While the House of Fabergé is best known for creating the lavishly ornate and intricately devised Imperial Easter eggs given by the last czars to their families as annual holiday gifts, it was the most prestigious Russian luxury goods maker of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Serving the aristocracy and the well-to-do through stores in St. Petersburg, Moscow and as far afield as London, Fabergé crafted a wide range of brooches and other jewelry, clock cases, silver and myriad objets de vertu that included picture frames, cigarette cases, cufflinks and carved hardstone floral and animal figurines. Following the revolution, the firm was closed by the Soviet state in 1918.
Master goldsmith Gustav Fabergé, a descendant of Huguenot emigrées, founded the company in St. Petersburg in 1842. The firm did a brisk trade among the lesser nobility and the merchant class, but it flourished under the guidance of Gustav’s eldest son Peter Carl Fabergé — known also as Karl Gustavovich Fabergé — who took over in 1872.
Cosmopolitan, widely-traveled and himself a master goldsmith — he was sent on a Grand Tour in the 1860s — the younger Fabergé drew early design inspiration when he volunteered to catalogue and restore pieces in the imperial jewelry collection in the Hermitage.
Fabergé pieces based on historical jewelry from the Hermitage caught the attention of Czar Alexander III at a Moscow exhibition in 1882, and three years later he commissioned the first Imperial Easter egg as a gift for the czarina. Czar Nicholas II continued the tradition, presenting two eggs each Easter — one for his wife and one for his mother.
Relatively simple in design compared to the complex cloisonné-adorned eggs that followed, the first Fabergé egg was a white-enameled ovoid containing a gold “yolk” that held a gold hen, which in turn contained a replica of the imperial crown from which hung an egg-shaped ruby pendant.
As the appointed goldsmith to the royal court, the House of Fabergé became the darling of Russian aristocrats as well as wealthy patrons across Europe. Many and varied objets — hundreds of thousands by one count — were made to meet their demand. The firm employed some 500 craftsmen and designers when it was shuttered.
After the Russian Revolution, the Fabergé name and trademark endured a checkered passage through the 20th century.
Family members left their homeland in 1918 and set up a new business in Paris that was mainly concerned with repairing and restoring earlier-made wares. The name was adopted by an American fragrance and beauty products maker in the late 1930s, and later authorized by the family in a 1951 agreement. The trademark has been subsequently sold several times, and attached to numerous products including jewelry.
Fabergé pieces are richly redolent of a romantic past, and a source of thorough delight — for connoisseurs, true Fabergé refers to items made in the firm’s brief, golden decades from 1885 to 1917.
Collectors are advised to make a study of Fabergé works in museum collections such as the Victoria & Albert and the Royal Collection in London to gain an understanding of the quality of genuine goods made by the original firm, and then to purchase only from reputable and reliable dealers, such those at 1stDibs.
Find Fabergé eggs for sale and other objects and vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique Russian Imperial Gold-Mounted Jade Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant crafted from natural Siberian jade. This exquisite pi...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Imperial Gold Lapis Lazuli with Ruby Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant crafted from natural Siberian lapis lazuli with a rub...
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Imperial Gold-Mounted Amethyst with Ruby Egg Pendant by Michael Perkhin
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature rose gold egg pendant crafted from Russian purple amethyst and adorned with a ruby element...
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Imperial Rhodonite Emerald Gold Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant crafted from genuine rhodonite and adorned with a fac...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Imperial Jade Ruby Gold Egg Pendant by Anders Nevalainen
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature rose gold egg pendant crafted from Russian nephrite and adorned with a ruby element. The g...
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Gold-Mounted Rock Crystal and Rubies Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant in polka dot, crafted from natural rock crystal and d...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Imperial Bowenite Ruby Gold Egg Pendant by Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature solid-gold egg pendant crafted from bowenite and adorned with a natural ruby. The gold pen...
