In an era of social upheaval, venerable Tiffany & Co. designer Elsa Peretti reimagined diamonds as jewelry that working women bought for themselves rather than receiving it from a suitor.
By the time the Italian-born Peretti arrived in New York City, she’d already studied design in Rome, worked for a Milanese architect and taught Italian, French and skiing in Switzerland. She settled on interior design as her potential career path but then chose an altogether different route: modeling. Peretti modeled in Barcelona, Spain, and on the advice of Wilhelmina Cooper — a former model who’d by then founded Wilhelmina Modeling Agency — moved to Manhattan in 1968. When she relocated, Peretti was inspired to pick up jewelry design.
After modeling for designer Halston, the undisputed fashion king of Studio 54, Peretti became his close friend and collaborator, eventually creating jewelry and teardrop-shaped perfume bottles for him. By way of her association with Halston, Peretti took to the disco scene, flourishing in a social circle that included artist Andy Warhol and fashion designer Giorgio di Sant’Angelo.
It wasn’t long before models on di Sant’Angelo’s runway were donning two-inch sterling-silver vases, complete with a rose stem, suspended on leather thongs around their necks. The accessory was Peretti’s inaugural piece of jewelry — she designed it in 1969 after finding a flower vase at a flea market. It was hardly the only time that Peretti found motifs in nature and in organic forms. In the years that followed, her Bean pendant necklace, Starfish earrings and other sensuous accessories would draw on human emotion as well as the natural world around her. Each evocative and wholly versatile design is universally adored decades later, and each was made for a storied American jewelry house with which Peretti would be associated for nearly 50 years.
It was Halston who introduced Peretti to Tiffany & Co. She had her own boutique at Bloomingdale’s by 1972, and her partnership with the firm, which signed the venturesome and unorthodox designer to an exclusive contract in 1974, would cement her place in the lofty annals of jewelry legend. Peretti’s simple but sophisticated designs — the Teardrop collection, her minimalist Diamonds by the Yard necklace and Open Heart ring, to name a few — elevated sterling silver, previously considered unsuitable for fine jewelry, and created an enthusiastic young audience for Tiffany’s offerings. In 1977, Peretti’s designs earned the jewelry house more than $6 million. (In some years, her work has accounted for 10 percent of the company’s sales.)
In 2012, Peretti signed a 20-year, $47.3 million contract with Tiffany & Co., but she passed away in 2021, at age 80. Today, her designs are in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the British Museum.
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Rare 1970s Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Light Bulb Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A very rare, vintage 1970s 18K gold crystal light bulb pendant and chain necklace designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Bulb measures 1" long by 5/8" at its widest and suspends ...
18k Gold, Gold
Elsa Peretti Diamond Hoop Single-row Bangle Y/G
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Peretti For Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Hoop Single-row Bangle Material 18K Yellow Gold Condition: Mint(Like New) Diamond: .10ct Bracelet Size: Medium Bracelet Width...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A classic Elsa Peretti design for Tiffany & Co., this sterling silver starfish pendant captures the fluid, organic lines Peretti was known for. Preowned and in excellent conditio...
Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Diamond Hoop Single-row Bangle R/G
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Peretti For Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Hoop Single-row Bangle Material 18K Rose Gold Condition: Mint(Like New) Diamond: .10ct Bracelet Size: Medium Bracelet Width: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond 18K Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a 1.5 mm cable link chain suspending a heart-shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.55 cara...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Color by the Yard Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Tanzanites .14ctw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Earrings Weight:0.7gm Condition New. Comes with Tiffany Pouch. Retail Price: $875
Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co Open “Medium” Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold - VHK#240A
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Hicksville, NY
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co Open “Medium” Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold - VHK#240A Item Details Year: 1990s Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.86 grams...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti Design Heart Clip-On Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti Design Heart Clip-On Earrings 18KT Yellow Gold measuring 1.0 inches x 1.0 inches, total weight is 14.4 grams. Signed Tiffany & Co - Elsa Peretti, Spain.
