Van Cleef & Arpels Ring Yellow gold, Gray mother-of-pearl and Diamonds - c. 1980
Van Cleef & Arpels Ring Yellow gold, Gray mother-of-pearl and Diamonds - c. 1980
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Precious simplicity
Description
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels ring in 18-carat yellow gold with a central motif set with diamonds. On either side, two chinchilla mother-of-pearls (gray mother-of-pearl), also inserted between two gold borders set with diamonds. Thus, the piece is composed of 1.38 carats of diamonds in total.
Van Cleef & Arpels has always inspired dreams with its creations imbued with poetry and finesse. This ring, whose rounded design stands out from well-known collections, is no exception. The chinchilla mother-of-pearl adorning the piece is endowed with reflections that play with the light, as if the ring came to life on the finger. In addition, it perfectly echoes the facets of the diamonds.
Why did Françoise choose it?
Françoise is particularly fond of Van Cleef & Arpels, and likes unusual pieces. This ring, straight out of the late 1970s, is far from ordinary, not only in its design but also in the stone used. Connoisseurs will recognize the Van Cleef & Arpels signature thanks to the finesse of the jewelry work and the shape of the motif, very couture. However, it is not part of the Maison's specific "thematic collections," which were truly born in the 2000s. This is a rarer, more exclusive piece, and one that you are unlikely to find adorning the fingers of your friends.
History
The history of the Maison Van Cleef & Arpels began with the marriage of Estelle (Esther) Arpels, daughter of a gemstone merchant, and Alfred Van Cleef, who came from a line of Belgian and Dutch artisans specializing in stone cutting. Estelle's brothers, Charles, Louis, and Julien Arpels, quickly joined forces with their brother-in-law to create Van Cleef & Arpels, a brand registered in 1906, the year the first boutique opened at 22 Place Vendôme.
Ornamental stone made a comeback in the 1980s, whether colored, like coral, or black, like onyx. These creations feature simple lines and often volume, illustrating a delightful dialogue between form and material.
Dimensions
Dimensions
Material
Material
18-carat yellow gold, gray mother-of-pearl (chinchilla mother-of-pearl) and diamonds (1.38 carats).
Usage instructions
Usage instructions
Authentication
Authentication
Every piece undergoes a two-step expert review before joining our selection.
Françoise and her team, collectors and horology enthusiasts for many years, examine it first.
Our partner watchmakers, with whom we work closely, then carry out the technical authentication.
Condition
Condition
Our photographs are true to life: taken in-house with a macro lens, they capture every detail of a piece with precision — including marks or scratches that may be less visible to the naked eye.
We never retouch a watch's condition; only the brightness of the photograph may be adjusted.
Serial numbers are removed from photographs to protect the authenticity of each piece.
Shipping
Shipping
Worldwide shipping and insurance are offered for each item upon receipt of payment.
Any customs duties and local taxes, which vary depending on the country of destination, remain your responsibility.
In Paris, hand-delivery is possible by appointment, once funds have been received.
Return and refund policy
Return and refund policy
Despite photos and descriptions that we hope are as accurate as possible, we know that the relationship with a piece of jewelry, a watch, is above all physical.
That's why we offer a 14-day return period, no questions asked, with a refund within 5 days of receiving the watch.
However, the watch must be in an aesthetic and mechanical condition similar to when it was sent.
A question?
A question?
Contact us or consult our Your questions, our answers page. A private appointment in Paris is also possible, upon request.
