jewellery

. Investment Jewellery
For over a hundred years, the name Van Cleef & Arpels has been recognised as a symbol of beauty, and as incomparable sophisticated style of jewellery. In America this is called 'handcrafted custom jewelry'. Despite the current economic climate of autumn 2008, Van Cleef & Arpels most exquisite high jewellery pieces never stop selling, because they are seen as investments.
The Van Cleef & Arpels brand instantly conjures the concept of diamonds, rare rubies, sapphires, emeralds and of one-off gemart - true bespoke luxury jewellery. This high jewellery house consistently strives to improve methods of cutting stones and create innovative pieces; as a result the pieces are treasured through generations.
In times of economic strife, or war, the idea of investing in high quality distinctive jewellery is not new. In falling markets investors look to Jewellery with couture provenance such as this gem set bespoke piece by Van Cleef & Arpels (see picture immediately right). Van Cleef & Arpels exhibits museum pieces and sometimes resells original vintage signature prized items owned by collectors.
You have to examine a high definition picture to appreciate the craftsmanship and quality of Van Cleef & Arpels couture jewellery pieces.
Right - Van Cleef & Arpels Castalie neckpiece. The Castalie Necklace is set in White gold to enhance round diamonds and orange, gold, mandarin garnets.
You need to contact Van Cleef & Arpels directly to get a current price of any jewellery. But I can reveal that most of the luxury gemset pieces shown on this page cost over £100,000