Specialist Picks: Shop the Best Jewelry Pieces to Buy Now
Indulge in luxury with our curated selection of the finest jewelry to buy this month. Featuring rare and sought-after designs from Van Cleef, Tiffany & Co., and more.
The world of fine jewelry continues to dazzle with its blend of artistry, heritage, and innovation. This month’s selection celebrates exceptional creations that capture both timeless elegance and contemporary allure. From the golden radiance of Tiffany & Co.’s Signature X Necklace to the architectural brilliance of Cartier’s Tank Française Ring, each piece reflects a maison’s unique design language and enduring craftsmanship. Van Cleef & Arpels’ luminous Magic Alhambra pendant and rare Perlée High Jewelry cuff embody the house’s mastery of form and technique, while each creation tells its own story of beauty and precision.
Whether you’re drawn to sculptural sophistication, vintage charm, or the understated opulence of gold and diamonds, these jewels represent the best of modern collecting. Thoughtfully curated by our specialists, this month’s highlights offer more than adornment—they are lasting expressions of artistry, rarity, and refined taste.
Everyday Elegance: Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Malachite Magic Alhambra Pendant Necklace, $6,500
The Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Pendant Necklace in malachite and yellow gold is a refined expression of the maison’s most beloved design. Introduced in 1968, the Alhambra collection has become synonymous with luck, elegance, and enduring style. This version, featuring a single malachite motif in the coveted “Magic” size, showcases the vivid striations of the stone against warm gold, creating a striking balance of color and craftsmanship. The extra-long chain allows for versatile styling—whether worn doubled for a layered look or at full length for a more dramatic statement.
Highly sought after and rarely available at retail, Magic Alhambra pieces are known for their scarcity and exceptional artistry. The malachite’s deep green hue, associated with protection and transformation, adds both visual and symbolic allure. Perfect for everyday wear or as a standout layering piece, this pendant embodies Van Cleef & Arpels’ timeless fusion of natural beauty and refined luxury—a piece that captures the magic in both name and design.
Modern Icon: Cartier Gold and Diamond Tank Française Ring, $9,500
The Cartier Tank Française Ring reinterprets one of the maison’s most enduring symbols of style—the Tank. First introduced as a watch in 1917, the Tank’s design was inspired by the robust, linear form of military tanks seen from above. This ring captures that same spirit of strength and symmetry through its structured geometry and bold, rectangular silhouette. Crafted in yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, it seamlessly merges architecture and artistry, reflecting Cartier’s mastery in transforming industrial inspiration into timeless elegance.
Echoing the design codes of the original Tank watch, the ring’s sculptural lines and polished surfaces convey both power and refinement. It’s a piece that stands alone as a statement or layers beautifully with other Cartier classics, bridging the worlds of horology and haute joaillerie. For those drawn to clean design and enduring sophistication, the Tank Française Ring is a modern icon that celebrates Cartier’s genius for reimagining its heritage through contemporary form.
Statement Piece: Tiffany & Co. Gold Signature X Necklace, $15,000
The Tiffany & Co. Gold Signature X Necklace embodies the timeless elegance and sculptural design that define the house’s most celebrated creations. The “X” motif, one of Tiffany’s most recognizable symbols, has been reinterpreted across decades by legendary designers such as Jean Schlumberger and Paloma Picasso. In this bold, all-gold iteration, the motif takes center stage—its intertwined forms representing connection, love, and unity. The result is a necklace that feels both powerful and refined, effortlessly balancing classic heritage with contemporary allure.
As bold gold jewelry continues to captivate collectors and trendsetters alike, this piece stands out as a statement of confidence and sophistication. Its polished, fluid design offers a touch of vintage-inspired glamour while remaining unmistakably modern. Whether worn alone as a centerpiece or layered with other Tiffany icons, the Signature X Necklace is a striking reflection of the brand’s legacy of craftsmanship and timeless design.
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Gold and Diamond Albena Demi Parure, $160,000
The Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Gold and Diamond Albena Demi Parure embodies the maison’s bold design language of the 1970s—a decade that saw creativity and craftsmanship converge in daring new forms. Named for its association with light and radiance, the Albena collection captures the luminous warmth of yellow gold through sculptural, high-polish surfaces that seem to glow from within. Many Albena creations were crafted in collaboration with master jeweler Richard Wildenstein, whose refined approach elevated the collection’s distinctive balance of geometry and grace.
This rare demi parure, adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds, exemplifies both versatility and artistry. Ingeniously designed to convert from a long statement necklace into a shorter necklace and bracelet, it offers multiple ways to wear and style—hallmarks of Van Cleef & Arpels’ innovation in modular design. The combination of gleaming gold and delicate diamond accents strikes a perfect harmony between strength and sophistication, making this Albena set a true collector’s treasure. For those drawn to the maison’s sculptural era beyond its emblematic motifs, this parure represents Van Cleef’s mastery of modern elegance in its purest, most radiant form.
Grand Gesture: Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold and Diamond Perlée Cuff Bracelet, $280,000
The Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold and Diamond Perlée Cuff Bracelet is a masterpiece of sculptural design and refined craftsmanship. A rare High Jewelry creation from the maison’s beloved Perlée collection, this cuff exemplifies Van Cleef & Arpels’ signature blend of grace and precision. The name Perlée, meaning “pearled” in French, refers to the distinctive golden beads that frame each design—an artisanal detail meticulously hand-polished to achieve a luminous finish. Here, those gleaming rows of gold encircle a dazzling array of brilliant-cut diamonds, resulting in a piece that radiates sophistication from every angle.
This model, now discontinued, is exceptionally rare and highly coveted among collectors. Its harmonious blend of warm rose gold and shimmering diamonds gives it a timeless appeal, while the bold yet elegant form captures the spirit of modern haute joaillerie. Whether worn alone as a statement piece or paired with other Perlée jewels, this cuff represents the pinnacle of Van Cleef & Arpels artistry—where heritage, innovation, and craftsmanship unite in perfect balance.
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