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 Diamond Earrings, French, circa 1960
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron diamond earrings. A matching pair, each set with thirty five round brilliant cut diamonds in open back claw settings, seventy in t...
Diamond, Platinum
BOUCHERON - Collier Ava en or blanc et diamants
By Boucheron
Located in PARIS, FR
BOUCHERON Ava necklace in 18k white gold and diamonds. Condition: excellent condition. Chain length: 43.5 cm. Motif width: 0.9 cm. Diamonds: 0.30 carats,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boucheron Vintage Yellow and White Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Boucheron
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU. AT-1676 Brand Boucheron Date Approx 1980s __________________________________________________________________ Metal 18K Yellow Gold and White Gold Diameter Approx 20mm Wei...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Boucheron Gold and Diamond Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold ring set with 9 brilliant cut diamonds (circa 0.9 carat) the four sides are inlaid with tortoise, signed and Numbered: Boucheron, Paris, circa 1970. Additional info...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
Boucheron Emerald Tennis Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 20 cts. Color/Clarity: Colombian Certifications: Size: 7" Creator: Boucheron Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 29.86 grams A refined classic from Boucheron, this tennis ...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1940
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron ruby and diamond cocktail ring. Centrally set with two rows of square step cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back rubover and channel settings, fourteen in total with a...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
An 18k Gold Boucheron Link Chain
By Boucheron
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An French 18k gold necklace of braided round links signed and numbered: Boucheron, B338, with French assay marks for 18k gold and a French master mark. weight: 151.47 g length: 60 cm
Gold, 18k Gold
Boucheron High jewellery diamond earrings 4.60ct
By Boucheron
Located in Addlestone, GB
Boucheron white gold large diamond hoop earrings. These beautiful hoop earrings were produced as a capsule High jewellery collection in Circa 2008 Large size set with 6 rows of ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Boucheron Diamond and Platinum Dress-Set, London Hallmark 1960
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
A vintage Boucheron, diamond and platinum, gentlemen's dress-set, comprising a pair of cufflinks, four buttons and a pair of collar studs, each with a round brilliant-cut diamond, gr...
Diamond, Platinum
Boucheron Rose Gold Bracelet, circa 1940.
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Vintage bracelet in 18ct rose gold by Boucheron Paris. A rose gold bracelet composed of heavy curved inverted D-shape motifs with sculptural protruding articulated bar links and smo...
$8,995Sale Price|28% Off
Boucheron Quarte White Gold Black Edition Ring
By Boucheron
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Boucheron Quarte White Gold Black Edition Paying homage to the Boucheron codes, the Quatre Black Edition ring celebrates the Maison’s savoir-faire and the skill of sculpting preciou...
White Gold
Boucheron Gold Bow Earrings
By Boucheron
Located in Bethesda, MD
Adorn yourself with the luxurious charm of these 18kt yellow gold Boucheron bow earrings. Measuring 1 inch long and weighing 15.8 grams, these elegant earrings capture the essence of...
Gold
Boucheron Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1940
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron Ceylon sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 4.86 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum
BOUCHERON PARIS 18k Yellow Gold Mariner Rope Motif Cufflinks 1970s Vintage
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Boucheron Paris 18k Yellow Gold Mariner Rope Motif Cufflinks 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pair of cufflinks. The cuf...
Yellow Gold
BOUCHERON Facet Solitaire Diamond 0.47ct E-VVS2-VG 18K White Gold Ring US 5 3/4
By Boucheron
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No. 31280431 ■Brand: BOUCHERON ■Name: Facet Solitaire Ring ■Material: 1P Diamond (D0.47ct E-VVS2-VG), 750 K18 WG White Gold ■Comes with: Boucheron box, case, GIA certificate (O...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Earrings Boucheron Cinna Pampilles
By Boucheron
Located in Berlin, DE
The elegant Boucheron "Cinna Pampilles" pendant earrings are a sublime expression of high jewelry, crafted from radiant 18k white gold. They are lavishly adorned with an impressive c...