Van Cleef & Arpels History of Value

When it comes to money, there are many ways to invest yours with the hopes of b building a profit.  One thing any financial advisor will tell you is that it is important to diversify your investments rather than putting all your money into one type of investment such as real estate, stocks, bonds, collectibles, etc. 

Jewelry may be something you wear every day, on special occasions, or rarely but regardless, it is worth considering as investment.  Not all jewelry is an investment that will appreciate, and that is ok, but if you want to put your money in something that will, vintage signed jewelry is the way to go.  One particular brand, Van Cleef & Arpels, is an internationally-known, highly sought after vintage jewelry brand.  Van Cleef and Arpels was founded in 1896 and for well over a century, has been an industry-leading jewelry brand worn by royalty, celebrities, and the elite.

Van Cleef & Arpels as an Investment

Whether you choose to invest in vintage jewelry to wear or simply to own as an asset, seeking the right vintage brands and the ideal signed pieces from a high-quality jeweler is a must.  Depending on the piece, it is an investment that you may see a great return on in your lifetime or it may be something you choose to pass on as a family heirloom so that it can further appreciate over time. 

Fortune explains just how exceptional an investment in Van Cleef and Arpels can be and why it is important to choose signed pieces, “From exquisite diamond rings to precious stones fashioned into fanciful brooches and sumptuous necklaces, the Sotheby’s sale showcases an ornate 18-karat gold, sapphire, and diamond necklace and ear clips with a detachable 84.90-carat, cushion-cut, yellow Ceylon sapphire by Van Cleef & Arpels, estimated to sell at between $150,000 to $200,000. Another star is a 1942 platinum and diamond brooch shaped into a curved bow, also by Van Cleef & Arpels, estimated to bring between $50,000 and $70,000…In the world of antique, vintage, and estate jewelry, signed pieces by the maker can mean the difference between a lovely item and an appreciating asset. A signed object also makes it harder to knock off. The blue-chip makers remain the standard-bearers: Bulgari, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels continue to be coveted by savvy collectors…Currently, according to Everett, mid-century Van Cleef & Arpels and 1970s Bulgari are highly desired.”  Yafa Signed Jewels travels the world to find the highest quality Van Cleef and Arpels vintage signed jewelry.  When you are interested in making an investment in Van Cleef and Arpels vintage signed jewelry, our selection is unparalleled.