Few other civilisations so deeply revered gold and precious materials for objects and adornment, with unique symbolism and design that has remained instantly recognisable for hundreds of years.
Now, a new collection from Van Cleef & Arpels aims to capture some of that opulent majesty associated with Egypt’s past.
The archives of the fine jewellery house established in France in 1906 contain a number of references to the impact of Egypt’s history on global culture and design. In 2026, the house has chosen to revisit these influences, delving into significant moments, sacred symbols, treasures, and artistic tradition for a new high jewellery collection called Fascinating Egypt.
Not just a simple pendant or sparkly earrings made in multiples, high jewellery is respected as the pinnacle of jewellery creation. Each piece is painstakingly crafted by skilled artisans, often using the highest quality or incredibly rare precious gemstones. Think of it as couture for jewellery and you’ll have some idea of who’s shopping for these incredible one-offs.
For Fascinating Egypt, rather than simply recreating antiquity, the 108 pieces in the new collection blend hallmarks of ancient eras with contemporary design.
The result? An alluring proposition for collectors of the Van Cleef & Arpels’ remarkable high jewellery masterpieces.
Highlights of Van Cleef & Arpels’ ‘Fascinating Egypt’ high jewellery collection
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