Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
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Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Pocket Cased Compass With Pouch and Tiffany Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Tiffany & Co Tiffany Sterling Silver Pocket Cased Compass. Made in Spain With Hallmarks and 2001 Stamp With Tiffany Blue® Pouch and Box. From the "Makers Collection" which honor...
Sterling Silver
Jeweled silver walking stick depicting chrysanthemums, signed Tiffany, USA 1890.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking Stick: A jeweled cane, a curved handle in sterling silver, 925/1000, embossed and chiselled, featuring the Tiffany Chrysanthemum floral motif. The design is distinguished by ...
Silver
18K Yellow Gold Venetian Link Bracelet by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 18-karat yellow gold bracelet made by Tiffany & Co circa 2000s. The model is called Venetian link featuring the house's iconic intricate design of interlinked articulated rect...
Gold
Tiffany Heart Bracelet Sterling Silver, Stamped Tiffany & Co In Original Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Heart Tag Toggle Closure Bracelet. Solid 925 Sterling Silver Hallmarked Chunky Chain Link. Weighs 42g A bold expression of love, inspired by those who fil...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Comedy & Tragedy Mask Bookmark / Paperclip
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage silver bookmark or paperclip. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of Comedy & Tragedy masks. Fully marked to the reverse. Simply wonderful Tiffany de...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Yo-Yo
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed yo-yo. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. The yo-yo is constructed with a wooden interior cased in two silver mounts. Marked to the side. Simply a wonderful, wh...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Ladies 18-Carat Gold Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Elegant vintage Tiffany & Co. manual wind dress watch made with 18-karat yellow gold. It is slender and has a soft rectangular design.
Gold
Pair of Sterling Silver and Enamel Cuff Links Paloma Picasso forTiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co., Paloma Picasso
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderful sterling silver cuff links from Paloma Picasso's "Groove" collection for Tiffany & Co. These cuff links feature groove line filled with red enamel. One is marked with...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Modernist Sterling Silver Cigar / Cigarette Ashtray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Machine Age silver ashtray. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In a circular form with a pair of wide cigar or cigarette rests to either side and a recessed basin...
Sterling Silver
$665Sale Price|30% Off
Antique TIFFANY & Co. Gilded Solid Sterling Silver Letter Holder Paper Clip
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Gilt Sterling silver letter or envelope holder desk accessory from Tiffany & Co. This rocaille monogrammed holder will not only look handsome on a desk, but is quite capable of h...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 'Male' or 'Mars Symbol' Bookmark
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mars bookmark. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of the Mars symbol, used in modern day as the representation of the Male and Masculinity. Simply wonderful ...
Sterling Silver
A cigar holder, silver sterling 925/1000, signed Tiffany, United States 1930.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Milan, IT
A cigar holder, sterling 925/1000. Made of smooth silver in the shape of a cigar with a lid, a lapis lazuli, cabochon cut, is set at the end. The edge of the bezel and the profile of...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Perfume / Scent Bottle & Funnel by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The beautiful heart shaped sterling silver body fitted with a screw-on cap bearing stamped marks 'Tiffany & Co. Sterling 925’, one side monogrammed with initials. Together with its original sterling silver funnel...
Sterling Silver
Rare Tiffany Sterling Silver Match Safe with Darwinian Monkey Jinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian sterling silver simian match safe. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1880. Rectilinear with curved sides and hinged cover; underside has strike. On front, Darwinia...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany 18 Karat Gold & Carved Coral Brooch with Matching 14 Karat Earrings Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique brooch was retailed by Tiffany & Co., but originated from italy and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Naturalistic style. The origins of the matching earrings is ...
Coral, Gold
Tiffany 925 silver Masonic cigarette case, WWI memorial. USA, 1920.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Milan, IT
A silver Masonic cigarette case. Crafted from fluted 925 sterling silver in the shape of a cigarette box. The lid opens by pressing a button flush with the top right edge. On either ...
