In an era of social upheaval, venerable Tiffany & Co. designer Elsa Peretti reimagined diamonds as jewelry that working women bought for themselves rather than receiving it from a suitor.
By the time the Italian-born Peretti (1940–2021) arrived in New York City, she’d already studied design in Rome, worked for a Milanese architect and taught Italian, French and skiing in Switzerland. She settled on interior design as her potential career path but then chose an altogether different route: modeling. Peretti modeled in Barcelona, Spain, and on the advice of Wilhelmina Cooper — a former model who’d by then founded Wilhelmina Modeling Agency — moved to Manhattan in 1968. When she relocated, Peretti was inspired to pick up jewelry design.
After modeling for designer Halston, the undisputed fashion king of Studio 54, Peretti became his close friend and collaborator, eventually creating jewelry and teardrop-shaped perfume bottles for him. By way of her association with Halston, Peretti took to the disco scene, flourishing in a social circle that included artist Andy Warhol and fashion designer Giorgio di Sant’Angelo.
It wasn’t long before models on di Sant’Angelo’s runway were donning two-inch sterling-silver vases, complete with a rose stem, suspended on leather thongs around their necks. The accessory was Peretti’s inaugural piece of jewelry — she designed it in 1969 after finding a flower vase at a flea market. It was hardly the only time that Peretti found motifs in nature and in organic forms. In the years that followed, her Bean pendant necklace, Starfish earrings and other sensuous accessories would draw on human emotion as well as the natural world around her. Each evocative and wholly versatile design is universally adored decades later, and each was made for a storied American jewelry house with which Peretti would be associated for nearly 50 years.
It was Halston who introduced Peretti to Tiffany & Co. She had her own boutique at Bloomingdale’s by 1972, and her partnership with the firm, which signed the venturesome and unorthodox designer to an exclusive contract in 1974, would cement her place in the lofty annals of jewelry legend. Peretti’s simple but sophisticated designs — the Teardrop collection, her minimalist Diamonds by the Yard necklace and Open Heart ring, to name a few — elevated sterling silver, previously considered unsuitable for fine jewelry, and created an enthusiastic young audience for Tiffany’s offerings. In 1977, Peretti’s designs earned the jewelry house more than $6 million. (In some years, her work has accounted for 10 percent of the company’s sales.)
In 2012, Peretti signed a 20-year, $47.3 million contract with Tiffany & Co., but she passed away in 2021, at age 80. Today, her designs are in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the British Museum.
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Double Open Heart Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Double Open Heart Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 11.0 grams Size: Medium Hallmark: "TIFFANY & CO. ©PERETTI 750 SPAIN" Conditio...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Wave Five-Row Wire Bangle Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This authentic Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Wave five-row bangle bracelet is a breathtaking example of one of the most celebrated and iconic designs in the history of fine jewelry, featuring the legendary Wave collection's signature fluid, undulating form that has captivated collectors and jewelry lovers worldwide since its creation. The bracelet consists of five slim, gently curved bands of warm 18 karat yellow gold that flow and weave alongside one another in a graceful, organic arrangement that evokes the effortless movement of a wave on water. Each individual band curves and undulates with a beautifully fluid quality, and together the five bands create a wide, sculptural composition on the wrist that is simultaneously bold and delicate, substantial and airy. The polished yellow gold surface of each band catches light with a warm, glowing luminosity that shifts and moves beautifully as the bracelet drapes naturally on the wrist. The genius of Elsa Peretti's design lies in its perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication — the Wave bangle achieves an extraordinary visual impact through pure form alone, with no gemstones or ornamentation required to make it one of the most recognizable and coveted designs in the Tiffany archive. The five-row configuration gives the bracelet a generous, layered presence on the wrist that feels both modern and timelessly elegant. The warm 18 karat yellow gold construction speaks to the exceptional quality and enduring value of this iconic piece. Rare, iconic, and deeply collectible, this Elsa Peretti Wave bangle...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Wave 3 Row Bangle Bracelet, 18k Yellow Gold, 7.5 Inch
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
Circumference: 7.5 inches Width: 11/16 in. Weight: 7.3 dwts. / 11.4 grams Stamps "Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti 750" w/ box SKU: B1340 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sculptural Bangle, 18k Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
A modernist sculptural bangle by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., crafted in 18k yellow gold. True to Peretti's organic design language, the bangle is formed as a smooth, freeform wav...
18k Gold
Rare Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Gold Lapis Lazuli Rattan Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. rattan bracelet, featuring 18k gold and lapis lazuli. The bracelet brings together a warm, natural rattan core with sleek 18k yellow gold elemen...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Circa 1990s Size 7 1/2 inches
18k Gold
Tiffany & Company Elsa Peretti Yellow gold Teardrop Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Elongated Tear Drop Bracelet, 2 M.M thick bracelet with the Teardrop top portion measuring 1 inch in length, inside...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1981 Elsa Peretti Crossover Black Jade Bangle in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Black jade bangle designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. Extremely rare sculptural bangle bracelet designed by Elsa Peretti for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1981...
Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO. 1977 By Elsa Peretti Flying Saucer Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Yellow
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Bangle designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. This is a gorgeous and very rare bangle bracelet created in New York City by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. back in 197...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & CO. .23 Carat Diamond Platinum Hoop Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
From the Tiffany & CO. Peretti hoop collection. Platinum by the yard style diamond bracelet. The bracelet is adorned with tow bezel set shimmering .23 carat diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Hardware Ball Bypass Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Tiffany & Co hardware ball bypass bangle bracelet. On the side is stamped Tiffany & Co Au750. Gross weight is 8.4 grams. The beads measure 8mm. One bead is green chrysoprase ...
Yellow Gold
$11,166Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.31 in L 2.76 in
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Aegean 18K Yellow Gold Toggle Link Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A bold and iconic Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Aegean Toggle Bracelet, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold. This highly collectible designer piece exemplifies Peretti’s signature s...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Red Lacquer Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Red Lacquer Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 153663 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Red Lacquer Bracelet Condition Description: Italian j...
Vintage Tiffany & Co Diamond Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet. With 16 brilliant round cut diamond VS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.12ct Details: Length: 6.5" Widt...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company Elsa Peretti Yellow gold Teardrop Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Elongated Tear Drop Bracelet, 2 M.M thick bracelet with the Teardrop top portion measuring 1 inch in length, inside...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Enamel Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
Tiffany enamel bangle bracelet with unusual colors. It has three twisted bands - one in gold and the other two with pearlized ivory and amber t...
18k Gold, Enamel
$6,360Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sausalito, CA
This beautiful bangle is part of Tiffany & Co’s ‘Atlas’ collection. Made in 18kt. rose gold, this piece features Roman numerals around the bangle and is adorned with three diamonds g...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver and Coral Rattan Cuff Bracelet #21011
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver and Coral Rattan Cuff Bracelet- This rare cuff bracelet features natural rattan bamboo seamlessly integrated with high-polish sterling sil...
Coral, Sterling Silver
$33,600
H 0.7 in W 2.25 in L 7.25 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Diamond 18k Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A sublime, sleek and elegant vintage Tiffany & Co. gold bangle bracelet by renowned designer Paloma Picasso. The wide ribbon of high karat 18k yellow gold, designed as a closed cuff ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Five Row Wave Bracelet for Tiffany & Co.
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New Hope, PA
Elsa Peretti designed this fluid Five Row Wave bracelet for Tiffany & Co using 18 karat gold and a design that brings to mind ocean waves, at the start of her partnership with Ti...
18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 26.0 grams Inside Circumference: 7" Width: 4.35mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total wei...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co.Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Schlumberger Paillonne Diamond Bangle
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Enamel in perfect condition , No chip , no scratch SERVICED BY TIFFANY & CO NY IN 2026 AND THEY APPRAISED IT FOR 375,000 COMES WITH PAPER FROM TIFFANY Diamond Bracelet featuring 9 links with a total of 207 prong set round brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated carat weight of 20 carats set in platinum and nine panels of Black enamel in 18 karat yellow gold. This bracelet fits a seven inch wrist. Total weight is 158.1 Grams .Tiffany & Co. Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Schlumberger Paillonne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
1982 Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Sculptural Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Authentic vintage Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bangle designed by Elsa Peretti, dating to 1982. This striking piece features Peretti’s signature organic, sculptural form—bold ye...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Company Elsa Peretti Lacquer Bangle Bracelets, Vintage, set of 3
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Aspen, CO
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company lacquer bangle bracelets, a matching set of 3, sold as a set. Purple, orange and red. Both the purple and the orange colors are difficult to ...
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Doughnut Bangle
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and iconic Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti sterling doughnut bangle. Bangle is in a slight oval shape, in medium size that fits wrists up to 6.25 inches Estimated Retail Pric...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Doughnut Bangle
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and iconic Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti sterling doughnut bangle. Bangle is in a slight oval shape, in medium size that fits wrists up to 6.25 inches Estimated Retail Price: $...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling and Ebony Wood Interlocking Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible sterling and ebony wood interlocking bangle bracelet by Tiffany & Co., crafted in Italy. A beautifully balanced piece that bridges organic warmth and modern...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Doughnut Bangle c. 1990s
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and iconic Tiffany & Co. sterling silver doughnut bangle designed by Elsa Peretti from the 1990s. Estimated Retail Price: $2,200 Approximate Weight: 73.4 grams Appro...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Black Lacquer Doughnut Bangle
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This iconic lacquer bangle designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., crafted in Japan. This bold design showcases Peretti’s signature minimalist aesthetic with smooth sculptural cu...
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Green Lacquer Doughnut Bangle
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti lacquer over hardwood bangle bracelet, crafted in Japan. This design showcases Peretti’s signature minimalist aest...
Sold
W 0.91 in L 7.15 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1980 Elsa Peretti Free Forms Cuff Bracelet In Solid 18Kt Yellow
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cuff bracelet designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. This is a rare cuff bangle designed in New York City by the iconic Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co, back in the la...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet #21360
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelet This sleek and modern bracelet exemplifies linear beauty, offering a minimalist yet elegant look. Designed by ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.28 in W 2.56 in L 7 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1978 By Elsa Peretti Medium Right Bone Cuff In Sterling Silver
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bone cuff designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. This sculptural cuff is one of the most iconic designs, created by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. and from t...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet #20967
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelet This sleek and modern bracelet exemplifies linear beauty, offering a minimalist yet elegant look. Designed by ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold