18K Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Earrings

Sleek, graphic, and unmistakably elegant, these earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels exemplify the maison’s refined Parisian modernism of the 1980s—where bold contrasts and disciplined geometry define luxury.

Each earring is crafted from highly polished black onyx, its inky, mirror-like surface forming a strong circular silhouette. At the center, a round diamond cluster introduces brilliance and depth, the diamonds carefully pavé-set to create a compact field of light. This luminous core is framed in warm 18k yellow gold, whose sculpted lines radiate outward, heightening contrast between light and dark, softness and structure.

The design is confident yet controlled. The onyx provides visual weight and drama, while the diamonds—totaling approximately 0.70 carat—add a crisp, refined sparkle without excess. Measuring 0.9 inch in diameter, the earrings sit boldly on the ear, offering presence without ostentation.

Executed in Paris during the 1980s, this pair reflects Van Cleef & Arpels’ mastery of ornamental restraint—where precious materials are composed with clarity, balance, and timeless appeal.

Very good vintage condition. Onyx with high polish and even color; diamonds bright and secure; gold with light surface wear consistent with age.

Bold, elegant, and impeccably balanced—these earrings are a timeless statement of Van Cleef & Arpels’ enduring sophistication.