhambra stud — a single clover in a beaded gold frame — is the most immediately recognizable and the most actively traded. The Sweet Alhambra stud is the same motif at a smaller scale, aimed at buyers who want the clover language in a more delicate form. The Magic Alhambra drop earring features two or more clovers of different sizes suspended below the lobe in an articulated drop. The Vintage Alhambra pendant earring — a single clover hanging on a fine chain — sits between the stud and the full drop in both price and visual weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eMaterials matter significantly in the Alhambra secondary market. Mother-of-pearl white, onyx, malachite green, and turquoise are the four classic materials and the most consistently traded. Carnelian, tiger's eye, and the newer guilloché enamel editions have more variable demand. Yellow gold and white gold are both produced; yellow gold Alhambra earrings command a modest premium in the current market. Diamond-set Alhambra earrings — where the clover itself is pavé — occupy the top of the price range and attract a specific collector who wants the form without the color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-label\"\u003eFrivole\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-body\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Frivole Earrings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Frivole collection — frivole being French for frivolous or playful — renders the flower motif in diamonds set on 18-karat gold petals that catch and scatter light in a particularly distinctive way. The flower petals are individually set and slightly curved, so the earring has a dimensional quality at the lobe that flat pavé diamond jewelry does not. It moves differently in light, and it reads from further away as something complex and alive rather than simply a stud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eFrivole earrings come in several formats: the stud, where a single flower sits flush at the lobe; the pendant, where the flower hangs below a connecting element; and the Between the Finger ring format that extends the flower motif to the hand. As an earring, the stud version in yellow gold with white diamond pavé is the most consistently sourced on the secondary market. The pendant version is the more dramatic choice and tends to move quickly when it appears. Both are produced in yellow, white, and rose gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCondition on Frivole earrings centers on the petal settings — each individually set petal should be secure with no stone movement, and the curved petal form should be intact with no bending or distortion. We examine each petal under magnification before listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-label\"\u003ePerlée\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-body\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Perlée Earrings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Perlée collection takes its name from the French word for beaded, and its visual language from the ancient goldsmithing technique of granulation — tiny spheres of gold applied to a surface to create texture and depth. Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels applies that tradition to earrings in a distinctly contemporary way: a hoop or stud with a precise row of gold beads along the outer edge, sometimes alternating between smooth gold and beaded surfaces, sometimes combining beads with pavé diamonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Perlée Signature hoop earring — a smooth 18-karat gold hoop with a single row of gold beads along one edge — is the most wearable design in the collection and the most consistently available on the secondary market. It reads as a refined gold hoop with a specific technical detail rather than a fashion accessory. The Perlée Clover earring combines the beaded edging technique with the Alhambra clover form, creating a piece that bridges the two most recognizable VCA earring aesthetics. Diamond Perlée editions, where the bead row is replaced with pavé, command the highest prices in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-label\"\u003eTwo Butterfly\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-body\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Two Butterfly Earrings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe butterfly has been a Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels motif since the house's earliest decades — appearing in brooches, clips, and high jewelry long before the Two Butterfly collection was formalized. The earring format places two butterflies, typically in graduated size, at the lobe and below — one hovering above the other in an articulated arrangement that creates movement at the ear. Diamond and colored stone butterfly wings give the piece a quality of detail that is best appreciated at close range, which is exactly where earrings live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eTwo Butterfly earrings in diamond and yellow gold are the most consistently sought on the secondary market. Colored stone versions — sapphire, ruby, emerald wings against a diamond body — are rarer and command meaningful premiums when they appear in excellent condition. The articulation between the two butterfly elements should be fully free; stiffness or resistance in the connection is the primary condition concern on vintage examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-label\"\u003eCosmos\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-col-body\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Cosmos Earrings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Cosmos collection takes the flower and star motifs that run through VCA's design vocabulary and combines them into layered, interlocking arrangements — multiple flower elements overlapping at different depths, creating a three-dimensional quality that is unusual in fine jewelry earrings. Diamond-set Cosmos earrings in yellow gold are the most architecturally complex piece in the VCA earring range; they read from a distance as a concentrated field of light and from close range as an interlocking botanical and celestial system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCosmos earrings appear less frequently on the secondary market than Alhambra or Frivole, which makes them worth moving on when they do appear. Pre-owned Cosmos earrings in excellent condition with no distortion to the overlapping elements are a specific find that commands premiums from collectors who know the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-dark-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\"\u003eAuthentication\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eHow We Verify Every Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Earring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings — Alhambra in particular — are among the most widely copied luxury jewelry pieces in the world. The Alhambra clover has been reproduced at every quality level, from obvious tourist market fakes to sophisticated imitations with convincing quatrefoil forms and plausible metal finish. Distinguishing genuine VCA from imitation requires physical examination against specific authentication markers. Here is what we verify before any pair is listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-num\"\u003e01\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSignature \u0026amp; Hallmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eGenuine Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings carry the VAN CLEEF \u0026amp; ARPELS signature engraved on the back of the earring, post, or clip, alongside the French eagle head assay mark confirming 18-karat gold purity and a reference number. The signature should be precisely and consistently engraved — imitations almost always show irregular depth, inconsistent spacing, or abbreviated text under magnification. Both earrings in a pair carry identical markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-num\"\u003e02\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eAlhambra Beaded Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe gold beaded frame that surrounds the Alhambra clover — the house's signature detail — is one of the most diagnostic authentication markers for that collection. Genuine VCA beading is precisely executed with consistent bead size and perfectly even spacing throughout the frame. Copies almost invariably show irregular bead sizing, uneven spacing, or flattening of the beads at the corners of the quatrefoil. We examine the bead frame under magnification on every Alhambra piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-num\"\u003e03\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMother-of-Pearl \u0026amp; Stone Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe inlay materials in Alhambra earrings — mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite, turquoise — are examined for the even, flush setting quality that genuine VCA production maintains. The inlay should sit perfectly level within the gold frame with no gaps, no chipping at the edges, and no visible adhesive. Stone quality in Frivole, Cosmos, and Two Butterfly diamond pieces is assessed under loupe — stone security, setting precision, and diamond consistency are all verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-auth-num\"\u003e04\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003ePost \u0026amp; Closure Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEarring posts and closures are the first components to show wear. On genuine Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels fine jewelry earrings, the post is solid 18-karat gold and the butterfly back or omega clip is well-made and functions with positive tension. We test closure function on every pair and note any wear or looseness in the listing. If a post needs replacement or a clip has lost tension, the pair does not reach the site until it is addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-dark oj-ve-promise\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-dark-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\"\u003eFifteen Years of Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003ePre-Owned Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Earrings, Ready to Wear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe turn Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings away regularly — for authentication concerns, for condition issues that affect wearability, for Alhambra fakes that present confidently enough that only close examination reveals them. What reaches this page has cleared all of that. We source \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-and-arpels\"\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels\u003c\/a\u003e from private estates across the country, and we understand the collection well enough to be selective about what we offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"oj-ve-plist\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAuthentication verified — signature, hallmarks, beaded frame, inlay quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAlhambra, Frivole, Perlée, Two Butterfly, Cosmos regularly sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePosts and closures inspected and confirmed functional before listing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCondition disclosed specifically — not just \"excellent\" as a default\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOriginal VCA pouches and boxes transferred when present\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFull money-back authenticity guarantee, free insured shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-light oj-ve-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-light-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\"\u003eQuestions Worth Answering\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eVan Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Earrings — What Buyers Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the most popular Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-ans\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Alhambra stud earring is the most actively traded Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earring on the secondary market, by a significant margin. The mother-of-pearl and onyx versions in yellow gold are the most consistently available and the most reliable benchmark for pricing. Among drop earrings, the Magic Alhambra two-motif pendant is the most sought. For diamond earrings, the Frivole stud in yellow gold with white diamond pavé is the most consistently available non-Alhambra option. The Two Butterfly earring in diamond and yellow gold is the most specifically collected design — it attracts buyers who want something less ubiquitous than the Alhambra but equally VCA in character. The Perlée Signature hoop is the most understated option and the best choice for daily wear that doesn't announce itself as Van Cleef from across the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the price of pre-owned Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-ans\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePre-owned Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earring prices vary significantly by collection and configuration. Sweet Alhambra stud earrings in 18-karat yellow gold typically trade between $1,200 and $2,000 in excellent condition. Vintage Alhambra studs — the full-size version — run $2,200 to $3,800 depending on material and condition. Diamond Alhambra studs are significantly higher at $4,500 to $8,500. Frivole stud earrings in yellow gold with diamond pavé trade between $2,800 and $5,500. Perlée Signature hoop earrings run $1,400 to $2,800 in excellent condition. Two Butterfly earrings in diamond and yellow gold range from $4,500 to $12,000 depending on stone weight and complexity. Contact us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:contact@opulentjewelers.com\"\u003econtact@opulentjewelers.com\u003c\/a\u003e for current pricing on specific pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Vintage Alhambra and Sweet Alhambra earrings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-ans\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Alhambra and Sweet Alhambra earrings both feature the VCA quatrefoil clover motif in a beaded gold frame, but at different scales. The Vintage Alhambra is the original, full-size version — the clover measures approximately 15mm across, and the beaded gold frame is proportional. The Sweet Alhambra was introduced later as a smaller-scale version, with the clover at approximately 