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Elsa Peretti Jewelry

Italian, 1940-2021

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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Creator: Elsa Peretti
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co Five Row Wave Bracelet 18k Gold
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New Hope, PA
Elsa Peretti designed this fluid Wave bracelet for Tiffany & Co using 18 karat gold and a design that brings to mind ocean waves at the start of her partnership with Tiffany in 1974....
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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18k Gold

Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Pearl 18K Pearls-By-The-Yard Drop Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as cable link chain featuring three freshwater baroque pearl stations Graduating in size and ranging from 5.5 x 6.5 mm to 8.0 x 9.5 mm White in body color with subtle irides...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
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20th Century Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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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...
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20th Century Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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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...
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2010s American Modernist Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold

Elsa Peretti Emerald Color by the Yard Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Emeralds 0.14tcw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Condition New Comes with Tiffany. &Co Pouch Retail Price: $945
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Emerald, Sterling Silver

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 neckl...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Pearl, 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
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold 0.89TCW Diamond Ear Lobe Cuff Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 18.0 Grams Stone: Approx 0.89 TCW (0.01-0.015 ct) Diamonds Measurements: 34 x 26 x 9 mm Hallmarked: Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K ITEM #: BR-1218-030624-20
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Elsa Peretti Amethyst Color by the Yard Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Brand Elsa Peretti Material Sterling Silver 925 Two Round Amethysts .28 tcw Earrings Dimension: 5.5mm Condition New Comes with Tiffany & Co pouch Retail Price: $945
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Pavé Thumbprint Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as organic amorphous yellow gold forms Pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 4.50 carats total G color with VS2 clarity Completed with posts and ...
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1990s Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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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 - eye clean and bright Completed by matte finish In...
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1990s Modern Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

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.
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Early 2000s Spanish Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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18k Gold

Elsa Peretti 2000's Diamond Platinum Diamonds-By-The-Yard Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain centering a transitional cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.18 carat - eye clean and bright Bezel set diamonds-by-the-yard style Completed by spring c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Bracelet 1.40 ct
By Elsa Peretti
Located in New York, NY
Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti. -Mint condition -18k Yellow Gold -Length: 8’’ -Diamonds: 1.40ct -Yards: 7 pcs, 5.5mm -Comes with Tiffany box
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21st Century and Contemporary Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k 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...
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20th Century Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 35mm
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Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold JUMBO Bean Earrings by Elsa Peretti
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Elsa Peretti Tiffany Co Open Heart 0.43 Inch Earrings Eighteen Karat Yello Gold
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 24mm Round Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Hermes Enamel Bangle Bracelet Extra Wide 65 PM Ribbon Braided Black Finish
By Hermès
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Pre-owned Hermes enamel bangle bracelet with a maroon base and ribbon/braided design along with a black finish. The wide 1.50" bracelet is a size 65 - 7 1/2 inches (2.6"...
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Chanel Black and Gold Bangle Bracelet
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Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings
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Located in Hicksville, NY
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Hermès Striped Enamel Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Striped Enamel Bracelet is in very good condition. Gold tone edges, multicolored thin striped pattern in shades of orange, lavend...
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These vintage Elsa Peretti mesh drop earrings for Tiffany & Co. showcase the fluid, fabric-like movement that defines her signature style. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this pair is the large version from the iconic collection. The earrings feature a flexible gold mesh that drapes elegantly from a delicate hook, measuring 3 1/2 inches in length and 1 inch in width. Weighing 14.1 grams, they offer a lightweight yet impactful statement. Each earring is signed “T&Co” and stamped “750” for gold purity. Ideal for collectors and those searching online for vintage Tiffany earrings, Elsa Peretti gold mesh...
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Fish Pendant 18K Gold Diamonds Signed
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Located in Mārupe, LV
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Fish Pendant – 18K Gold with Diamond Eyes This beautiful Tiffany & Co. pendant, designed by Elsa Peretti, features a delicate fish design crafted ...
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1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Tiffany&Co. 1 Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Bracet
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Elsa Peretti Color by the Yard Earrings
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Elsa Peretti Scorpion Pendant in Sterling Silver
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Located in New York, NY
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co Scorpion Pendant Metal Sterling silver 925 Gender Women Chain length 16'' Long Condition New Comes with Tiffany& Co Pendant Box
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Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti 18mm Bean Design Pendant
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Vintage Elsa Peretti Tiffany Spain Large Sterling Silver Bean Necklace 1970s
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
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1980s Spanish Artisan Vintage Elsa Peretti Jewelry

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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Icon Charm Bracelet #21345
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Icon Charm Bracelet- This stunning sterling silver charm bracelet features five of Elsa Peretti's most iconic designs; the open heart, the...
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Elsa Peretti jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Elsa Peretti jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Elsa Peretti jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Elsa Peretti diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 13 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Margot De Taxco, Emilio Pucci, and Pekka Piekäinen. Prices for Elsa Peretti jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $425 and tops out at $12,900, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,775.
Questions About Elsa Peretti Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Elsa Peretti was a revolutionary jewelry designer and model who is known primarily for the work she did for Tiffany & Co. In an era of social upheaval, she reimagined diamonds as jewelry that working women bought for themselves rather than receiving from a suitor. 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, such as the Teardrop collection and her minimalist Diamonds by the Yard necklace, helped establish a young audience for Tiffany’s offerings. Her visionary work elevated sterling silver, which was previously considered unsuitable for fine jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Tiffany & Co. pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    What happened to Elsa Peretti was that she retired from her work as a designer in 2021 and then passed away later that year. After working as a model, the Italian-born Peretti moved to Manhattan in 1968 and became interested in jewelry design while furthering her modeling career. Through working with Halston, she became known 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. 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. Peretti signed a 20-year, $47.3 million contract with Tiffany & Co. in 2012. Find a diverse assortment of Elsa Peretti jewelry on 1stDibs.

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