Decades before luxury French jewelry maisons such as Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier were born, Marie-Étienne Nitot (1750–1809) founded the house that became the internationally esteemed Chaumet, which, for centuries, has created timeless necklaces, watches, rings, tiaras and other jewelry and accessories for royalty as well as Hollywood luminaries.
Before opening his own jewelry house, Nitot worked as an apprentice to Ange-Joseph Aubert, court jeweler to Marie Antoinette, and collaborated on pieces for the Queen. In 1780, he left Aubert’s side to open his own maison.
Surviving the upheaval of the French Revolution, Nitot soon found lavish commissions with the new people in power. The Emperor Napoléon Bonaparte longed for France to once again be the epicenter of luxury, making himself the fashionable face of the prospering country. Nitot’s commissions for Napoléon began with the papal tiara for Pope Pius VII that included a 414-carat emerald among its thousands of precious stones and the 1804 coronation sword, a decadent piece that featured the 140-carat Regent diamond.
The young jewelry house soon became the official jeweler of the Imperial Court, the personal jeweler of Empress Joséphine and one of the most sought-after jewelers in Europe. Chaumet’s work in this era helped popularize the tiara as a status symbol, with ornate pieces designed for Joséphine and Empress Marie-Louise, Napoléon’s second wife.
After Nitot died in 1809, his son, François-Regnault, took over in 1812 and moved the maison into the Place Vendôme, making it the first business to occupy the Parisian center of luxury. By then, Chaumet had included timepieces in its offerings, such as bracelet watches adorned with precious gemstones and equipped with movements made by Breguet (which opened a shop on Place Vendôme in 1933).
After the fall of the Napoléon Empire, successors Jean-Baptiste and Jules Fossin focused more on romantic styles of jewelry that referenced the past and nature, an approach carried on by Valentin and Prosper Morel. It was Joseph Chaumet, director from 1885 to 1928, who gave the maison its illustrious name and brought it into the 20th century with jewelry, accessories and tiaras inspired by the extravagant decor of the Belle Époque.
Later, with Joseph’s son, Marcel Chaumet, succeeding him, the house would be featured at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris — from which the term Art Deco derives — and, alongside the likes of Cartier, would be seen as a leader in introducing the flamboyantly geometric designs and high-contrast color pairings of Art Deco jewelry to the global stage.
Chaumet has adapted over the years to meet changing tastes and trends. The house still reigns in the world of luxury jewelry, celebrating its 240th anniversary in 2020. Since 1999, it has been part of the LVMH Group. Its salons and high jewelry workshop continue to operate in the Place Vendôme where gem-setters, polishers and jewelers craft rings, earrings, watches and enduringly popular tiaras.
Find an exquisite range of authentic vintage Chaumet jewelry on 1stDibs.
Chaumet Insolence Bow Diamond Bracelet 18K White Rose Gold Mixed Two Tone
By Chaumet
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Chaumet Insolence Bow Bracelet, 15.5 cm Retail price: ¥277,000 / ¥280,000. Discontinued in boutiques. Purchased in 2023. Complete with box, warranty card and receipt. Stunning piece,...
18k Gold
Chaumet Josephine Aigrette 18k White Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition signs of wear Accessories Box&Warranty card Weight 3.8g Designer Cartier Exterior Material 18K Gold
White Gold
18K White Gold Contemporary H-Link Bracelet
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Modern minimalism meets timeless elegance in this striking 18k white gold chain bracelet, featuring a contemporary twist to the classic h-link design. The clean, geometric silhouette...
