Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt Gold Lion Brooch, 1962

£12,950.00

A highly collectable Van Cleef & Arpels brooch, crafted in 1962, depicting a wonderfully expressive lion in richly textured 18kt yellow gold. Part of the iconic Lion Ébouriffé series, this piece captures the playful yet refined character for which Van Cleef is renowned. The lion’s face is accented with a diamond-set muzzle, emerald eyes, and an onyx nose, giving the brooch both charm and sophistication.

This is a standout example for collectors of Van Cleef & Arpels brooches, particularly those seeking character-driven mid-century designs with strong stylistic identity.

Dimensions -

• Height: 4.5 cm
• Width: 3.0 cm
• Weight: 20.00 g

Metal:

18kt Yellow Gold

Period / Era:

1960s

Maker:

Van Cleef & Arpels

Markings:

Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered B2XXX, French eagle head, maker’s mark, and stamped 750.

Gemstone Details:

Diamonds
• Cut: Round Brilliant Cut
• Colour: F–G
• Clarity: VS–SI

Other Materials
Emerald Eyes
Onyx Nose

Condition Report

Pre-owned; excellent condition with minimal surface wear.

A highly collectable Van Cleef & Arpels brooch, crafted in 1962, depicting a wonderfully expressive lion in richly textured 18kt yellow gold. Part of the iconic Lion Ébouriffé series, this piece captures the playful yet refined character for which Van Cleef is renowned. The lion’s face is accented with a diamond-set muzzle, emerald eyes, and an onyx nose, giving the brooch both charm and sophistication.

This is a standout example for collectors of Van Cleef & Arpels brooches, particularly those seeking character-driven mid-century designs with strong stylistic identity.

Dimensions -

• Height: 4.5 cm
• Width: 3.0 cm
• Weight: 20.00 g

Metal:

18kt Yellow Gold

Period / Era:

1960s

Maker:

Van Cleef & Arpels

Markings:

Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered B2XXX, French eagle head, maker’s mark, and stamped 750.

Gemstone Details:

Diamonds
• Cut: Round Brilliant Cut
• Colour: F–G
• Clarity: VS–SI

Other Materials
Emerald Eyes
Onyx Nose

Condition Report

Pre-owned; excellent condition with minimal surface wear.