In 1919, Mario Buccellati (1891–1965) launched his eponymous jewelry house with the opening of his first shop in Milan and quickly built a reputation for his richly embellished traforato, or finely pierced goldwork. The Ancona, Italy–born jeweler’s workmanship was in a class of its own. His pieces were exquisite, yet the gemstones themselves were never too flashy, elevated instead by the designs’ intricate metalsmithing.
A love of tradition set Mario and his fine jewelry house apart in the competitive Italian market and remains a point of pride for the family, which is still closely tied to the business even as it is now owned by Richemont, a luxury conglomerate that also counts Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels among its subsidiaries.
A young Mario Buccellati apprenticed with famed goldsmith Beltrami e Besnati in the early 1900s, although many of the goldsmithing techniques synonymous with Buccellati go as far back as the Italian Renaissance. The family lineage is also said to include 18th-century jeweler Contardo Buccellati.
Owing to the founder’s advanced metalworking skills, the brand is known for designs that feature metal with the delicacy of lace and draw on the wonders of the natural world. The house’s work is typified by intricate gemstone settings that emphasize their natural color and dense engraving techniques that transform the texture of gold.
One of the time-honored engraving techniques that has come to characterize Buccellati’s work — techniques that require apprenticeships and training in the fine jeweler’s workshops — is called rigato. It involves the engraving of a precious metal with a series of parallel lines to achieve a fabric-like effect.
Rigato is on luminous display in the house’s Macri collection of earrings, cuff bracelets and other accessories. A painstaking attention to detail is pronounced in the celebrated Macri, Bartolomeo and Unica collections — witness the striking honeycomb motif, a house signature, that characterizes the Unica collection’s Caterina bracelet, for example.
The Macri collection was the work of Mario’s son, Gianmaria Buccellati, an award-winning jeweler and internationally renowned silversmith who worked to bring the brand to the global stage by overseeing the opening of boutiques in Tokyo, Paris, California and elsewhere.
In 1951, Mario opened his first store in New York City; today the company operates boutiques worldwide. In 2019, the company celebrated its centennial with a new flagship in Paris and the Vintage collection, which features some of its most enduring designs.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Buccellati jewelry, including earrings, necklaces, rings and other accessories.
Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx A masterful creation by the renowned Italian house of Buccellati, this exceptional sterling silver model depicts t...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver Dominoes Set
By Buccellati
Located in New York City, NY
Elevate game night with this exquisite vintage Buccellati sterling silver dominoes set. Crafted with the renowned Italian jeweler's signatur...
Sterling Silver
Playful Companions: A Rare Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Nine Mice
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Playful Companions: A Rare Mario Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Mice on Desert Rose Crystal Base. This exceptional and rare Buccellati sculpture features nine meticulously ...
Sterling Silver
$650 / set
Sterling Silver Jungle Animals
Located in Darnestown, MD
Five sterling silver jungle animals to include: an elephant; a lion; a rhinoceros; a jungle cat and a wading bird with a fish in its mouth. The pieces ...
Sterling Silver
Modern Style Enamel Sterling Silver "Piggy" Small Cufflinks
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Modern Style Enamel Sterling Silver "Piggy" Cufflinks Here there is a funny and stylish pair of piggy cufflinks handcrafted in sterling silver and enriched with enamel. Perfect to gi...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Life Size Silver Yorkshirre Terrier Dog. A life-size silver dog crafted with a technique know as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique invo...
Silver
Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel, silver texted fur with glass eyes, enamel nose and gilt acorns. Signed on one leaf Mario Buccellati, 925, and 15-MI M...
Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design, but also for the careful attention given to details duri...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona gifts stand out, not only for their special design and for the excel...
Sterling Silver
Paperclip Style Money Clip Set in British Sterling Silver
Located in London, England
A minimalistic paperclip style money clip made of solid British sterling silver. The clip measures 6.4 x 2 centimetres and there is a gross weight of 13.2 grams.
Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Round Money Clip
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver money clip. Alex Jona gifts stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality, but also for ...
Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Men's Money Clip
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver money clip. Dimensions: 2.57 in. L x 1.37 in. W x 0.24 mm. D - 65 mm. L x 35 mm. W x 7 mm. D Alex Jona gifts stand ou...
Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Money Clip
By Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver money clip. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of the ge...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Miniature Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Sterling Silver Weight: 32.7 grams Dimensions: 50.2mm x 33.9mm x 18mm Cute antique pin cushion crafted in sterling silver. This piece i...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Gilded Sterling Silver Botanical Floral Sculpture, Mexico
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Tiffany & Co. sterling silver botanical sculpture features a detailed lily design with an opened bloom, a closed bud, long curved stamens, and a bulb form base with exposed ...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Buccellati, Silver Vanity Box
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This Buccellati compact reflects the maison’s Italian Renaissance-inspired artistry, renowned since the 1919 founding in Milan. Crafted in sterling ...
Silver
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H 0.75 in W 1.38 in L 2.25 in
Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Small Trinket Pill Box
By Buccellati
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Small Pill Box is a beautifully crafted and unique collectible that embodies the exquisite artistry and meticulous craftsmanship fo...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.87 in W 1.72 in L 2.75 in
Gianmaria Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Trinket Pill Box
By Buccellati
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Discover the charm and artistry of Italian master craftsmanship with this Gianmaria Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Trinket/Pill Box. Exquisitely handcrafted, this del...
Sterling Silver
A Whimsical Family of Three Buccellati Sterling Silver Ducks
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Whimsical Family of Three Buccellati Sterling Silver Ducks A delightful and finely crafted set of three sterling silver “furry” ducks by Buccellati, Italy. Each naturalistically modeled and intricately hand-chased to create the lifelike texture of soft feathers, a signature technique of Buccellati’s master silversmiths. The ducks vary in size, forming an endearing family grouping that perfectly captures the maison’s celebrated blend of artistry, charm, and realism. Renowned for their exceptional silverwork, Buccellati is especially admired for these whimsical animal sculptures...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Small Pill Box
By Buccellati
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Small Pill Box is a beautifully crafted and unique collectible that embodies the exquisite artistry a...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Midcentury Sterling Silver Turtle Pill Box
By Buccellati
Located in New York City, NY
Dive into Luxury: A Buccellati Midcentury Sterling Silver Turtle Pill Box This charming and captivating midcentury pill box from Italian design powerhouse Buccellati is more than ju...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Midcentury Sterling Silver Turtle Box
By Buccellati
Located in New York City, NY
Fine and rare sterling silver box in likeness of a turtle, by Buccellati circa 1950-60s. The shell of the turtle is removable and the inside can be used for storage. Hallmarks: Buc...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Modernist circa 2010 Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Band Certificat Ring
By Buccellati
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing an exquisite piece from the coveted Buccellati brand, the Italian Mario Buccellati Signature circa 2010 Diamonds 18 karat Gold Band Ramage Eternelle collection . The famous hallmark "15 MI", which has distinguished Mario Buccellati since 1934 and has been imprinted since 1919 on every object made by the company. Engagement Ring is a true testament to timeless beauty. This vintage ring showcases the iconic Buccellati style with its intricate openwork designs reminiscent of delicate lace, adorned with dazzling n. 30 round-cut white diamonds totaling approximately 0.5 carats. The ring bears the Buccellati signature engraving, which, although partially erased due to wear, remains legible, adding to its vintage charm. Crafted in Italy with meticulous attention to detail, the hand-engraved carved surface showcases the exceptional artistry and craftsmanship synonymous with Buccellati. Weighing 3.4 grams, this remarkable ring is crafted in 18 karat Yellow and White gold, offering a harmonious blend of warmth and brilliance. The ring is currently a size 5 USA (equivalent to size 9 Italian), and please note that due to its special handcrafted engraving, resizing may not be possible. Measuring approximately 8mm in height, this Buccellati engagement ring is a true statement piece, radiating elegance and sophistication. Details: Italian Vintage 1970 Buccellati Diamonds 18 karat Gold Band Engagement Ring...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Silver Nautilus Seashell Centerpiece
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati centerpiece measures approx. 19" in length, 19" in width, 8" in height; circa 1960's.
Silver
Buccellati Silver Furry Lion
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati centerpiece measures approx. 27" in length, 11" in width, 8" in height. Includes Sterling purity mark "925", Italian lozenge and makers marks: Signed "M Buccellati"; circ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Silver Furry Rabbit
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati centerpiece measures approx. 6" in length, 7" in width, 12" in height. Includes Sterling purity mark "925", Italian lozenge and makers marks: Signed "M Buccellati"; circa...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Silver Fruit Basket Centerpiece
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati centerpiece oval shape measures approx. 21 1/2" in length, 18" in width, 5 1/2" in height. Basket top diameter is 13" x 10" and tapers down to a bottom diameter of 11" x...
Silver, Sterling Silver