18k Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sinuous pierced heart shaped pendant Bead set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.35 carat total G/H color VS clarity Sleek with a high polish fi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pearl Yellow Gold Mesh Necklace With Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k Yellow Gold Pearl Mesh Necklace and matching earrings by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. With 55Pearls from 5mm to 4.5mm. Comes in the original Tifanny & co Box. Length of necklac...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Solid 18 Karat Gold 'Beans' Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Berkeley, CA
This iconic Elsa Peretti necklace is a beautiful halo around your neck. The 'beans' are solid gold and have a nice weight to them. You can wear it alone or layer with your other favo...
Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Hoop Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Hoop Earrings - VHK#439A Item Details: Year: 2000s Metal Type: 18K [Hallmarked, and Tested, Tiffany & Co.] Weight...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$560Sale Price|20% Off
Elsa Peretti Citrine Color by the Yard Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Citrines .28tcw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Condition New Comes with Tiffany. &Co Pouch Retail Price: $ 945
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Whale Tale Pendant Necklace #19569
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Whale Tale Pendant Necklace- Crafted from polished 18K gold, this elegant pendant is in the design of a whale's tale by Elsa Peretti for T...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Color by the Yard Earrings in Sterling Silver with Rubies
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Rubies .22ctw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Condition New Comes with Tiffany Pouch
Sterling Silver
Estate Vintage Elsa Peretti 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Magic Disc Bracelet - VHK
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage Elsa Peretti 18K Gold & Sterling Silver Magic Disc Bracelet - VHK#818a Item Details: Year: 1990s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver [Hallmarked, an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sinuous pierced heart pendant Sleek with a high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1990s; from the Open ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sinuous pierced heart pendant Sleek with a high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1990s; from the Open Hear...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant #21548
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant- Timeless and iconic, this elegant pendant features a sculptural open heart design, a signature of Peretti's celebrated...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co . Apple Stick Pin - VHK#506a
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co . Apple Stick Pin - VHK#506a Item Details: Year: 1980s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.8 grams Pin...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 2000's Diamond Platinum Flush Set Band Ring
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as rounded band with a matte platinum finish Flush set with a round brilliant cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.04 carat total Eye clean and bright Stamped for platinum F...
Diamond, Platinum
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sinuous pierced heart pendant Sleek with a high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1990s; from the Open ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Vintage Contour Wedding Band Ring
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a contour style band with central curve With round brilliant cut diamonds flush set to front Weighing 0.09 carat total - G/H color with VS2 clarity Completed by high poli...
Diamond, Platinum
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Vintage Contour Wedding Band Ring
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a contour style band with central curve With round brilliant cut diamonds flush set to front Weighing 0.09 carat total - eye clean and bright Completed by matte finish In...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Vintage Starfish Stud Earrings
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Fairfield, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Vintage Starfish Stud Earrings Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., these 18K yellow gold starfish earrings reflect the organic sculptural ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Diamond Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Diamond Starfish Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 4.10 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: round diamonds, carat total weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Double Open Heart Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Double Open Heart Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 11.0 grams Size: Medium Hallmark: "TIFFANY & CO. ©PERETTI 750 SPAIN" Conditio...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18k Gold Jade Open Heart Pendant Mesh Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k gold, this Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. necklace pairs the fluid texture of a mesh chain with a vibrant jade heart. The open-heart pendant has a smooth finish, while...
Jade, 18k Gold
$395
H 0.63 in W 0.48 in D 0.14 in L 16.25 in
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Pendant Cross Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver cross pendant. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Marked to a tag on the chain. Simply wonderful Tiffany design! Date: 20th Ce...
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1990s Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Circa 1990s Size 7 1/2 inches
18k Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Calla Lily Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. CIRCA: 1980s MATERIALS: 18K Gold WEIGHT: 5.3 Grams MEASUREMENTS: Chain - 17" Pendant - 7/16" x 13/16" HALLMARKS: Tiffany & Co., 18K, Peretti...
18k Gold
$2,936
H 1.11 in W 1.07 in L 16.15 in
Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Starfish pendant necklace in set 18k yellow gold. From the current Elsa Peretti collection, the pendant depicts a polished yellow ...
