While the House of Fabergé is best known for creating the lavishly ornate and intricately devised Imperial Easter eggs given by the last czars to their families as annual holiday gifts, it was the most prestigious Russian luxury goods maker of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Serving the aristocracy and the well-to-do through stores in St. Petersburg, Moscow and as far afield as London, Fabergé crafted a wide range of brooches and other jewelry, clock cases, silver and myriad objets de vertu that included picture frames, cigarette cases, cufflinks and carved hardstone floral and animal figurines. Following the revolution, the firm was closed by the Soviet state in 1918.
Master goldsmith Gustav Fabergé, a descendant of Huguenot emigrées, founded the company in St. Petersburg in 1842. The firm did a brisk trade among the lesser nobility and the merchant class, but it flourished under the guidance of Gustav’s eldest son Peter Carl Fabergé — known also as Karl Gustavovich Fabergé — who took over in 1872.
Cosmopolitan, widely-traveled and himself a master goldsmith — he was sent on a Grand Tour in the 1860s — the younger Fabergé drew early design inspiration when he volunteered to catalogue and restore pieces in the imperial jewelry collection in the Hermitage.
Fabergé pieces based on historical jewelry from the Hermitage caught the attention of Czar Alexander III at a Moscow exhibition in 1882, and three years later he commissioned the first Imperial Easter egg as a gift for the czarina. Czar Nicholas II continued the tradition, presenting two eggs each Easter — one for his wife and one for his mother.
Relatively simple in design compared to the complex cloisonné-adorned eggs that followed, the first Fabergé egg was a white-enameled ovoid containing a gold “yolk” that held a gold hen, which in turn contained a replica of the imperial crown from which hung an egg-shaped ruby pendant.
As the appointed goldsmith to the royal court, the House of Fabergé became the darling of Russian aristocrats as well as wealthy patrons across Europe. Many and varied objets — hundreds of thousands by one count — were made to meet their demand. The firm employed some 500 craftsmen and designers when it was shuttered.
After the Russian Revolution, the Fabergé name and trademark endured a checkered passage through the 20th century.
Family members left their homeland in 1918 and set up a new business in Paris that was mainly concerned with repairing and restoring earlier-made wares. The name was adopted by an American fragrance and beauty products maker in the late 1930s, and later authorized by the family in a 1951 agreement. The trademark has been subsequently sold several times, and attached to numerous products including jewelry.
Fabergé pieces are richly redolent of a romantic past, and a source of thorough delight — for connoisseurs, true Fabergé refers to items made in the firm’s brief, golden decades from 1885 to 1917.
Collectors are advised to make a study of Fabergé works in museum collections such as the Victoria & Albert and the Royal Collection in London to gain an understanding of the quality of genuine goods made by the original firm, and then to purchase only from reputable and reliable dealers, such those at 1stDibs.
Find Fabergé eggs for sale and other objects and vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
Faberge Circular Green Enamel Silver-Gilt Gold Pill Box
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An early twentieth century Faberge circular green enamel silver-gilt and gold pill box, the translucent grass green enamel upon an engine-turned guilloche ground with radiating patte...
Yellow Gold
Fabergé Honey Bear-Egg, 18k Gold, Gold Enamel, Diamonds, Smoky Quartz, Citrines
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Honey Bear Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Clear Flux Enamel, Smoky Quartz, Citrines, Diamonds The Honey Bear Egg, created in 2002, is one of the most playful designs of the modern Fa...
Diamond, Emerald, Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, En...
$7,475Sale Price|35% Off
Fabrege Limited Edition Enamel Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Feasterville, PA
An amazing limited edition of 500 pieces Fabrege diamond pendant necklace showcasing blue enamel and white round brilliant cut diamonds set in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Oval Blue Enamel Locket Pendant 10 Diamonds total 0, 12c
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Guilloche Vitreous Enamel Oval Locket from the Parapluie Collection with 10 Diamonds 0.12 ct G IF, Limited Edition 14 of 300, wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Faberge Gold and Gem Set Paperknife by Eric Kollin
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé yellow gold and gem-set paperknife with book-blade, with a "samaradok" molten texture handle set with a ruby, sapphire and diamond, workmaster Eric Kollin, St Petersburg, m...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Faberge Lilac Enamel Gold Vanity Case
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé two-colour gold and lilac enamel vanity case by Workmaster A.Holmstrom, the rectangular case measuring approximately 11cms in width, the central...
