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Oj Perrin

OJ PERRIN yellow gold star brooch
OJ PERRIN yellow gold star brooch

OJ PERRIN yellow gold star brooch

$5,539

W 1.89 in L 1.97 in

OJ PERRIN yellow gold star brooch

Located in PARIS, FR

Vintage OJ PERRIN textured yellow gold brooch OJ.PERRIN - 18K gold (750°/°°) brooch depicting a

Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oj Perrin Gold and Silver Earrings
Oj Perrin Gold and Silver Earrings

Oj Perrin Gold and Silver Earrings

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Earrings signed OJ PERRIN in 18k (750°/°°) yellow gold and silver. Godronné model with 4

Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage 18k Gold Elephant Earrings: Emerald Eyes, Diamond Tusks - Oj Perrin
Vintage 18k Gold Elephant Earrings: Emerald Eyes, Diamond Tusks - Oj Perrin

Vintage 18k Gold Elephant Earrings: Emerald Eyes, Diamond Tusks - Oj Perrin

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Whimsical, symbolic, and exquisitely made, these vintage Oj Perrin elephant earrings are a rare

Category

1990s French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

OJ Perrin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings
OJ Perrin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings

OJ Perrin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings

Located in Zurich, CH

Elegant pair of 18 karat yellow gold, citrine and diamond half hoop earrings by OJ Perrin

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

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OJ Perrin Vintage Gold Ring
OJ Perrin Vintage Gold Ring

OJ Perrin Vintage Gold Ring

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Attributed to OJ Perrin. 18K gold large band and mobile and gadrooned design ring. 1990s French

Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oj Perrin Pendant, Gold and Diamonds
Oj Perrin Pendant, Gold and Diamonds

Oj Perrin Pendant, Gold and Diamonds

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Paris, FR

made by the french jeweller OJ Perrin, circa 2000. Weight: 8.70 g Height: 45,00 cm Pendant's high

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1980s OJ Perrin Onyx Diamond Gold Yorkie Brooch Pin
1980s OJ Perrin Onyx Diamond Gold Yorkie Brooch Pin

1980s OJ Perrin Onyx Diamond Gold Yorkie Brooch Pin

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Beziers, FR

"OJ Perrin" Work French Circa 1980 Measurements: 3.70 cm L x 2.70 cm W 1.16 in L x 1.06 In W Weight

Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Yellow Gold

Unavailable

W 1.19 in L 16.15 in

O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Yellow Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Collar signed home OJ Perrin. golden yellow 750 mils (18 carats). pendant node gadroons. length: 41

Category

20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Bracelet  Yellow Gold
O.J. Perrin Bracelet  Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Bracelet Yellow Gold

Unavailable

W 0.63 in D 0.24 in L 7.29 in

O.J. Perrin Bracelet Yellow Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Bracelet signed home OJ Perrin. two colors. white and yellow gold 750 mils (18 carats). open rigid

Category

20th Century French More Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Ring Rose Gold
O.J. Perrin Ring Rose Gold

O.J. Perrin Ring Rose Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Ring in white and rose gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). signed by the House OJ Perrin. set with 47

Category

20th Century French Engagement Rings

Materials

Rose Gold

O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Tressé Yellow Gold Diamond
O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Tressé Yellow Gold Diamond

O.J. Perrin Chain Necklace Tressé Yellow Gold Diamond

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful necklace signed House OJ Perrin. fine jewelry piece. golden yellow 750 mils (18 carats

Category

20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1970s O.J Perrin Paris Coral Diamond Yellow gold Bracelet.
1970s O.J Perrin Paris Coral Diamond Yellow gold Bracelet.

1970s O.J Perrin Paris Coral Diamond Yellow gold Bracelet.

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Beziers, FR

chain bracelet. French jewelry. Marked: OJ Perrin Paris Measurements: Gold and Coral Link: 2,.8 x

Category

Vintage 1970s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Watch Milady Yellow Gold
O.J. Perrin Watch Milady Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Watch Milady Yellow Gold

Unavailable

H 6.89 in W 0.6 in L 2.05 in

O.J. Perrin Watch Milady Yellow Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Watch signed the house OJ Perrin. Milady model. quartz movement. yellow gold case 750 thousandths

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Watch Yellow Gold
O.J. Perrin Watch Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Watch Yellow Gold

Unavailable

H 7.09 in W 0.63 in L 2.05 in

O.J. Perrin Watch Yellow Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in PARIS, FR

Watch signed the house OJ Perrin. quartz movement. yellow gold case 750 thousandths (18 carats

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage OJ Perrin Heart Charm Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Vintage OJ Perrin Heart Charm Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold

Vintage OJ Perrin Heart Charm Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

A delicate and elegant vintage bracelet signed by OJ Perrin Paris, crafted in 18K yellow gold (750

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Oj Perrin White Diamond Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Estate Oj Perrin White Diamond Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold

