As the oldest high-end jewelry boutique on the legendary Place Vendôme in Paris, dating to 1893, Boucheron stands for history, sensuality and avant-garde style. The French fine jewelry house has created iconic rings, necklaces and other adornments over its more than 160-year history for royalty like the Russian imperial family, the Maharaja of Patiala and Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. It has also received popular acclaim for its modern designs and playful motifs such as serpents and cats.
Since its founding in 1858 by Frédéric Boucheron with a boutique at the Palais Royal arcades, the maison has sought to create unforgettably unique pieces, push the boundaries of innovations in jewelry design and celebrate the opulence of gold. Many of its pieces are sculpted in gold by expert goldsmiths so that the material becomes a design element in its own right.
At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron. Later, Frédéric’s son Louis became especially interested in the Art Deco style as well as accessories like cigarette holders, bags and belts.
Boucheron is most famously known for its sources of inspiration: nature, animals and the earth. Its iconic Serpent Bohème collection, introduced in 1968, references the curves and scales of the animal with pear-shaped motifs and coiled accents adorned with diamonds and other precious stones like turquoise, lapis lazuli and malachite. (A 1960s-era Boucheron brooch featuring a lavish mound of artfully assembled round and baguette diamonds set in platinum is a dinner-party conversation starter from any angle.)
Frédéric Boucheron gave a serpent necklace to his wife as a symbol of love and protection. Leopards, hummingbirds, deer and hedgehogs are referenced in the Animaux de Collection, while high-end 3D technology in the Nature Triomphante meticulously re-creates flower petals, ivy branches and other organic forms.
Boucheron also pays homage to Paris, the city where it was founded. The octagonal shape of the Place Vendôme is translated into the geometric Liseré pieces, and the Clou de Paris motif — which is integral to the house's Quatre series — is inspired by the cobblestones on its streets. Since 1859, when Boucheron introduced a collection of pocket watches, the maison has also regularly created timepieces with the same elegance and refinement as its jewelry.
Despite having such a long legacy, Boucheron has always been ahead of its time. Its creative collections and bold jewelry remain coveted and cherished. In 2018, its flagship in the Place Vendôme reopened after a restoration under its current owner Kering.
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Boucheron Silver 18 Karat Gold Jeweled Mid Century Cosmetic Case w Original Box
By Boucheron
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elevate your personal feminine accoutrements or collection with this uniquely romantic mid-century Vanity Cosmetic Case by Boucheron, Paris. Always with a keen sense of style, the w...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Beauty Kit Gold Silver Rubies with Bag and Box
By Boucheron
Located in Paris, FR
BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Rectangular beauty kit in 800 thousandths grooved silver, the lid decorated with a pierced plate in 750 thousandths pink gold decorated with chiseled flowers a...
Ruby, Gold, Silver
$9,598
W 3.63 in D 0.83 in L 5.08 in
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag"
By Boucheron
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag" The rectangular case decorated to the front with a pierced design of birds amongst fl...
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
9k Yellow Gold and Ruby Compact by Boucheron (1964)
By Boucheron
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage 9 karat yellow gold and 0.86 carat ruby compact made by Boucheron - boxed; an addition to our diverse ornamental collection. This exceptional vintage 9 karat yellow gold case has a rectangular form, with a convex base and cover. The surface of the box is embellished with impressive engine turned decoration. This exceptional gold compact is fitted with an impressive flush hinged cover; the flush hinge indicates the high quality of the piece. The anterior edge of the cover features a push fit catch ornamented with an impressive collet set 0.86ct cabochon cut ruby. This impressive compact opens to reveal the original integrated bevelled mirror and powder compartment; this compact can be used without the original inset, detachable gold powder holder. The interior rim of the case bears the renowned maker's/retailer's mark 'Boucheron', in addition to full London hallmarks to the base. This exceptional Boucheron compact...
Gold
Oversized Vintage French Silver Compact Case by Boucheron
By Boucheron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large silver compact case with gilt surface and inset rubies by Boucheron Paris circa 1930s-1940s, of Art Deco period and style. The silver case is quote large compared to similar ...
Multi-gemstone, Silver
Tiffany & Co 1940s 14k Gold Compact Mirror Box With Ruby Detail
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite compact mirror box from Tiffany & Co., dating back to the 1940s, is a stunning representation of vintage elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted from 14k gold, the sur...
14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Diamond Gold Compact Powder Case
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The compact features square step-cut rubies weighing a total of approximately 1.25 carats, enhanced by single-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.15 carat, set in 14k gold, marked Tif...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Ruby Floral Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly exquisite 18ct yellow gold pill box by the renowned luxury jeweller Cartier. Beautifully crafted, the box is adorned with an intricate floral motif and accented ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,495
H 0.875 in W 4.875 in D 3.25 in
Antique Italian 800 Hand Chased Silver & Ruby Inset Minaudière Vanity Case
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, 20th century. A beautiful Italian 800 silver miniadiere or makeup compact case. The case has rubies inset to the top which accents the hand chased floral decoration. The si...
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Boucheron Silver and Vermeil Minaudière
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron silver and vermeil minaudière French, circa 1960 Measures: Minaudière: Height 2.5cm, width 13cm, depth 8.5cm Case: Height 4cm, width 18cm...
Vermeil, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Deep Red Rubies
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt Yellow Gold Brooch With Diamonds & Deep Red Rubies Diamonds: 4 brilliant cut diamonds Ruby: 12 pear shape rubies,deep red ,ca. 2,6 ct Material:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt Silver on Gold Brooch with 2.10 ct Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original 18kt gold Brooch With 2.10 ct Rose Cut Diamonds Diamonds: Rose cut diamonds together ca. 2.10 cts Material: Silver on 18 kt gold Total weight: 13.1 gram / 0.460 oz / 8.4...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver
Platinum Artdeco Bracelet 9.72ct Rubies & 13.69ct Diamonds Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Artdeco Bracelet with 9.72ct Rubies and 13.69 ct Diamonds ,Estate to His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Asprey London Box accompanied the brac...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18kt Yellow Gold Adler Genéva Bangle Bracelet 30ct Rubies & 5ct Diamonds, Estate
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Red Rubies and 5ct Square Emerald Cut Diamonds from Estate His Majesty The Sultan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Rubies: 420 rubies : Ca....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Brooch / Pendant With Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique 18kt Yellow Gold Brooch / Pendant with Rose Cut Diamonds Brooch has hoops attached so its a pendant that can also be worn on a necklace Diamonds: 16 Rose cut diamonds Mate...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18kt Gold Art Nouveau Brooch/Pendant Beautiful Old Mine Diamond & Natural Pearl
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Gold Art Nouveau Brooch / Pendant with Beautiful Centre old mine Diamond and pending Natural Pearl Diamond: Old mine cut Diamond Pearl: Natural Pearl Material: 18 kt. yello...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold
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