Ruby, Gold
Russian Imperial Gold-Mounted Jade with Diamonds Egg Pendant by Hjalmar Armfeldt
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the famous master jeweler Karl Gustav...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Imperial Helmet Egg Pendant, Workmaster Karl Gustav Hjalmar Armfelt
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present a fabulous quality egg pendant in the form of a miniature gilt helmet with a double-headed eagle, globus cruciger, and the historical Imperial coat of arms of Moscow - Sai...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Fabergé Imperial Rhodonite Gold Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature rose gold egg pendant crafted from genuine rhodonite. This exquisite p...
Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé 18k Gold Diamond Enamel Fleur De Lis Heart Enhancer Locket Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (48) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.48ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold - Red Enamel & 2 Pla...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Russian Bowenite with faceted Ruby Gold Egg Pendant by Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature solid-gold egg pendant crafted from bowenite and adorned with a natural, tiny, faceted rub...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Fabergé Egg Heritage Surprise Elephant Natural Diamond Red Enamel Pendant Charm
By Fabergé
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fabergé Egg Heritage Surprise Elephant Natural Diamond Red Enamel Pendant Charm Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 17.67 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.18 CTW F-G VVS round natural diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18K Gold Diamond Guilloche Enamel Locket by Victor Mayer
By Fabergé
Located in Venice, CA
This handmade 18k gold, diamond, and guilloche enamel locket was designed by VICTOR MAYER for Fabergé. The cobalt blue enamel has stunning detail—it is transparent to reveal intricat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Royal Blue Guilloche Enamel Enhancer Bale
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Exquisite Fabergé 18-Carat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant With Royal Blue Translucent Guilloche Vitreous Enamel and Enhancer Bale A highly collectible Fabergé pendant crafted in 18-carat...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Oval Blue Enamel Locket Pendant 37 Diamonds Fleur de Lys
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k yellow gold blue guilloche enamel oval locket 37 diamonds total 0.44 ct G/IF, limited edition #41/300 with certificate of authenticity and original box Reference: F1072/...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Limited Edition Fabergé Délices D’Été Diamonds and Pear Shape Sapphires Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Délices D’Été Lumière Necklace Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing the modernity, refinement and technical perfection of Fabergé’s original captivating works of genius. Délices D’Été Lumière Necklace features round white diamonds and multi-coloured round and pear shape sapphires set in 18 carat white gold 18kt White Gold 42.19 grams Pear Sapphires 6.28cts 61 Pear/Round Multicoloured Sapphires...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, ...
Fabergé Indy 500 Checkered Enamel & Diamond Egg Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Fabergé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This authentic Fabergé Indy 500 egg pendant is a striking example of artistry and opulence, blending rich enamel work with fine craftsmanship. The pendant features a checkerboard ena...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Faberge Heritage Rose Gold Diamond & Pink Guilloche Enamel Heart Surprise Locket
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
The heritage rose gold diamond and pink guilloche enamel heart surprise locket features pink guilloche enamel and round white diamonds, set in 18 karat rose gold. In keeping with it...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel Oval Locket with 9 Diamonds #2/150
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel Oval Locket with 9 Diamonds (0.1 ct), Limited Edition #2/150, Certificate of Authenticity Reference: F1373/BW/00/02/102 Brand: Fabergé Workmaster: Victor Mayer Limited Edition: #2/150 Material: 18k yellow gold Vitreous enamel: Translucent royal blue with four paillons and opaque white Diamonds: 9 brilliant-cut, total 0.1 ct, G/IF Certificate: Original certificate of authenticity Chain: Not included Picture frames: Place for two pictures Enhancer bale: Can be used on various chains or pearl strands This exquisite Fabergé locket...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Enamel and Diamond Locket Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold locket necklace by Fabergé. The locket features a centralised round brilliant-cut diamond, surrounded by intricate gold detailing on a rich blue guil...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Orange and Yellow Enamel
