Heart-shaped jewelry is hardly revolutionary, yet in the hands of Elsa Peretti (1940–2021) even the most familiar symbols find new relevance. Born in Florence, Italy, Peretti was a fashion model and Studio 54 fixture before she transitioned into jewelry design. Working instinctively, Peretti’s designs — such as her Open Heart ring — stemmed from a desire to translate evocative forms and archetypal imagery into wearable, intimate jewelry that transcends fashion trends.
“All my work comes out of my life,” she said. “I see lines and shapes where no one else does.”
Peretti's first design was a bud-vase pendant inspired by a flower vase she picked up at a flea market. That piece was worn by a model in a Giorgio di Sant’Angelo fashion show and her design career took off from there. Peretti was soon creating distinctive jewelry under her own name for brands like Halston and Oscar de la Renta.
Peretti’s first collection for Tiffany & Co. sold out in just one day. Pieces such as her Diamonds by the Yard necklace, which debuted in the early 1970s, helped launch a long-standing collaboration that has resulted in over 1,000 pieces for the brand and continues to this day. Peretti’s best seller remains the instantly recognizable Open Heart collection, which started with a pendant.
The Open Heart necklace made the cover of Newsweek in 1977. The idea for the heart form was inspired by a void in a sculpture by British artist Henry Moore. “The shape was there in metal; what I couldn’t work out was how to hang it from the chain,” she later explained. Wilhelm Kalich, who led Tiffany’s jewelry department at the time, suggested that she could simply put the chain through the heart. Kalich’s idea proved to be brilliant and helped lead Peretti to the sweeping silhouette that became a beloved classic for women of all ages.
“I was so overjoyed that I gave my first model to his fianceé,” said the designer.
That same sculptural gesture defines the Open Heart ring, which is available in sterling silver and gold. Over the years Peretti introduced a couple versions of the ring, playing around with the scale and orientation of the fluid, sensuous outline as well as integrating bezel-set diamonds. Like countless Peretti designs, the Open Heart ring demonstrates that “good lines and good forms are timeless.”
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990s's Diamond Platinum Open Heart Band Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pierced sinuous heart form bead set with diamonds Round brilliant cut and weighing approximately 0.10 carat total Eye clean and bright - set on inner curve Flanked by o...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Band Ring with Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elsa Peretti's open heart is one of Tiffany & Co.'s most beloved and recognizable designs — and it's easy to see why. The signature open heart motif is simple, wearable, and genu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Sterling Silver Ring by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Open Hearts ring. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Designed by Elsa Peretti. From her Open Hearts series. Fully hallmarked to the interior. Simply wonderful Tiffany...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany's and Co Peretti Collection Diamond Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiffany's and Co. Peretti Collection. 925‰ silver ring set with two round diamonds. Signed Tiffany's and Co. Peretti SPAIN. Slight scratches. Original case. Finger size: 52.5 / 6....
Diamond, Silver
Tiffany & co Sterling Silver Sparkler Amethyst Gemstone Ring Size 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany& Co Sparkler Amethyst Gemstone Emerald cut Amethyst Stone Color Purple Amethyst Dimension 16 X 12mm Ring Size 6 Condition Pre-Owned Tiffany& Co Pouch included Retai...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$156Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Estate Heart Ring Size 4.75 Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Heart Ring Size 4.75 Sterling Silver TIF274 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OU...
Sterling Silver
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Estate Wave Ring By Elsa Peretti Size 6 Sterling SIlver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Wave Ring By Elsa Peretti Size 6 Sterling SIlver TIF567 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS! ...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18k Gold Jade Cabochon Dome Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co., 18k gold ring designed by Elsa Peretti and set with a domed green jade cabochon. The ring has a smooth, sculptural profile that rises to a high, fluid setting, a detail that lets the jade sit prominently on the hand. The green tone of the stone contrasts well with the polished gold, giving the piece a clean, modern look that still feels classic. This ring works well as a bold jade cocktail ring or an everyday statement piece, especially for collectors of signed Tiffany jewelry...
Jade, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Stacking Band Ring 8.5
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Stacking Band Ring 8.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 8.5 Band Width: 2.7mm Weight: 6.60 grams Hallmark: T&Co. ©PERETTI PT...
Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .10ct Diamond Stacking Band Ring 5
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .10ct Diamond Stacking Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 2.7mm Weight: 5.30 grams Diamond: 5...
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This sophisticated 18K yellow gold ring by Tiffany & Co. features an elegant interlocking two-band design, epitomizing the brand's timeless craftsmanship and refined style. Measu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18 Karat Rose Gold Contour Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18 Karat Rose Gold Contour Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 2.71 grams Size: 6.5 (US) Width: 2mm Diamond: 1 round natural di...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Peretti Solitaire Diamond Platinum Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This classic Tiffany band was designed by Elsa Peretti and features a solitaire brilliant-cut round diamond of an estimated 0.04 carats bezel-set in platinum. Made in United States c...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Elsa Peretti Teardrop Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Fluid and free, this ring from Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. has a tasteful design that is quite eye-catching. The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and boasts a twisted teardrop desi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A fine Tiffany and Company platinum and diamond ring with original boxes. The single stone 'Diamond Harmony' ring features a central round brilliant cut diamond that has been four cl...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 'Legacy' Cushion Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Cushion Diamond 'Legacy' Ring. This ring has a center cushion diamond weighing a 3.08 carat (Color: G, Clarity:VS1), setting in platin...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Ring crafted in 18k yellow gold Ring Size: 5.75 Approximate Weight: Gross - 10.70 grams Approximate Measurement: Ring Top 17.7mm at w...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany's and Co. Peretti Collection Silver Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiffany's and Co. Peretti Collection. Silver ring set with two round-cut diamonds. Signed Tiffany's and Co. Peretti SPAIN. Original case. Size...
Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Heart Vintage Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring is designed as a polished gold open heart form. With a stylized shank that wraps partially around. Tested as 18 karat gold. Fully signed Tiffany & Co. Peretti. Circa: 1990's fro...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company Open heart ring, measuring 3/4 X 5/8 inch across the top and weighing 11.2 Grams. Finger size 5 1/2 and i...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 5 1/2 - 5 3/4. Brand: Tiffany & Co. Designer: Elsa Peretti Design: Open Heart Metal Content: Guaranteed 18k Gold as stamped Style: Statement Face Height (north ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Heart Elsa Peretti Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Ring by Tiffany & Co. is from their Elsa Peretti collection and features an open heart design made in 18k Yellow Gold. The Ring sizes are UK I 1/2, EU 49 and US 4 3/4. The Ring ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18 Karat Gold Open Heart Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Open heart motif High polished gold From the Open Heart collection Fully signed Tiffany & Co. Peretti for Elsa Peretti and stamped 750 for 18 karat gold Ring Size: 5 & Sizable T...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Yellow Gold Ring
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Details: Ring Size: 6.5, open design Weight: 7.8 grams Width: 4-18mm in width Stamped Hallmarks: Tiffany...
18k Gold
