Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
French, 1905-1978
The loss of his father in World War I led to Pierre Sterlé’s mentorship under his uncle, who supported his ascension into the jewelry design world. At the height of his success, Sterlé designed for jewelry titans Boucheron, Chaumet and Ostertag. He won the De Beers Diamond Award three years in a row and operated out of an exclusive boutique in Paris that served the elite and royal families by appointment only.
His uncle was a Parisian jeweler on the rue de Castiglione. Sterlé started his own workshop at the age of 29 and spent five years designing for eminent Parisian jewelry houses on rue Sainte-Anne. By the mid-1940s, Sterlé had moved his atelier closer to the Place Vendôme to better serve his wealthy patrons, who included French author Colette, King Farouk of Egypt, the Maharani of Baroda and the Begum Aga Khan.
Sterlé had a remarkable ability to “knit gold” into woven masterpieces. His technical prowess was unmatched by anyone in Paris, and arguably the world. His “angel wire” technique, considered his signature style, incorporated gold into fine ropes that became link bracelets, cocktail rings and accents on decorative pins and brooches. The effect gave a sense of movement and life to the pieces, something Sterlé strived for in his attempts to make metal and precious gemstones less rigid and cold.
Two misfortunes derailed his business. The first was a failed venture into perfume, which resulted in having to sell many of his designs to Chaumet and New York jeweler Montreaux. Sterlé rebounded with a successful display at the 1966 Biennale in Paris, where he was the first modern jeweler ever invited. His second misstep was more damaging. He opened an exclusive shop on the rue Saint-Honoré in 1969. It was unsuccessful, and he was forced to declare bankruptcy, selling most of his stock to Chaumet in 1976.
Sterlé stayed on with the company as a consultant until his death two years later in 1978.
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Creator: Pierre Sterlé
Sterlé Pierre Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Earring and Brooch Set, French
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Sterlé Paris 18 Kt gold suite of Brooch and Earrings with French hallmarks with sapphires and diamonds. Comprising of single and full-cut diamonds totaling approximately 7.45 carats;...
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20th Century Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise
Sterlé Paris 1950s Natural Columbian Emerald & Diamond Ring
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in London, GB
Introducing the epitome of luxury and elegance - the Sterle Paris Natural Columbian Emerald and Diamond Ring. This exquisite piece features a breathtaking 7cts of natural emerald, sh...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sterle Paris 18k Pink Gold Roll Bracelet
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in San Antonio, TX
Sterle Paris 18k Pink Gold Roll Bracelet, Circa 1940's
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1940s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
MODELE STERLE Paris 18K gold and Diamond bracelet 7.25"
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning diamond tennis bracelet from 1950's - true show stopper. MODELE STERLE Paris bracelet set with 138 Round Brilliant Cut natural diamonds, we estimate 12.00ct total weight (co...
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1950s European Modern Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sterlé Paris 1960 Paradise Bird Brooch In 18Kt & Platinum With 6.72 Ctw Diamonds
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Miami, FL
Paradise bird brooch necklace designed by Pierre Sterlé (1905-1978).
An impressive piece of jewelry, created in Paris France at the jewelry ateli...
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Sterlé Carved Emerald Ancient Cameo and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional Carved Emerald Ring by Sterlé at Second Petale Gallery.
A woman is depicted in bust form, holding a snake in both arms.
The emerald cameo is most likely ancient, perha...
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1960s signed Pierre Sterlé Bracelet - yellow gold and platinum.
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Malmö, SE
Sterlé bracelet.
Made in France circa 1960. Made in 18k yellow gold and platinum. Signed and numbered - Sterlé PARIS 4132.
18cm long plus one extra...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
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Vintage Signed Sterlè Coral Child & Dog one off brooch
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Napoli, IT
Pierre Sterlè Paris
Unlike others before it, the Pierre Sterle brand began its journey to prominence in the 1950s. He embraced Naturalism and went on to produce masterpieces that dem...
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1960s French Contemporary Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Pierre Sterle BiColor 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bangle Set
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
A rare vintage 18k white and yellow gold diamond bangle set by French maker Sterlé circa 1960. This set of 5 bangles has an interesting paisley sett...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Ruby and Diamond Brooch by Sterlé Paris
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Zurich, CH
Ravishing 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, ruby and diamond brooch, by Sterlé, Paris, circa 1950s
Delightful, drop-shaped clip brooch/pendant, composed of twisted and polished 18 ka...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pierre Sterlé Gold Link Bracelet
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Pierre Sterlé
Materials: 18 karat Yellow and White Gold
Weight: 50.9 grams
Measurement: 7 1/2" x 1/2"
Hallmarks: STERLE
A stylish Pierre Sterlé link bracelet made of 18k ...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Sterle Gold Hand Mirror
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Sterle Gold Hand Mirror
A double sided mirror with an acrylic handle set in 14 karat gold accented by 19 round diamonds
Signed Sterle Paris and n...