10mm — a more delicate interpretation intended for layering and everyday wear. Both are produced in the same materials (mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite, turquoise, carnelian, diamond) and both carry the same authentication markers. In the secondary market, Vintage Alhambra earrings command higher prices than Sweet Alhambra in comparable materials, reflecting both the larger stone area and the stronger collector demand for the original scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I authenticate Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels Alhambra earrings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-ans\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe primary authentication markers on genuine Alhambra earrings are the VAN CLEEF \u0026amp; ARPELS signature on the earring back, the French eagle head assay mark confirming 18-karat gold, and a reference number — all engraved on the back of the earring or the post. The gold beaded frame surrounding the clover is one of the most diagnostic physical details: genuine VCA beading has perfectly consistent bead size and precisely even spacing throughout the frame. Copies almost invariably show irregular bead sizing or flattened beads at the corners of the quatrefoil. The inlay — mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite, or turquoise — should sit perfectly flush within the gold frame with no gaps or chipping. If you have earrings you'd like assessed before purchasing from any source, contact our team at \u003ca href=\"mailto:contact@opulentjewelers.com\"\u003econtact@opulentjewelers.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDo Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings come in clip-on?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-ans\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes — Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels produces clip-on versions of most of its earring collections, including the Alhambra and Frivole. The house has always offered both post and clip configurations, recognizing that not all clients have pierced ears. Vintage VCA earrings from before the 1980s were predominantly clip-on. We note the closure type (post and butterfly, omega clip, or screw-back clip) in every listing and verify the clip mechanism for tension and condition as part of our standard authentication and condition assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-out oj-ve-white\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-white-in\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"oj-ve-eye\" style=\"color:#c9a96e;-webkit-text-fill-color:#c9a96e;opacity:1;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.35em;text-transform:uppercase;display:block;margin-bottom:.75rem\"\u003eKeep Exploring\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:clamp(18px,2.5vw,28px);font-weight:400;color:#1a1a1a;margin-bottom:.5rem\"\u003eMore Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels \u0026amp; Signed Earrings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.75;color:#444;margin-bottom:0\"\u003eThe houses that share VCA's commitment to imagination, technical mastery, and enduring design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"oj-ve-related\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-and-arpels\"\u003eAll Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-arpels-bracelets\"\u003eVCA Bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-arpels-necklaces\"\u003eVCA Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/van-cleef-arpels-rings\"\u003eVCA Rings\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cartier\"\u003eCartier\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bvlgari-earrings\"\u003eBvlgari Earrings\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/earrings\"\u003eAll Signed Earrings\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"van-cleef-arpels-alhambra-white-gold-earrings","title":"Van Cleef \u0026 Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k White Gold Earrings","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese Vintage Alhambra white gold earrings from Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels, dating back to 1998, emanate a timeless elegance. With their trademark quatrefoil design and exceptional craftsmanship, these earrings capture the spirit of the legendary Maison and its love for symbolism and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCrafted in 18 karat white gold, the earrings feature an open design that displays the iconic Alhambra motif in a unique and sophisticated manner. The clover-inspired shape, which is symbolic of good luck, stems from the design's Moroccan and Spanish architectural influences. The openwork design allows for an interplay of light and shadow that brings a sense of depth and dimension to the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe earrings' surfaces are meticulously polished to a high shine, reflecting light in a way that amplifies their radiant elegance. T\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehey are substantial enough to be noticed but not overpowering, making them perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite being created in the late 20th century, these Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels earrings embody a timeless elegance that is still very much relevant today. The Alhambra collection's enduring popularity is a testament to its unique blend of minimalism, sophistication, and distinctive design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether paired with casual attire or formal evening wear, these Vintage Alhambra white gold earrings provide an effortless touch of luxury and charm. They are more than just pieces of jewelry - they are a testament to Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels' enduring commitment to excellence in design and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Van Cleef and Arpels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40257180696741,"sku":"0000209","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/7828\/2405\/products\/van-cleef-arpels-alhambra-white-gold-earrings-0000209-30430311841957.jpg?v=1625918492"},{"product_id":"van-cleef-arpels-caresse-d-eole-diamond-earrings","title":"Van Cleef Arpels Caresse d Eole Diamond Earrings","description":"Evoking the petals of a flower in its full springtime bloom, these Caresse d Eole Earrings from Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels possess a flawless mixture of aesthetic artistry and stylistic serenity. 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These captivating earrings are a true testament to the masterful artistry and exceptional craftsmanship that Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels is renowned for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, these enchanting earrings showcase a striking design featuring two amethyst stones and one peridot on each earring. The amethysts, chosen for their exceptional quality and deep, rich hue, are beautifully complemented by the lively green peridot, creating a harmonious balance of color and light that is simply mesmerizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gemstones are expertly set allowing their natural beauty and radiance to take center stage. 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