Founded in 1906 by Alfred Van Cleef and his brothers-in-law Charles and Julien Arpels on the Place Vendome in Paris, Van Cleef & Arpels is one of the world’ s most exquisite jewelers. The house is renowned for its innovative designs and techniques, using only the highest-quality gemstones and materials. Van Cleef & Arpels has been a part of Palm Beach history since the boutique on Worth Avenue was first opened in 1940.