There is an undeniable romance and charm that comes with vintage jewelry. Showcasing the design sensibilities of a bygone era, it stands as a herald of history that can inspire awe and admiration as any museum interest piece would. However, unlike an ancient Greek terracotta vase, this fascinating the specimen can be easily worn to a cocktail party.
Popularity of estate and antique jewelry has increased significantly over the past decade, says market research analyst Kentley Insights puts its global retail sales at US$4.2 billion (about S$5.74 billion) in its August 2023 report.. The good news is that auctions and private jewelry dealers are not the only recourse for people looking to grow or start their vintage gemstone stash. The Van Cleef & Arpels Heritage Collection lets you own a scintillating piece from the past with signature designs that span a century to the 1920s.
Founded in 2007, the Heritage collection began as a small project when a New York boutique manager realized that his customers were turning to auctions to acquire vintage Van Cleef & Arpels creations. “He had many clients, including those from his time in the auction world,” said Natacha Vassiltchikov, deputy director of heritage at Van Cleef & Arpels. “So he thought it might be interesting to come up with some of these pieces ourselves.” He started modestly, buying a few pieces and reselling them; more like a tailor-made service (for customers). This was very successful and he took the collection to an international level.