Tiffany & Company Elsa Peretti Yellow gold Teardrop Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Elongated Tear Drop Bracelet, 2 M.M thick bracelet with the Teardrop top portion measuring 1 inch in length, inside...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Open Heart 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold open heart pendant necklace , designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Pendant is adorned with approx. 0.54ctw G/VS diamonds. Necklace chain is 17" long, Pendan...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Key Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This timeless Tiffany & Co. necklace features Elsa Peretti’s most iconic symbols. The sculptural Open Heart paired with a graceful Key charm, both suspended from a beautifully elonga...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Round Bottle Pendant 28" Necklace Sterling Silver Elsa Peretti
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti round bottle necklace crafted in sterling silver. The bottle necklace is a Tiffany classic, designed by the famed Elsa Peretti. Attached t...
Black Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Solid 18 Karat Gold 'Beans' Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Berkeley, CA
This iconic Elsa Peretti necklace is a beautiful halo around your neck. The 'beans' are solid gold and have a nice weight to them. You can wear it alone or layer with your other favo...
Gold, 18k Gold
$2,875
W 0.87 in L 0.79 in
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Pendant Necklace Size Medium 18K Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous open heart pendant necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. exudes minimalist elegance. The timeless design combined with the warm yellow gold setting makes for a piece th...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Full Heart Pendant Necklace #18275
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Full Heart Pendant Necklace This gorgeous piece by designer Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co features a stunning heart pendant on a beautifu...
Sterling Silver
Sold
W 2.25 in L 6.26 in
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bone Cuff Bracelet, Medium Size
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Aspen, CO
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bone Cuff Bracelet, Medium An iconic design by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., this sculptural Bone cuff bracelet, for the left hand, ...
Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Jade Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Elsa Peretti Jade Pendant Necklace, the Carved Jade Pendant measures 2 inches in length and 1 inch wide, 1/4 inch wide opening that resemb...
Jade
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Open Heart Stud Earring
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Open Heart Stud Earring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1487 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart Stud Earrings Type: Earrings RRP: £1,175...
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace #24543
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace-- This sculptural cross pendant by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. is crafted from rich 18K yellow gold and ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sculptural Sterling Silver Closed Bangle
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with a fluid, organic shape characteristic of Peretti’s biomorphic design language. Substantial in weight with a high-polish finish and elegant a...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Aegean 18K Yellow Gold Toggle Link Bracelet
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A bold and iconic Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Aegean Toggle Bracelet, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold. This highly collectible designer piece exemplifies Peretti’s signature s...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bean Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain centering a sliding "bean" shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and high polish finish Completed by spring clasp closure with logo tag Stamped f...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Elsa Peretti for Halston Sterling Silver Snake Belt & Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Own a piece of fashion history with this exceptional and highly collectible Elsa Peretti snake belt/necklace. This rare, early production piece...
Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Color by the Yard Earrings in Sterling Silver with Rubies
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Rubies .22ctw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Condition New Comes with Tiffany Pouch
Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Open Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a 1.0 mm cable link chain suspending a heart-shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and high polish finish Completed by spring clasp closure with logo tag Stamped ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain suspending a heart-shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and high polish finish Completed by spring clasp closure with logo tag Stamped for 18 ka...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.63 in L 0.63 in
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Starfish Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as stylized yellow gold starfish Dimensional with sleek contours Completed by high polish finish With posts and friction backs Stamped for 18 karat gold Signed for Elsa Pere...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold "Bean" Omega Back Earrings #23664
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold "Bean" Omega Back Earrings- Classic and understated, these stunning earrings by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. are crafted in beautifully ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Diamonds-By-The-Yard Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised bezel set diamond stations - diamonds-by-the-yard style Round brilliant cut and weighing approximately 7.80 carats total Well-matched G color with VS2 clarity Completed by ...
Diamond, Platinum
Elsa Peretti Sterling Mesh necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
This is an Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Silver Mesh Scarf Necklace. It is a long, fluid necklace crafted from fine sterling silver in an intricate, woven mesh design. The piece is ...