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Jean Schlumberger (Book)
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
photographs of his jewellery. Schlumberger started his career designing fantasy buttons for the Couturier
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20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

Vintage Jean Schlumberger (Book)
Jean Schlumberger (Book)
H 14.5 in W 10 in D 1.5 in
Schlumberger for Tiffany Enamel Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Five gold petals sit upon reddish brown enamel in these earrings designed by Schlumberger for
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1980s American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold

Jean Schlumberger Bright Enamel Gem Parrot Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
AN ENAMEL AND MULTI-GEM PARROT BROOCH, BY JEAN SCHLUMBERGER, TIFFANY & CO. Embark on a journey of
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20th Century American Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Enamel

Tiffany, Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Bowtie Link Necklace
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold Signature: TIFFANY SCHLUMBERGER Marks: MADE IN FRANCE, French export marks, jeweler's mark
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20th Century French Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Schlumberger Emerald Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Toggle Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Jean Schlumberger 18k gold rope bracelet with toggle closure, adorned with two emerald
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20th Century French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

Tiffany, Schlumberger Multistrand Pearl, Gold and Blue Paillonné Necklace
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger Multistrand Cultured Pearl, Gold and Blue Paillonné Enamel Torsade
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20th Century French Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Pearl, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Enamel and Diamond Shell Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
The addition of diamonds makes these Schlumberger enamel shell shaped earrings dressier than usual
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1970s American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

SCHLUMBERGER FOR TIFFANY & CO. Tanzanite Cascade Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Jean Schlumberger was one of the leading jewelry designers of the 20th century. Tiffany & Co. was
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1990s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Estate Tiffany & Company Schlumberger Yellow Gold Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Tiffany & Company Schlumberger 18k yellow gold earrings.
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20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Yellow Gold

Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Diamond Floral Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
Jean Schlumberger was vice president of Tiffany and one of their premier designers. Among those who
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1970s American Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY SCHLUMBERGER "Croisillon" Blue Enamel Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and enamel bracelet, Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger. The Croisillon bracelet
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1960s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Enamel

TIFFANY SCHLUMBERGER Red Enamel Lozenge Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and red enamel braclelet, Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger. Designed with red
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1960s French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Schlumberger, 18K Gold Enamel Bangle
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This bold and vibrant bracelet is a masterpiece by Tiffany’s legendary designer Jean Schlumberger
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1960s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Aquamarine Diamond Floral "Cousins" Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine and Diamond "Cousins" Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold and
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1960s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger 18k YG Red Enamel Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous 18k YG Red Enamel Cufflinks Tiffany & Co designed by Schlumberger, marked 750 Tiffany & Co
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1990s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger 18K YG Black Enamel Cufflink
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beatifull 18k YG Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Black Enamel Cufflink, marked 18k Tiffany & Co
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1990s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER 18k Gold Cufflinks Studs Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Step into the timeless elegance of the 1980s with this exquisite set of Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Gold Ruby Hedgehog Brooch Pin
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k yellow gold hedgehog brooch , designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Set with
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20th Century French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Ruby, Gold

Estate Tiffany & Co Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Denver, CO
designer Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. They measure 1.25 inches long, 12mm (top ball), 10mm (bottom
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Late 20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Yellow Enamel and Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Fine pair of 18K yellow gold and yellow enamel cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger. Of very
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Late 20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Hematite Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Hematite Cufflinks by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co. Details: Measurements
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20th Century American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Hematite, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER Diamond Platinum Cufflinks Studs Jabot Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Unveil a Legacy of Elegance: Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Diamond and Platinum Set Embrace timeless
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Platinum

Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Heliodor Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The bracelet is of lattice design, the articulated star and floral motifs
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20th Century American Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER Taj Mahal Diamond Gold Cufflinks Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Unveil a Mughal Masterpiece: Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Taj Mahal Diamond and Gold Cufflinks Set
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co. The Tiffany & Co. Jean
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20th Century American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger YG Love Knot Cufflink Dress Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger YG Cufflink Dress Set in a Love Knot design, bigger knot is marked 18k YG
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1990s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
—unrivaled in the world of jewelry design. Schlumberger designed almost exclusively for Tiffany & Co. from
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Mid-20th Century American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Schlumberger 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Flame Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
dimensions: 1.37" x 0.75" Jean Schlumberger began designing jewelry for Tiffany & Co. in the 1950's and his
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1990s French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Schlumberger Enamel Earrings 18K Diamonds
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Schlumberger earrings are special. They are set in 18K Yellow Gold with Blue and Green
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1980s American Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger 18K Gold Diamond Ring
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning Tiffany & Co Schlumberger diamond engagement ring circa 1970! A pristine and
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1970s French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Schlumberger 18k Yellow Gold Bull Swivel Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., the "Bull Swivel" chain bracelet is comprised of
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1990s Italian Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18ct yellow gold, platinum & diamond leaf brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. iconic Schlumberger Studios 'Five Leaves' brooch of 18ct yellow gold. Featuring
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18ct yellow gold, platinum & diamond leaf brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. iconic Schlumberger Studios 'Five Leaves' brooch of 18ct yellow gold. Featuring
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
—unrivaled in the world of jewelry design. Schlumberger designed almost exclusively for Tiffany & Co. from
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Mid-20th Century American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Blue Enamel Gold Woven Basket Weave Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage 14k gold woven "basket weave" cufflinks, crafted by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany
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20th Century French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18k Gold Diamond Braided Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage earrings by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. are crafted in 18k gold, featuring a
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1980s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Rope Knot Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Jean Schlumberger Vintage Rope Knot Cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. Details
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1980s American Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Hematite Yellow Gold Tie Set Acorn Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted by the renowned Tiffany & Co., the Schlumberger hematite yellow gold tie set acorn
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Late 20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger Two-Color Gold and Diamond 'Five Leaves' Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., designed by Schlumberger Diamond Leaf Brooch in 18k Yellow and White Gold – Nature
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20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Platinum & 18K Gold Green Emerald And Diamond Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional Tiffany Schlumberger bi-color gold pendant
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20th Century French Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Jean Schlumberger Cufflinks Shirt Studs 18Kt Gold & Malachite
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cufflinks and shirt studs designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Gorgeous suite of
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1970s American Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Malachite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 14K & Hematite Acorn Cufflink & Shirt Stud Set #20514
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger 14K Yellow Gold and Hematite Acorn Cufflink and Shirt Stud Set
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20th Century Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Hematite, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Schlumberger/Tiffany & Co 14K Gold Wheatsheaf Cufflinks & Button Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of gold buttons & cufflinks dress set. Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co
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20th Century Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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14k Gold

Tiffany Schlumberger Cufflinks with Black Onyx, Turquoise and Gold, Circa 1960
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A pair of Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. black onyx and turquoise cufflinks, with turquoise
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1960s American Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Vintage Yellow Gold Bow Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold vintage bow bracelet , designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Bracelet
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20th Century French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Yellow Gold

Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Stitches Ring 18K Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Stitches Ring in 18K Gold. The ring features approximately
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1980s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Schlumberger Gold Poodle Lighter
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Schlumberger Gold Poodle Lighter , 18k carved gold with ruby eyes .Circa 1950 Measurements: 5.5 x
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1950s French Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18k Gold V-Rope Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18k Gold V-Rope Earrings are a striking example of Jean Schlumberger
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1970s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Onyx 18 Karat Gold Heart Motif Dumbbell Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Fine pair of 18K yellow gold and onyx dumbbell cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger. These
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Late 20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Jean Schlumberger Anchors Cufflinks In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Anchors cufflinks designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This is a great pair of toggle
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1970s American Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Jean Schlumberger Cufflinks In Solid Woven 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cufflinks designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This is a great pair of cufflinks
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1970s American Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Apollo Brooch Yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous and unusual Jean Schlumberger’s by Tiffany & Co., visionary creations are among the
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20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Red Enamel Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold classic earrings, designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, adorned
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Camel Brooch with Lapis & Gemstone by Jean Schlumberger
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous dromedary camel brooch designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Features a
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20th Century Unknown Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18 Karat Gold Sea Urchin Clock
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant 18K yellow gold clock by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger. It resembles a sea urchin. Bulova
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Late 20th Century Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Jean Schlumberger Cufflinks In Solid Woven 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cufflinks designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This is a fabulous pair of cufflinks
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1970s American Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18KT Tiffany & Co. x Jean Schlumberger Cabochon Sapphire Wrap Ring
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This iconic Tiffany & Co. piece is a collaboration with French jewelry designer Jean Schlumberger
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1980s Unknown Modernist Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Schlumberger, Platinum 18K Gold Sapphire Diamond Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
mark "T&Co", "©", "SCHLUMBERGER STUDIOS", "19671615", "PT950", "750", these earrings perfectly embody
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1960s Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany, Schlumberger Platinum and 18K Gold Oval Cut Peridot and Diamond Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cut Peridot And Diamond Brooch
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20th Century French Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Red Enamel Diamond Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Jean Schlumberger’s visionary creations are among the world’s most intricate designs, and this eye
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20th Century American Modern Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact schlumberger jewelry vintage you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 48 antique edition and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a schlumberger jewelry vintage may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic schlumberger jewelry vintage over the years, but those made by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co. and Jean Schlumberger are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any schlumberger jewelry vintage from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 11 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and asscher cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a schlumberger jewelry vintage, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Schlumberger Jewelry Vintage?

Prices for a schlumberger jewelry vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $183 and can go as high as $76,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,000.

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.