Silver
Tiffany & Co Ribbed Round Cylindrical Silver Plate Table Lighter 3"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 20th century round, cylindrical table top lighter with ribbed surface. Stampped Tiffany & Co mark faintly visible on base. Bottom edge marked with MQ and a leaf. Dimensions:...
Metal
Tiffany & Co Tiffany T Retractable Sterling Silver Ballpoint Pen With T Clip.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Tiffany & Co Tiffany T Retractable Solid Sterling Silver Ballpoint Pen With T Clip. Made In Germany, With Tiffany Pouch and Box With Very Little Wear.
Sterling Silver
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Visionaire No. 38 'Love' Box by Tiffany & Co., Limited Edition Design
By Visionaire, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely “LOVE” box numbered 3465 of 4000 edition by Tiffany & Co. A rare very desirable edition. From a Palm Springs Visionaire Collectors estate.
Paper
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Enamel Match Book Cover with 'MAS' Monogram
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed match book cover with enamel decoration. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a hinged front cover and gilt interior. With a white enameled 'MAS' monogram to t...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 925 sterling silver bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Bangle This rigid Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bangle features a minimalist and elegant design with a mirror-polished finish. A timeless piece that...
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver Matchbook Cover/Match Holder by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century american cased sterling silver flip matchbook cover/match holder by Tiffany & Co. By: Tiffany & Co. Material: metal, silver, silver plate, sterling silver Technique...
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso 18k Gold Rare Starburst Earrings
By Paloma Picasso, Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold rare starburst earrings, designed by Paloma Picasso, with a beautiful, geometric design. They measure 1'' in diameter by 1/4'' in depth, weigh 10.5 grams (0.338 ozt), and bear hallmarks as shown. Sold in original Tiffany pouch. The legendary Tiffany brand was founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young in Connecticut as a "stationery and fancy goods emporium," with the help of Charles Tiffany's father who financed the store for only $1,000 with profits from a cotton mill. Tiffany & Co. soon became a highly regarded brand for jewelry, gemstones, and silver. In 1845, Tiffany was a pioneer when it launched the Blue Book, which at the time was the first mail-order catalog...
Gold
Antique 20th Century American Solid Silver Cigar Tube By Tiffany & Co
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century American solid silver cigar tube of cylindrical form with a removable push-fit cap. The body is decorated with vertical engine-turned engraving and features a pl...
Silver
Tiffany & Co. Antique Sterling Silver and Wood Pipe Rack
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique sterling Silver and wood pipe rack. Maker: Tiffany & Co. Made in USA, Ca.1900's Dimensions - L x W x H: 35.5 x 3.2 x 8.1 cm Weight : 474 grams Condition: Please n...
Silver
$105
H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 0.63 in
1960's Chesterfield Lighter in Original Box w Paperwork by Continental Merch. Co
By Continental Merchandise Co.
Located in Red Lion, PA
1960s Chesterfield Cigarette Advertising Lighter in Original Box with Paperwork — Continental Merchandise Co. This rare 1960s Chesterfield advertising lighter was produced by the Co...
Metal, Chrome
$1,420Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.4 in W 13.78 in D 3.94 in
XX Century Italian Sterling silver domino game in original plexiglass box.
By Gori
Located in VALENZA, IT
Domino game in sterling Silver with the original plexiglass case. The tiles are sterling silver and were made completely by hand with soldered silver sheets. 28 pieces that perfectly reproduce dominoes. The size of each tile is 50x25 h. 9mm. Dominoes is a family of tile-based games played with gaming pieces. Each domino is a rectangular tile, usually with a line dividing its face into two square ends. Each end is marked with a number of spots (also called pips or dots) or is blank. The backs of the tiles in a set are indistinguishable, either blank or having some common design. The gaming pieces make up a domino set, sometimes called a deck or pack. The traditional European domino set consists of 28 tiles, also known as pieces, bones, rocks, stones, men, cards or just dominoes, featuring all combinations of spot counts between zero and six. A domino set is a generic gaming device, similar to playing cards or dice, in that a variety of games can be played with a set. Another form of entertainment using...