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1960s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Sterle 18K Yellow Gold Elongated Multi Coral Estate Ring
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Sterle 18K Yellow Gold Elongated Multi Coral Estate Ring.
Unique and dramatic design.
Coral and yellow Gold ring by Pierre Sterlé.
French ma...
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20th Century French Modern Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Ring by Sterlé, circa 1950
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in London, GB
Vintage diamond and ruby ring by Sterlé. Set centrally with one cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back rubover setting with a we...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sterle Paris Sapphire Diamond Turquoise Flower Brooch, 1950s
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Dallas, TX
Spectacular and highly collectible 1950s brooch by Pierre Sterlé designed as flower in full bloom and featuring round blue sapphires, cabochon turquoise and round brilliant-cut diamo...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pierre Sterlé Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum, Circa 1950
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in London, GB
A Pierre Sterlé opal and diamond cocktail ring in platinum, circa 1950.
This impressive ring is set to its centre with an exceptional oval shaped cabochon of 19.87 carats approximat...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterle Gold Pin
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold pin, engraved Sterle Paris, 5861 French hallmarks. pin measures 1 1/4 x 2 1/2 inches, weight 7.8 dwt.
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20th Century French Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
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Pierre Sterlé, Paris 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Stunning work from famous French jeweler Pierre Sterle’. stamped Sterle -Paris. and Serial numbered
This art on the ears is made up of 24 grams 18k yellow and white gold.
The intric...
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1960s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Pierre Sterle Coral and Gold Ring, 1960s
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Geneva, CH
Unique and dramatic design.
Coral and yellow Gold ring by Pierre Sterlé.
French marks.
Circa 1960.
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1960s French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sterle Paris Gold Leaf Pin Brooch Clip
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French chic leaf clip created by an exquisite Jewelry House Pierre Sterle in Paris in the 1950's. Perfect proportions, gracious lines and beautiful texture are the highlights of this...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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1950s Pierre Sterle Retro Citrine Garnets Diamonds Gold Bracelet
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite retro gold bracelet by Pierre Sterle, showcasing a large citrine, highlighted with diamonds and garnets. Made in Paris, circa 1950.
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1950s French Retro Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, White Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold
Sterlé Paris 1950s Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
A French Mid-20th Century 18 karat white gold ring with diamonds and natural pearl by Pierre Sterlé. The ring has 90 round diamonds with an approximate total weight of 2.00 carats, a...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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Pierre Sterlé Diamond and South Sea Pearl Brooch
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular brooch, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds and South Sea pearls, demonstrates the dynamic forms and flowing lines for which Pierre Sterlé...
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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Sterle Leaf Patterned Diamond Brooch
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with round cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 8.50 carats.
Signed by Sterle
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pierre Sterlé 1950 Modernist Ring In 18Kt Gold And 43.43 Ctw Emeralds & Diamonds
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Pierre Sterlé.
Gorgeous cocktail ring, created in Paris France during the postwar period back in the 1950. This voluptuous and unique ring is a very rare o...
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Sterle Vintage Gold and Diamond Four Leaf Clover Brooch
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-1666
Brand Sterle
Date circa 1950
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Metal Yellow Gold
Weight Approx. 98.4g
Measures approx 2.3W cm
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1950s French Vintage Pierre Sterlé Jewelry
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By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, amethyst and diamond ring, Sterle. Centering a cushion cut amethyst measuring approximately 16.71 x 15.97 mm. in an elevated crown form setting of...
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By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Weston, MA
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By Pierre Sterlé
Located in MIAMI, FL
Gorgeous design from famed designer Pierre Sterle. This vintage brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch shows exquisite detail as it depicts a branch set with natural pearl...
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Located in Feasterville, PA
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
With twisted gold wire flowers petals and leaves and textured gold stem
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Pierre Sterlé jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Pierre Sterlé jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Pierre Sterlé jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Pierre Sterlé diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 14, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 23 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Mellerio, Mellerio dits Meller, and Georges Braque. Prices for Pierre Sterlé jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $4,100 and tops out at $65,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $12,160.