Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18K Gold Twisted Hoop Earrings
Regular price
$14,000
These Van Cleef & Arpels Paris hoop clip earrings in 18K gold date from the 1980s. Each is designed as a ropetwist pattern, ribbed hoop. Designed to hang so that the hoop faces forward, showcasing the circular form and dynamic patterning, these chic French earrings are always chic and gorgeous.
Item #: ER-20578
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: 1980's
Dimensions: 1.5" diameter
Materials: 18K Gold
Signed: B3025R75 VCA 750
Item #: ER-20578
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: 1980's
Dimensions: 1.5" diameter
Materials: 18K Gold
Signed: B3025R75 VCA 750
The hoop earring has been popular since the Bronze Age. Further, gold has always been the precious metal of choice for earrings, as its non-reactive qualities as a noble metal preserve against infection.
The hoop earring has been popular since the Bronze Age. Further, gold has always been the precious metal of choice for earrings, as its non-reactive qualities as a noble metal preserve against infection.
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