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Fabergé Charmeuse Créoles Frédéric Zaavy Diamants Antiques Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Charmeuse Créoles Diamants Antiques Earrings 46EA69/1 Fabergé Treasures, a charismatic and diverse collection of jewellery and objects, frequently one-o...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Fabergé Indy 500 Checkered Enamel & Diamond Egg Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Fabergé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This authentic Fabergé Indy 500 egg pendant is a striking example of artistry and opulence, blending rich enamel work with fine craftsmanship. The pendant features a checkerboard ena...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Lizard-Egg, 18k Gold, Blue Guilloché Enamel, Diamonds, Emeralds, Lapis
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Lizard-Egg Object, 18k Yellow Gold, Opalescent Light Blue Guilloché Vitreous Enamel, Emeralds, Diamonds, Lapis Lazuli The Lizard Egg, created in 2002, is a celebration of th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Faberge Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Lozenge-Shaped Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Faberge ruby, sapphire and diamond lozenge-shaped brooch, with a white fluted baton-shaped motif set with a cabochon-cut sapphire and ruby at finials, w...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Lion Egg, 18k gold, Purple Enamel, 16 Diamonds 0.198ct, Jasper, Nr. 1/75
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Lion-Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Translucent Purple Guilloché Vitreous Enamel, Diamonds 0.198 ct G VS, Kalahari Jasper The Lion Egg, created in 2007, pays homage to the King of Be...
Diamond, Jasper, 18k Gold, Enamel
Fabergé White Enamel Egg Shaped Miniature Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé white enamel egg shaped miniature frame, the translucent enamel on an engine turned radiating guilloché ground, with a picture aperture surr...
Enamel
A Fabergé sapphire, diamond and gold egg pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé sapphire, diamond and gold egg pendant, the yellow gold matt finish top decorated with intersecting bands of rose-cut diamonds, the bottom h...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Fabergé Dentelle de Perles White Diamonds & Cabochon Blue Sapphire Stud Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Dentelle de Perles Chandelier EarringsDentelle de Perles Studs Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fabergé Sapphire Cufflinks 0.20ct in 18K Pink & White Gold
By Fabergé
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 22520706 ■Brand: FABERGE ■Product Name: Sapphire Gold Cufflinks ■Material: 2P Sapphire (0.20ct), K18 750 PG WG Pink Gold, White Gold ■Weight: Approximately 21.4g (Pair)...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Fabergé Délices D’Été Collection Diamond Sapphire Black Opal Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing the modernity, refinement and technical perfection of Fabergé’s original captivating works of genius. Délices D’Été Earrings feature round white diamonds and pear shape multi-coloured sapphires set in 18 carat white gold. 18kt White Gold 21.10 grams 8 Pear Multicoloured Sapphires...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Fabergé Round Cut Glass & Silver Dish
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé round cut glass & silver dish, silver laurel wreath and bow handles, fluted silver rim with a cross relief on either side, the circumference of glass with alternate star an...
Silver
Fabergé Egg Object, 18k Yellow Gold, Red Enamel with Fleur-de-Lys-Paillon
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Egg Object of Art, 18k Yellow Gold, Red Guilloché Enamel with Fleur-de-Lys Paillons This Fabergé egg, created around 1995 by the workmaster Victor Mayer, is a refined exampl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Hollming Fabergé White Enamel Diamond Silver Pill Box
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé white enamel and diamond circular pill box, the translucent white enamel with undulating guilloché ground and circular rock crystal section to top and base, each with a ros...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
Fabergé Délices D’Été White Diamonds and Pear Shape Sapphires Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Délices D’Été Earrings 74EA95/1 Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing the modernity, refinement and technical perfection of Fabergé’s original captivating works of genius. Délices D’Été Earrings feature round white diamonds and pear shape multi-coloured sapphires set in 18 carat white gold. 18kt White Gold 18.86 grams 10 Pear Multicoloured Sapphired...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Fabergé Timepieces Anastasia Diamonds Ladies 18 Karat White Gold Watch
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Anastasia Diamond Ladies' Timepieces 113WA217/1 Fabergé timepieces embody the characteristic perfectionism and panache pioneered by Peter Carl Fabergé, who ingeniously incorporated clocks, and occasionally watches, into his rich repertoire of jewelled objects and personal possessions. Today, the tradition of Fabergé timepieces continues to evolve through collections of hand-made watches, exquisitely fusing the past and the present, artistry and craftsmanship, and deploying the finest materials, techniques and components. The graceful oval of this 18 carat white gold Anastasia watch is highlighted by the bezel set and dial diamond with internally flawless diamonds, and by the diamond-set white gold crown. The satin strap is fastened with a gold butterfly buckle. The dial is 29x25,50 mm diameter, and the quarzt movement from F1601 (base ETA 976.001). 18K white gold White gold dial pave set and case with 226 diamonds 1.13cts IF Diamond crown 0.03cts gold butterfly clasp with 77 diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold
A Rectangular Fabergé Cut Glass & Silver Tray
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A rectangular Fabergé cut glass & silver tray, silver circular laurel wreath and bow handles, fluted silver rim with a cross relief on either side, cut glass tray...
