Every jewelry house has its own iconic creations, but Van Cleef & Arpels has its own way of interpreting the word “icon”. It’s through the Alhambra collection that this house decided to write history in the world of jewelry, a collection that has successfully become over the years a lucky charm. This comes as no surprise for the Maison who takes the famous quote of Jean Jacques Arpels as a cornerstone for each and every one of its creations. “To be lucky, you must believe in luck,” he said and we can’t agree more!

First launched in 1968, the Alhambra collection has elegantly welcomed novelties over the years and its family has made it to almost every woman’s wish list. The four-leaf clover has been interpreted in so many ways to please every woman’s love for jewelry, while staying true to her own style and to the house’s. The first ever Alhambra creation came in the shape of a sautoir where yellow gold and clean lines intertwine. And with time, the ever-growing family started showcasing Van Cleef & Arpels’ unparalleled expertise in jewelry-making, gem-setting, gold polishing and most importantly, its endless creativity.

Faithful to its love and appreciation for all nature’s beauties, Van Cleef & Arpels also included some of its most sublime offerings – such as mother-of-pearl, onyx, carnelian, turquoise, malachite and litter wood. Treated as delicately as diamonds, only 1% of these stones are chosen to embellish Alhambra creations. The latter are later treated by specialists who focus on revealing their most special characteristics.

As for the diamonds, they cover some of the collection’s pieces to add luminosity to the already-swooning design. Paired with the shiny gold, the result is nothing less than a sophisticated sparkling jewel that stands the test of time.

From Vintage Alhambra to Alhambra, Magic Alhambra, Lucky Alhambra and Sweet Alhambra, the creations are endless yet extremely captivating and unique. Exceptional women across generations have fallen in love with these timeless creations, such as French singer Françoise Hardy, actress Romy Schneider and Princess Grace of Monaco. Would you care to join them in this mystical journey?