Top 5 Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry

For over a century, Van Cleef & Arpels embodies the excellence of French High Jewelry. Between poetry, technical innovation and strong symbolism, there Maison Parisienne has been able to create collections that have become legendary.

Here is our Top 5 Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, ranked according to their popularity with the public and collectorsfrom the most confidential to the most iconic.

5) Philippine, rare and discreet elegance

The collection Philippine embodies a more intimate and precious facet by Van Cleef & Arpels. Inspired by the delicacy of the floral world, it is distinguished by refined motifs, airy volumes, and a resolutely elegant aesthetic. The creations Philippine, notably the ringsare partially set with diamonds in their center, supported by two ornamental stone inserts Colorful and opaque (onyx, coral, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, chrysoprase...) highlight the jewelry-making expertise of the maison through meticulous work with form and light.

Less widely circulated than other iconic lines, Philippine is primarily aimed at a discerning clientele, sensitive to the rarity and to the subtlety of designThis discretion explains its place in this ranking: the collection enjoys a certain recognition among jewelry enthusiasts, while remaining relatively unknown to the general public.

4) Lucky Animals / Lucky Spring The poetry of the lucky charm

With the collections Lucky Animals And Lucky SpringVan Cleef & Arpels celebrates Luck, nature, and spring. Stylized animals, blooming flowers, delicate foliage, or lucky insects make up a narrative universe imbued with fantasy and gentleness.

Each piece of jewelry tells a story: that of an eternal spring or a protective animal. These collections captivate by their symbolic dimension and their playful approach, with an aesthetic bias that is almost borrowed from drawing. However, their popularity remains more targeted, notably because of this, combined with their limited production on certain models (especially vintage).

They thus occupy an intermediate position: appreciated for their originality, but less universal than the iconic collections of the Maison.

3) Frivole, natural femininity

A true ode to nature in motion, the collection Frivole embodies joy, lightness and radiance. Its heart-shaped petals, subtly mirror-polished, capture and reflect light with remarkable intensity. The result: living, luminous jewels and decidedly feminine.

Highly visible in the media and regularly worn by celebrities, Frivole benefits froma strong international reputation. It appeals to both young customers and loyal collectors of the Maison, with a Its growing popularity naturally places it at the center of this ranking, as one of the most iconic floral collections by Van Cleef & Arpels.

2) Perlée : timeless modernity

The collection Perlée today stands out as theone of the pillars of Van Cleef & Arpels' contemporary success. Recognizable by her line of finely crafted gold beadsIt offers a modern and graphic vision of luxury jewelry.

Easy to wear every day, Perlée seduced by its elegant simplicity and its great versatility. Rings, bracelets, and necklaces can be worn alone or layered, offering endless stylistic combinations. This ability to transcend trends while remaining thoroughly contemporary explains its immense success with a very wide audience.

Highly praised by both new customers and long-time fans, Perlée establishes itself as one of the most sought-after collections of the Maison.

1) Alhambra, the absolute icon of Van Cleef & Arpels

Created in 1968, the Alhambra collection is recognizable for its four-leaf clover motif. ssynonymous with luck and harmony, became the most recognizable signature piece of jewelry, in any form.

Available in a multitude of versions Vintage, Sweet, Magic, Adorned with mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite, turquoise, or diamonds, the Alhambra has transcended eras without ever losing its allure. It is today the most popular and most requested collection by Van Cleef & Arpels, both on the primary market and on the secondary market.

Driven by style icons and passed down through generations, Alhambra alone embodies the spirit of the Maison : a perfect blend of tradition, of luck and elegance.

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