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Limited Edition Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow and White Gold With Orange and Yellow Translucent Guilloche Vitreous Enamel and Diamonds A refined Fabergé pend...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Enamel and Diamond Egg Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous piece from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Fabergé. This necklace has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and showcases Fabergé's iconic eg...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé 18k White Gold 0.58ctw Diamond w/ Blue Enamel Work Enhancer Bail Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - E/F Color - VVS2/VS1 Clarity - 0.58ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K White Gold - Blue Enamel ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Floral Enamel Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delicate antique Fabergé egg pendant. This Russian piece has been crafted from 14ct yellow gold and features intricate floral detail...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Oval Blue Enamel Locket Pendant 10 Diamonds total 0, 12c
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Guilloche Vitreous Enamel Oval Locket from the Parapluie Collection with 10 Diamonds 0.12 ct G IF, Limited Edition 14 of 300, wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Modern Faberge 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Enamel and Diamond Cascading Egg Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
Feel like royalty in this elegant Faberge necklace. Created using the same techniques as the original Faberge, the enamel eggs are created with 7 laye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Syna Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Evil Eye Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Lapis Lazuli 13 carats approx. Emerald 0.07 carat approx. Diamonds 0.03 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited Edition Crafted from 18 karat yel...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Cut Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Trumbull, CT
14K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Pear Pendant Chic and timeless, this pendant features a pear-cut natural lapis lazuli gemstone, radiating a rich, royal blue hue with subtle golden fleck...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.13 in W 1.08 in D 0.62 in
Imperial Green Jade Jadeite and White Agate Pendant in 18K Gold and Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Indulge in our exquisite pendant, whether the timeless beauty of imperial green jadeite intertwines harmoniously with the elegant white agate. Crafted with meticulous attention to ...
Agate, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
$3,000
W 0.44 in L 1.19 in
Victorian Snake Pendant Silver Baroque Pearl Egg Globe Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare antique Victorian Snake Pendant Necklace depicting a snake or serpent wrapped around an egg or globe. The snake is beautifully created in 14 Karat yellow gold. The e...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 13k Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 13k yellow gold carved lapis lazuli pendant necklace features a stunning deep blue lapis stone with natural golden pyrite flecks, expertly carved into an ornate design. ...
Lapis Lazuli, Pyrite, Yellow Gold
$2,450
W 0.87 in D 0.24 in L 1.34 in
14K Gold Lapis Lazuli Butterfly Carving Turquoise Moonstone Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 Karat yellow gold lapis lazuli butterfly carving turquoise moonstone diamond pendant brooch. The process of making this pendant brooch set i...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Cosmic Egg Ruby and White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Cosmic Egg embodies creation and hope, symbolizing the emergence of transformative stages. Linked to the mystery of the mother's womb, it harbors the seed of new life and hope wi...
White Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Amethyst Pendant with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
A natural amethyst and pink sapphire diamond pendant, centering a 7.8 carats pear-shaped amethyst, framed by brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.21 ct diamonds, 0.93 ct rubies and 0....
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, rock crystal and 21 karat yellow gold pendant/ brooch; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 21k yellow gold. The impressive oval frame is ornamented to the centre with an exceptional rock crystal panel, displaying finely detailed three leaves, accented with floral decoration. This central convex panel is encompassed with a 21k yellow gold frame ornamented with rope twist decorated borders, in addition to an applied scalloped design accented with scrolling and ball motifs. The reverse of the setting is fitted with a push fit glass panel, which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed. This exceptional Victorian rock crystal pendant...
Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
Antique Emerald Gemstone Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Antique Emerald Gold Cross Pendant. Securely Hand set with 11 Green Emeralds, weighing approx. 1.00tcw. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The Cross m...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500
H 0.91 in W 0.6 in L 1.11 in
Antique K. Faberge Passover Egg Pendant Ruby Enamel 56 Gold Silver
Located in SE
K.Faberge Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between years 1898 - 1917. Length including the hanger : 28mm x 15 mm wide. Body in 14K or Silver finished with Dark Red Enamel and is embellished with well detailed Russian Imperial Eagle Silver heads and old diamond cut Ruby Ø 2.7 mm / ca. 0.08 ct prong set into shield shaped Silver bezel. There is a band stretched around the lower part of the egg and hanger parts modeled in solid Yellow 56/ 14K Gold. Enamel is well preserved with no deep enough damage to see for sure if the egg is made of Gold or Silver. I noticed that this egg has almost double weight to compare with other Russian Passover Silver...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Silver
$9,500
W 0.8 in D 0.16 in L 1.28 in
Imperial Green Jadeite Jade Gold Coin and Diamond Pendant, Certified Untreated
By Luxe Pieces
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved coin pendant set on an 18K white gold and diamond bail. The carved coin symbolizes money, wealth and prosperity. It measures 1.28 inches (32.5 mm) x 0.79 inches (20.2 mm) with thickness of 0.15 inches (4 mm) weighing 6.4 grams and total diamond weight of 0.10 carats. Included is a Hong Kong Gems Laboratory...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
A Fabergé sapphire, diamond and gold egg pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé sapphire, diamond and gold egg pendant, the yellow gold matt finish top decorated with intersecting bands of rose-cut diamonds, the bottom h...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
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H 0.91 in W 0.52 in L 0.71 in
Russian Imperial Gold-Mounted Blue Chalcedony Egg Pendant by Hjalmar Armfeldt
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the famous master jeweler Karl Gustav...
Chalcedony, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Imperial Gold-Mounted Jade Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant crafted from natural Siberian jade. This exquisite pi...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Imperial Gold-Mounted Lapis Lazuli Egg Pendant by Henrik Wigström
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a beautiful and highly unusual miniature gold egg pendant crafted from natural Siberian lapis lazuli. This exqu...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Imperial Gold-Mounted Smoky Quartz Diamond Egg Pendant by Oskar Pihl
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature gold-mounted egg pendant crafted from smoky quartz and adorned with a natural diamond old-...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Imperial Gold-Mounted Rock Crystal Egg Pendant by Michael Perkhin
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the legendary master jeweler Michael ...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Imperial Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant, Workmaster Anders Nevalainen
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are delighted to present another exceptional piece from our collection: a charming miniature egg pendant. Masterfully crafted in imperial 84 silver with guilloché enamel, it featu...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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W 0.56 in L 0.87 in
Antique Imperial Guilloche Blue Enamel Egg Pendant Fish, by Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another unique item from our collection—an elegant miniature egg pendant adorned with rich blue guilloché enamel from the era of the Russian Empire. This ex...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique Imperial Guilloche Green Enamel Egg Pendant, by Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another unique item from our collection—an elegant miniature egg pendant adorned with guilloché enamel from the era of the Russian Empire. This exquisite pi...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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W 0.56 in L 0.86 in
Faberge Imperial Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant Bird, workmaster Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
A Fabergé workmaster Alfred Thielemann gilded silver egg pendant, guilloche orange enameled, and adorned with an adorable, detailed, relief kiwi bird was made in St. Petersburg, Russ...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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W 0.49 in L 0.75 in
Imperial Russian Guilloche Egg Pendant with Ruby, workmaster Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
This stunning egg-shaped pendant, crafted from gilt silver, features a vibrant guilloche green enamel finish. It is elegantly adorned with a star motif on one side, accented by a tiny natural ruby—a truly captivating piece. What sets this apart is its origin: it is not just any Russian silver jewelry, but a rare and highly prized collectible—an Imperial Guilloche Egg...
Ruby, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique Imperial Guilloché Enamel Egg Pendant by Albert Holmström, 1908
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another unique item from our collection—an elegant miniature egg pendant adorned with guilloché enamel from the era of the Russian Empire. This exquisite pi...
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal