What is the meaning of Alhambra by Van Cleef?

symbol of luck
JEWELRY Alhambra Created by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1968, the four-leaf clover-inspired Alhambra® jewelry collection established itself as a timeless symbol of luck. A celebration of the Maison’s creativity, its pure lines and distinctive beaded silhouette are brought to life with a broad palette of natural materials.

Why is Van Cleef Alhambra so popular?

But why is the Van Cleef Alhambra so popular? The Alhambra collection launched in 1968, features a motif symbolising luck, love, health and fortune and has now become an emblem for the maison and one of the most recognisable jewellery motifs in the world.

What is the difference between vintage Alhambra and Magic Alhambra?

For purists, the Vintage Alhambra collection is true to the aesthetic of the line’s original design — the classic station necklace. Magic Alhambra plays with proportion, mixing and matching larger and smaller quatrefoils, while the Sweet Alhambra collection shrinks everything down to a delightfully delicate mini size.

What is Alhambra jewelry made of?

In 1968, the Maison created the first Alhambra® long necklace, composed of 20 clover-shaped motifs in creased yellow gold and trimmed with gold beads. This symbolic design achieved immediate success, recognized throughout the world as a token of luck, emblematic of Van Cleef & Arpels.

What color is Alhambra necklace?

Origin. Jaques’s love of the four-leaf clover sparked him to debut The Alhambra in 1968 in the form of a gold sautoir, a long Van Cleef & Arpels necklace embellished with 20 equidistant quatrefoil-shaped motifs, each one encased in creased yellow gold and surrounded by gold beads.

How can you tell fake VCA?

The stamp should read “Van Cleef & Arpels” or “VCA.” If your piece reads merely “Van Cleef,” it’s most likely a fake. Van Cleef & Arpels uses only 18K gold. Therefore, like the signature, each piece is marked with the number “750” to indicate the metal is 75% pure.

Are Van Cleef bracelets real gold?

To preserve the gleam of yellow gold pieces, Van Cleef & Arpels uses an 18-carat gold alloy, also known as 750 under the millesimal fineness system. All gold creations are stamped with a hallmark depicting an eagle’s head to certify their purity.

What is Alhambra jewelry?

The Alhambra is a talismanic design inspired by the four leaf clover and reminiscent of traditional Moorish quatrefoil (a framework pattern consisting of four overlapping circles). In fact, the collection is said to be named after the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, which boasts a number of sweeping archways.

Why Van Cleef&Arpels Alhambra collection?

Faithful to Van Cleef & Arpels’ tradition of excellence, the Alhambra collection reflects all the expertise of a High Jewelry Maison. Different crafts have come together for each piece, ranging from the lapidary to the jeweler, from the stone-setter to the polisher. Discover the Alhambra collection…

What kind of jewelry does Van Cleef and Arpels make?

With the Pure Alhambra® jewelry creations designed in 2001, Van Cleef & Arpels offers a new interpretation of the Alhambra symbol. Inspired by the clover leaf, they give pride of place to the purity and smoothness of its lines. Pure Alhambra bracelet, 4 motifs, yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl.

What kind of jewelry does the Alhambra have?

Vintage Alhambra pendant in white mother-of-pearl and yellow gold and Vintage Alhambra ring in white mother-of-pearl, diamond and yellow gold. Vintage Alhambra bracelets in onyx, white mother-of-pearl and yellow gold and Vintage Alhambra ring in onyx, diamond and yellow gold.

How many motifs are there on the Alhambra bracelet?

Pure Alhambra bracelet, 4 motifs, yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl. Final price, actual shipping costs and applicable taxes will be reflected on your order page before you are asked to confirm and place your order.