Jewelry & Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Reimagines the Zodiac in Jewelry

A celestial heritage renewed.

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Inspired by the night sky, Van Cleef & Arpels continues a story first written in the 1950s, when Zodiac signs adorned gold medals in its collections. Revived in 2021, this heritage now takes on a new personal expression. The Maison introduces twelve yellow gold bracelets, each featuring a Zodiac medal redesigned in a 16 mm diameter suited to the wrist. Suspended from the chain by a discreet jump ring, the medal moves freely with every gesture while remaining close to the clasp.

Each piece presents two distinct faces: one illustrates the Western Zodiac sign, while the other displays its symbol and dates in Roman numerals, created through refined contrasts of relief and texture. Crafted using the traditional stamping technique, some medals require up to eight strikes to achieve their precise details. The gold is then carefully finished to reveal a soft patina and polished highlights. Complementing the bracelets, white gold medals are also available on short or long chains, offering versatile ways to wear these symbolic creations.

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