If you’re looking to purchase a Van Cleef & Arpels piece of jewelry, you might be wondering which stone to go for. Mother of pearl is a popular stone thanks to its ethereal and unique qualities.
However, depending on your lifestyle and how often you want to wear your jewelry, it is worth taking into consideration all of the stone’s qualities.
About Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry
Van Cleef & Arpels (sometimes referred to as VCA or shortened to Van Cleef) is renowned as one of the most luxurious and creative jewelry brands. Founded in 1906 in Paris, VCA is a well-established and universally loved company with instantly recognizable jewelry pieces, such as the Alhambra Collection.
Drawing inspiration from nature, Van Cleef & Arpels uses motifs from the natural world to shape the brand's collections. To compliment these influences, there are many stones that Van Cleef incorporates in its jewelry, such as mother of pearl.
Current Van Cleef & Arpels Collections
The current VCA collections include:
- Alhambra
- Flora
- Fauna
- Frivole
- Perlée
- Zodiaque
Van Cleef & Arpels Mother Of Pearl
Van Cleef uses mother of pearl in its jewelry to help add a dimensional and reflective element. The brand also uses mother of pearl on its watches.
The jewelry house sources its white mother of pearl and its gold mother of pearl mainly from Australia. The gray mother of pearl is sourced from French Polynesia.
About Mother Of Pearl
What Is Mother Of Pearl?
Mother of pearl is another name for nacre. Nacre is produced by some molluscs and it is the inner shell layer material. It is also the same material that pearls are made from.
Why Is It Called Mother Of Pearl?
Mother of pearl got its name from the idea that nacre shields and bears a pearl in the same way a mother would her child.
Does Mother Of Pearl Scratch Easily?
If you are not careful, yes. Mother of pearl is a soft stone and has a 3.5 rating on the Mohs Scale of Hardness. There are ways to make sure your mother-of-pearl jewelry is kept intact.
How To Look After Mother Of Pearl?
Mother of pearl is a beautiful, dimensional stone. It requires special care to keep it at its best.
The key to keeping your mother-of-pearl stone looking pristine, is to keep it away from other stones. Avoid any rubbing between the stone and other jewelry. Make sure to store your mother-of-pearl jewelry in its own case, not mixed with other jewelry.
Keep the stone away from any chemical products. If in doubt, just remove your jewelry to keep it safe from chemicals that could damage the stone. This includes any direct contact with lotions, hand sanitizer, and fragranced products.
As with most jewelry, to be safe it is best to take your jewelry off before getting into any water. Whether that’s a shower or a swim in the ocean, it is preferable to take it off.
To clean your mother-of-pearl stones, use a small amount of pure water and a soft cloth.
Where To Buy Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry?
If you are looking to refresh your jewelry collection, myGemma stocks a wide range of luxury jewelry including Van Cleef & Arpels. To get first access to popular styles, such as the Alhambra pieces, download the app today. You can also join myGemma's live shows on TikTok.
For your peace of mind, each and every item that goes onto myGemma’s website and app has been authenticated by an in-house team member. Authenticity is guaranteed or your money back.
Along with jewelry, myGemma also sells designer handbags, watches, and more. Make myGemma your go-to for all things authenticated designer accessories.
How To Sell Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry Online?
If you are looking to sell your Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry, look no further than myGemma. It is the quick and easy way to sell your luxury jewelry or any other designer accessories.
To start the selling journey, simply fill out the online form. A member of the myGemma team will be in contact with a price quote. Should you choose to accept the offer, from price quote to payment it can take as little as 24 hours.
Selling your designer accessories to myGemma makes a positive contribution towards a circular economy. When you sell your accessories to us, you help to give your designer goods a new lease on life. On top of that, we plant a tree every time you buy or sell at myGemma.
