Van Cleef & Arpels Pre-Owned
Founded 1896, Paris. Known for Alhambra (clover motif), Mystery Setting, and the Perlee collection. Now part of Richemont. Entry price significantly below Cartier fine jewelry.
Key Pieces & Pre-Owned Prices (USD)
| Piece | Pre-Owned | Retail | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Alhambra Pendant (1 motif) | $1,800–3,200 | ~$3,500 | Entry VCA. Clover motif; most accessible price point |
| Magic Alhambra (1 motif) | $1,400–2,600 | ~$2,800 | Smaller motif; good for layering |
| Alhambra Vintage Long Necklace (20) | $6,500–11,000 | ~$12,500 | Statement piece; yellow gold most liquid |
| Alhambra Bracelet (5 motifs) | $4,500–8,000 | ~$9,500 | Classic 5-motif bracelet — strongest resale |
| Perlee Bracelet (small) | $2,400–4,500 | ~$5,200 | Bead-textured gold; second most recognizable VCA line |
| Sweet Alhambra Earstuds | $1,200–2,100 | ~$2,400 | Pair; popular gifting piece |
Alhambra motif materials: Pieces come in yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, and with shell (mother-of-pearl, onyx, turquoise, carnelian) or diamond motifs. Yellow gold + mother-of-pearl is the classic — most recognizable and most liquid on the secondary market. Diamond motifs command significant premiums.