18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
18k Gold Five Diamonds Bracelet Diamond Solitaire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati Two Tone 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
We are very excited to present this wonderful handcrafted bracelet by Mario Buccellati. The two tone bracelet consists of woven gold ovals of alternating 18 karat yellow and 18 karat white gold that has been woven or braided. The interlocked links have then been very finely brushed to give a softer matte finish which could be described as a Florentine finish. The bracelet features a tongue and box clasp and two figure of eight safety catches which are all incorporated into an integrated link clasp. The clasp and safety catches are working well and are secure, ensuring the piece stays on tightly with three points of attachment. Whilst this bracelet is on the smaller side in terms of its circumference it certainly makes up for that in its quality craftsmanship by arguably Italy's most highly regarded goldsmith, Mario Buccellati. Whilst it is hard to give a precise date for its manufacture it is likely to date to the late 20th Century. An exceptional piece of Italian gold jewellery...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Diamond Station Bracelet Diamond Solitaire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Two Toned Link Bracelet White & Rose Gold 14k
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage chain bracelet!! We converted a short pocket watch chain into a lovely bracelet. Perfect to stack and wear every day. Bracelet Details Material: 14K Rose ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cross Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This beautiful diamond bracelet features a delicate white gold chain adorned with a sparkling diamond cross pendant. The bracelet is made of 18k white gold, giving it a timeless and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baraka 18k White & Rose Gold Fancy Link Chain Bracelet 7"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This bracelet features a unique two-tone gold design that makes it versatile for both everyday wear and special occasions. Its elegant craftsmanship ensures lasting quality, making i...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$10,887 / item
Designer White Gold 18K Bracelet Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K White Gold Diamond 3.69 Cts/278 Pcs Tapered Baguette 0.15 Cts/3 Pcs
White Gold
Bvlgari Two-Tone 18k Yellow Rose Gold Link Bracelet 7"
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Bvlgari Style: Two-Tone Link Bracelet Material: 18k Yellow and Rose Gold Design: Open links with yellow gold H-style bars, polished rose gold beads and ribbed connector links ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Diamond Bezel Bracelet Diamond Duo Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Bezel Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,576Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chain Type White Gold 18K Bracelet Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K White Gold Diamond 0.89 Cts/189 Pcs
White Gold
18K White Gold Hand Chain Bracelet with Natural Diamonds
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
Ethereal and effortlessly cool, this piece is designed to feel like a second skin—light, fluid, and quietly captivating. Fine white gold chains drape gracefully from wrist to finger,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,087Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chain White Gold 18K Bracelet Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K White Gold Diamond 1.64 Cts/425 Pcs
White Gold
$32,957 / item
Emerald Cut 18K White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Emerald Cut 18K White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet is the perfect blend of elegance and timeless beauty. Featuring natural diamonds with a brilliant round cut, it radi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Philippe Charriol Sectional Diamond Bracelet 18k White Gold
By Philippe Charriol
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Designer: Philippe Charriol Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 176 brilliant Diamond Carat Weight: ~ 1.00 carats Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clar...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chaumet Bee My Love Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Honeycomb Cord
By Chaumet
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition Normal wear and tear, surface scratches Accessories Box&Warranty Card Weight 2.8g Designer Chaumet Exterior Material 18K Gold
Chaumet Attrape-Moi Bee 18K Rose Gold Pink Opal Garnet Diamond Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Guangzhou, CN
An exquisite and rare authentic Chaumet Paris chain bracelet from the whimsical "Attrape-moi… si tu m'aimes" (Catch me... if you love me) collection
Chaumet 18k Gold Chaine d'Ancre Tressee Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A gorgeous 18 carat gold bracelet with a chaine d’ancre tressée link and invisible lock and two invisible safety clasps on the side of the lock, made by Rollang & Cie. signed and num...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Limited Edition Chaumet 2005 Multigem Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in London, England
An extremely unique limited edition vintage Chaumet 2005 multi-gem bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet is composed of two fine trace chains set throughout with bezel set ...
Garnet, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chaumet White Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Juex de Liens Necklace & Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A charming matching mother of pearl & diamond jewellery suite by Chaumet from the Jeux de Liens collection. The pendant features a mother of pearl X shaped motif set to the centre wi...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Chaumet 'Jeux de Liens' Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in London, England
A simple yet elegant vintage Chaumet ‘Jeux de Liens’ mother of pearl and diamond chain bracelet set in 18k white gold. From the current Jeux de ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Link Bracelet by Chaumet
By Chaumet
Located in Zurich, CH
Stylish 18 karat white gold link bracelet by French tradition house Chaumet. Crafted in 18 karat polished white gold, this modern cla...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet 18 Carat Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet Set
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
This beautiful set from the designer Chaumet is amde from 18 carat yellow gold. It is a chain necklace and bracelet with a total weight of 137 grams. The necklace weighs 87.4 grams a...
18k Gold
CHAUMET, A Gold and Elephant Hair Bracelet, c 1970
By Chaumet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A handsome gold and elephant hair bracelet by Chaumet Paris. The 6 3/4" x 3/4" 18k yellow gold rectangular link bracelet with elephant hair acce...