Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings 18K yellow gold, Malachite VCARO3QL00
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra earrings 18K yellow gold, Malachite VCARO3QL00
- TYPE: EARRING
- BRAND: VAN CLEEF & ARPERLS
- SERIES: VINTAGE ALHAMBRA
- SKUS: VCARP2B100
- MATERIALS: YELLOW GOLD
Product Description
Vintage Alhambra Limited Edition Earrings in YELLOW GOLD set with Malachite and Diamondspecial Edition Handcrafted ladies Jewelry, luxury, casual jewelry, French Design. Founded in 1896 By Alfred Van Cleef and Salomon Arpels in Paris France. Jewelry features flowers, animals, and fairies. In 1933 VCA founded and patented the Mystery Setting (Serti Mysterieux) a technique here the prong settings are invisible. Each piece requires 300 or more hours of work.
- TYPE: EARRING
- BRAND: VAN CLEEF & ARPERLS
- SERIES: VINTAGE ALHAMBRA
- SKUS: VCARP2B100
- MATERIALS: YELLOW GOLD
Alhambra Limited Edition Malachite Earrings
The Alhambra Limited Edition Malachite earrings feature a quatrefoil-shaped malachite motif, and they are set in 18k yellow gold. The earrings are signed V.C.A. NY and crafted in Italy. They are a striking example of talismanic design, and they would be a lovely gift for someone special.
Alhambra is a talismanic design inspired by the four leaf clover
The Alhambra Collection includes pendants, rings, bracelets and earrings. Each necklace is unique, and each style is adorned with a different gemstone. The Vintage Alhambra jewelry line remains true to the original design, while incorporating new elements such as asymmetric shapes and hollowed forms. In addition to the talismanic style, this collection features vintage Alhambra jewelry that includes rare diamond-set motifs.
The Alhambra collection is named after the palace and fortress in Granada, Spain. The design is inspired by Moorish quatrefoil decorations and is considered a symbol of luck and good fortune. This motif first appeared in jewelry during the 1920s as a talisman. The designer Jacques Arpels, who was known for his love of lucky symbols, gathered the four-leaf clover in his garden in Germigny-l’Eveque.
The Alhambra design has a rich history. Jacques Arpels, who believed in lucky talismans, often gave them to his employees. In 1968, he debuted the first Alhambra piece. His first creation featured twenty creased four-leaf clovers framed by distinctive beading. This lucky charm became a cult symbol for the brand.
Van Cleef & Arpels launched the Alhambra collection in 1968 and has been celebrating luck ever since. Today, the Alhambra Collection includes a range of styles that have evolved over the years. The timeless style and elegance of the Alhambra collection has become a signature of the French jewelry house.
The Alhambra necklace is one of the most iconic examples of the Alhambra design. Its gold chain with 20 clovers was a hot item during the 1970s. It was also a favored piece of jewelry worn by celebrities such as the Princess Grace of Monaco.
The Alhambra collection from Van Cleef & Arpels is famous for its four-leaf clover motif, which was inspired by the Alhambra Palace in Granada. The clover is a talismanic design and represents luck, love and good fortune. The Alhambra line was launched in 1968, as a part of the brand’s La Boutique collection that addressed the changing lifestyles of women.
The Alhambra collection was introduced in 1968, and is inspired by the four-leaf clover, a talismanic design that is said to bring luck. The Alhambra has been popular with celebrities and fashion icons since its debut, and the brand continues to produce its iconic four-leaf clover jewelry.
Alhambra jewelry is made by combining the talents of two craftsmen: a lapidary who cuts and polishes gems, and a jeweler who sets and polishes the finished pieces. Today, The Alhambra collection includes rings, earrings, bracelets, and watches, as well as a wide range of precious stones.
It features mother-of-pearl
The Alhambra Limited Edition Malachite earrings are available in different lengths. The design is based on the four-leaf clover motif, which was first introduced in 1968. It is meant to serve as a lucky charm. The tradition of wearing lucky charms has its roots in Touch Wood rings, which were introduced in 1924. The designs quickly caught on and were worn by celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor and Princess Grace of Monaco.
These earrings are made of 18k yellow gold and feature a malachite motif. The pair is signed V.C.A NY and features a certificate of authenticity. The earrings measure just under a centimeter in length and are complemented by a lobster clasp.
Jacques Arpels believed in good luck, and the designs of the house have featured good luck symbols since the 1920s. This four-leaf clover motif is a nod to the famous four-leaf clover. He collected them in his garden in Germigny-l’Eveque near Paris, and gave them to his staff as a symbol of luck.
Malachite is extremely sensitive and can be damaged by a fingernail. Thankfully, Van Cleef & Arpels offers replacement stones for their Malachite pieces. However, it is important to note that this replacement will cost you approximately $350 USD.
Van Cleef & Arpels has done an amazing job of solidifying their brand’s presence. Their timeless design and timeless elegance have made the Alhambra pendant a symbol for luck. It was inspired by Moorish tiles in Granada and has a long history of producing lucky charms.
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