Estate Oj Perrin White Diamond Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful estate Oj Perrin bracelet with good quality white diamond rounds in a heart shape pattern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Designer OJ Perrin Fashion Ring
18k Gold Diamond Designer OJ Perrin Fashion Ring

18k Gold Diamond Designer OJ Perrin Fashion Ring

Located in Towson, MD

This ring features .21tcw of high quality G-H, VS1-VS2 diamonds and was made by OJ Perrin of Paris

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

OJ Perrin Black Enamel Heart and Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
OJ Perrin Black Enamel Heart and Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

OJ Perrin Black Enamel Heart and Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in London, England

A sensational vintage pair of OJ Perrin black enamel and diamond heart hoop earrings set in 18k

Category

1990s Unknown Retro Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Georges Lenfant for OJ Perrin Rope Scroll Bracelet
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Georges Lenfant for OJ Perrin Rope Scroll Bracelet

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Georges Lenfant for OJ Perrin Rope Scroll Bracelet

By Georges L'Enfant

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Georges Lenfant for OJ Perrin Rope Scroll Bracelet Weight: 82 grams

Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Paris Diamond Elephant Charm Yellow Gold Band Ring
O.J. Perrin Paris Diamond Elephant Charm Yellow Gold Band Ring

O.J. Perrin Paris Diamond Elephant Charm Yellow Gold Band Ring

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Southampton, PA

elephant, 6mm band Stamped Hallmarks: OJ Perrin Paris French Hallmarks *Free Shipping within the United

Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

O.J. Perrin Vintage Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold
O.J. Perrin Vintage Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold

O.J. Perrin Vintage Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Paris, FR

OJ PERRIN Articulated bracelet in 18kt yellow gold and 18kt rose gold DESCRIPTION: O.J. PERRIN

Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Georges L'Enfant for O. J. Perrin Vintage Egyptian Gold Plaque Pendant Necklace
Georges L'Enfant for O. J. Perrin Vintage Egyptian Gold Plaque Pendant Necklace

Georges L'Enfant for O. J. Perrin Vintage Egyptian Gold Plaque Pendant Necklace

By Georges L'Enfant

Located in Greenwich, CT

ancient Egyptian god rectangular plaque pendant necklace. Circa 1970-75. Signed OJ Perrin with Georges

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

O. J. Perrin of Paris Diamond Set Gold Bracelet
O. J. Perrin of Paris Diamond Set Gold Bracelet

O. J. Perrin of Paris Diamond Set Gold Bracelet

Located in Litchfield, CT

diamonds HALLMARKS: eagle head for 18k, goldsmith's mark and OJ Perrin mark, all rubbed STOCK NUMBER

Category

Vintage 1960s French More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Clips On Knots Earrings In 18Kt Gold
O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Clips On Knots Earrings In 18Kt Gold

O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Clips On Knots Earrings In 18Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Paris France at the workshop of Andre Vassort for the jewelry house of OJ Perrin, back in the 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Tiger Eye Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamond
O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Tiger Eye Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamond

O. J. Perrin Paris 1970 By Andre Vassort Tiger Eye Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamond

Located in Miami, FL

France at the workshop of Andre Vassort for the jewelry house of OJ Perrin, back in the 1970. This bold

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

O J Perrin GIA 1.51 Carat Diamond Gold Gypsy Ring
O J Perrin GIA 1.51 Carat Diamond Gold Gypsy Ring

O J Perrin GIA 1.51 Carat Diamond Gold Gypsy Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

followers. OJ Perrin is such an establishment. Featuring a 1.51 carat old European cut diamond that is GIA

Category

Vintage 1960s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage O.J. Perrin Yellow Gold Half-Hoop Earrings
Vintage O.J. Perrin Yellow Gold Half-Hoop Earrings

Vintage O.J. Perrin Yellow Gold Half-Hoop Earrings

By O.J. Perrin

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage O.J. Perrin half-hoop clip-on earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Signed OJ

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

OJ Perrin Diamond Earrings

OJ Perrin Diamond Earrings

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Southampton, NY

OJ Perrin 18k gold drop earrings containing approximately 4 cts. of diamonds.

Category

Late 20th Century French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold and Diamonds OJ Perrin Ring, "Verona" Collection
Yellow Gold and Diamonds OJ Perrin Ring, "Verona" Collection

Yellow Gold and Diamonds OJ Perrin Ring, "Verona" Collection

By O.J. Perrin

Located in Ebene, MU

A 750/ooo (18Kt) yellow gold OJ Perrin ring, "Verona"' collection, partially set with brillant-cut

Category

1990s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

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Located in Litchfield, CT

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Oj Perrin For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact oj perrin you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding an appealing oj perrin — no matter the origin — is easy, but O.J. Perrin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any oj perrin from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a oj perrin, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Oj Perrin?

On average, a oj perrin at 1stDibs sells for $4,967, while they’re typically $1,806 on the low end and $19,890 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.