Sterling Silver
A Very Rare 19th Century Silver Watch Walking Stick
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare 19th Century silver watch walking stick of exceptional quality. This exquisite piece is stamped with silver marks and in excellent full working order. The silver watch ...
Silver, Enamel
$5,850
H 4.14 in W 0.99 in D 0.99 in
Antique Judaica Sterling Silver Mezuzah with a Scroll in Original Box ca 1890
Located in Doha, QA
This is an outstanding and extremely rare hand crafted, solid sterling silver Mezuzah in the original leather and dark purple velvet box. It was made in Vienna, Austria between 1890 ...
Sterling Silver
Old Walking Stick / Strolling Stick, Silver Mount, Silver V-177
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood ebonized stick with 835 silver mount, circa 1900. Very noble and high quality silver mount. Age-appropriate condition. (V - 177).
Silver
Extraordinary Walking Stick Horn Handle Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
massiv horn handle silver shaft robust stick (V-215).
Horn
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Walking Stick Cane 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Continental Art Nouveau silver walking cane, circa 1890 in date. The striking stick features an ornate silver crook handle having punched and engraved o...
Silver
$834
H 36.23 in W 1.38 in D 1.38 in
Antique Continental Neo-classical Silver Walking Stick 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a elegant antique continental Neo-classical silver pommel ladies walking cane, bearing a European hallmark, Circa 1870 in date. The striking stick features superb trailing r...
Silver
Beautiful Antique Walking Stick / Promenade Stick 800 Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood stick, ebonized with 800 crescent moon and silver mount crown, Germany, circa 19th century. The spout at the end of the stick is also made of 800 silver. Very noble and hi...
Silver
$860
H 36.13 in W 2 in D 1.88 in
Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Walking Stick, 1890s, Austria Vienna
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful hand-carved dog head walking stick cane, crafted in the renowned Black Forest or Brienz region at the end of the 19th century. This charming antique features a wonderfully ...
Glass, Wood
$450
H 0.2 in W 1 in D 0.8 in
Pair of Sterling Silver and Enamel Cuff Links Paloma Picasso forTiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co., Paloma Picasso
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderful sterling silver cuff links from Paloma Picasso's "Groove" collection for Tiffany & Co. These cuff links feature groove line filled with red enamel. One is marked with...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$995
H 1.4 in W 1.2 in D 0.3 in
19th Century English Sterling Silver Equestrian Horseshoe Vesta Case Match Box
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 19th Century English sterling silver equestrian horseshoe vesta case match box and striker. Hallmarked, Birmingham, England 1887. Acquired from a collector's estate ...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co sterling silver hair clip / barrette , Angela Cummings
By Tiffany & Co., Angela Cummings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful wishbone minimalist design of a ginkgo leaf designed in the 80's by Angela Cummings, there is no an exact official count variations in production and styles an...
Sterling Silver
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H 2.44 in W 1.14 in D 0.59 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1982 Elsa Peretti Bean Petrol Pocket Lighter In Polished Solid
By Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket petrol lighter designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. The bean is one of the most iconic Elsa Peretti's designs, that she created for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970's. This petrol pocket lighter is one of her creations, crafted with a sportive casual look in solid brass. Weight: 46.95 Grams, (30.09 Dwt). Measurements: 62 mm by 29 mm by 15 mm (2.44 x 1.14 x 0.59 Inch). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed in full as follows, "©ELSA PERETTI 1982 TIFFANY & CO. BRASS". Elsa Peretti She was a very important and iconic American designer that joined Tiffany & Co in the 1974 and change the role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. Mostly using unusual gemstones and materials, all her creations are as modern today as ever. Collateral: This Elsa Peretti lighter...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Money Clip 20th Century
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tiffany & Co, Paloma Picasso sterling silver money clip. Signed with full Tiffany marks and Picasso to reverse. Measures: 2.36 x 1.0 inches. Weight: 38.49 grams. Mechanical money...
Sterling Silver
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H 2.25 in Dm 8 in
Antique 1900's Tiffany & Co. Brass & Lead Crystal Aneroid Barometer Thermometer
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic antique Tiffany & Company of New York brass aneroid barometer/thermometer dating from the early 1900's. The barometer and thermometer works as it should. Marked "Tiffany & ...
Crystal, Brass
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H 2.44 in W 1.14 in D 0.59 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1982 Elsa Peretti Bean Petrol Pocket Lighter In Polished Solid
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket petrol lighter designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. The bean is one of the most iconic Elsa Peretti's designs, that she created for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970's. This petrol pocket lighter is one of her creations, crafted with a sportive casual look in solid brass. Weight: 46.95 Grams, (30.09 Dwt). Measurements: 62 mm by 29 mm by 15 mm (2.44 x 1.14 x 0.59 Inch). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed in full as follows, "©ELSA PERETTI 1982 TIFFANY & CO. BRASS". Elsa Peretti She was a very important and iconic American designer that joined Tiffany & Co in the 1974 and change the role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. Mostly using unusual gemstones and materials, all her creations are as modern today as ever. Collateral: This Elsa Peretti lighter...
Brass
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H 2.44 in W 1.14 in D 0.59 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1982 Elsa Peretti Bean Petrol Pocket Lighter In Polished Solid
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket petrol lighter designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. The bean is one of the most iconic Elsa Peretti's designs, that she created for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970's. This petrol pocket lighter is one of her creations, crafted with a sportive casual look in solid brass. Weight: 46.95 Grams, (30.09 Dwt). Measurements: 62 mm by 29 mm by 15 mm (2.44 x 1.14 x 0.59 Inch). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed in full as follows, "©ELSA PERETTI 1982 TIFFANY & CO. BRASS". Elsa Peretti She was a very important and iconic American designer that joined Tiffany & Co in the 1974 and change the role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. Mostly using unusual gemstones and materials, all her creations are as modern today as ever. Collateral: This Elsa Peretti lighter...
Brass
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H 2.44 in W 1.14 in D 0.59 in
TIFFANY & CO. 1982 Elsa Peretti Bean Petrol Pocket Lighter In Polished Solid
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket petrol lighter designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. The bean is one of the most iconic Elsa Peretti's designs, that she created for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970's. This petrol pocket lighter is one of her creations, crafted with a sportive casual look in solid brass. Weight: 46.95 Grams, (30.09 Dwt). Measurements: 62 mm by 29 mm by 15 mm (2.44 x 1.14 x 0.59 Inch). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed in full as follows, "©ELSA PERETTI 1982 TIFFANY & CO. BRASS". Elsa Peretti She was a very important and iconic American designer that joined Tiffany & Co in the 1974 and change the role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. Mostly using unusual gemstones and materials, all her creations are as modern today as ever. Collateral: This Elsa Peretti lighter...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold And Ruby Leaf Form Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Norwood, NJ
Tiffany & Co. vintage 18K yellow gold and ruby leaf form pin brooch. 18k yellow gold with a florentine satin finish and 9 prong set round rubies. The leave patterns preserve the ...
Gold
Tiffany Taste By John Loring 1986
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Tiffany Taste By John Loring 1986. Beautiful book on entertaining and decorating in the Tiffany style. 1986. “44 ways to present, prepare and enjoy in various settings". This is the ...
Paper
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Honeycomb Money Clip
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully formed Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Honeycomb Money Clip originates from the United States during the latter half of the 20th Century. The piece features a minimal ...
Sterling Silver
Antique Machine Age Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Makers Table Lighter
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist table lighter. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Marked to the base for Tiffany & Co. / Makers / Sterling / 23448 / T / 15. The lighter insert is removable...
Sterling Silver
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H 1.81 in W 1.14 in D 0.22 in
Tiffany & Co. 1970 Modernist Petrol Fluid Fiorentini Pocket Lighter In 14Kt Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket lighter designed by Tiffany & Co. Gorgeous luxury pocket lighter, created in New York city by Tiffany & Co, back in the 1970. The lighter's case has been crafted with sharp r...
Gold