Silver
Bownite and Enamel Fabergé Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A jewelled gold-mounted bowenite and enamel frame, Fabergé, Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, before 1899, the circular bowenite frame centred by translucent mauve bezel with applied ...
Diamond, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Modern Faberge 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Ring with Diamond Row
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
Modern Faberge by Victor Meyer, 18 karat yellow gold ring has two rows of blue guilloche enamel, and a center row of diamonds totaling .18 carats. Ring Size 7.25, can be sized. This ring comes complete with the original Modern Faberge certificate of authenticity and in a Modern Faberge box...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Faberge Diamond Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé diamond bow brooch, unsigned, the central brilliant-cut diamond with the bow of pierced platinum work in cross designs set with rose-cut diam...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Faberge 18K White Gold Diamond and Blue Enamel Egg Charm Bracelet FB10-12225
By Fabergé
Located in Southampton, PA
This Faberg Egg Charm bracelet offers a playful reinterpretation of one of the luxury brands most iconic symbols. Suspended from this pieces 18K Whi...
Diamond
Faberge Lilac Enamel and Yellow Gold Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Faberge gold and enamel frame, the frame comprising an oval glass photograph pane with yellow gold surround, within a rectangular frame exquisitely laid with a fine lilac enamel...
Yellow Gold
Faberge Antique Guilloche Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
Original antique Faberge 14k gold brooch, decorated with applied guilloche enamel and old mine cut diamond in the center. Brooch measures 1 10/16" x 0.5". ...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel Oval Locket with 9 Diamonds #2/150
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel Oval Locket with 9 Diamonds (0.1 ct), Limited Edition #2/150, Certificate of Authenticity Reference: F1373/BW/00/02/102 Brand: Fabergé Workmaster: Victor Mayer Limited Edition: #2/150 Material: 18k yellow gold Vitreous enamel: Translucent royal blue with four paillons and opaque white Diamonds: 9 brilliant-cut, total 0.1 ct, G/IF Certificate: Original certificate of authenticity Chain: Not included Picture frames: Place for two pictures Enhancer bale: Can be used on various chains or pearl strands This exquisite Fabergé locket...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Orange and Yellow Enamel
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Limited Edition Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow and White Gold With Orange and Yellow Translucent Guilloche Vitreous Enamel and Diamonds A refined Fabergé pend...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Faberge Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé sapphire and diamond brooch, the yellow gold scroll set with a rose-cut diamond and sapphire, collet set, estimated approximate diamond weig...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Modern Faberge Gold Diamond Cabochon Sapphire and Enamel Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
These modern 18 karat white gold earrings are set with an oval blue cabachon sapphire surrounded by round brilliant diamonds. Royal blue guilloche enamel enhance the curve of these hoop/ huggy shaped earrings. The earrings were created by Victor Mayor. Crafted in the tradition of the original Imperial eggs using Faberges iconic...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Modern Faberge 1.53 Carat, Multicolored Enamel Egg Cluster Ring
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Modern Victor Mayer Faberge Ring is composed of a cluster of 9 Multi-Colored guilloché enamel eggs and one diamond egg, set in both...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Enamel and Diamond Egg Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous piece from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Fabergé. This necklace has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and showcases Fabergé's iconic eg...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Faberge Chalcedony Enamel Gold Bell Push
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Faberge chalcedony, gold and enamel bell push, enamelled translucent blush and pearl grey with sunburst guilloche background, with circular cabo...
Chalcedony, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Yellow and Rose Gold Miniature Picture Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé yellow and rose gold miniature picture frame with pearl decoration and ribbon bow top, workmaster Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, circa 1895. This elegant miniature frame ...
Rose Gold
Modern Faberge 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Enamel and Diamond Cascading Egg Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
Feel like royalty in this elegant Faberge necklace. Created using the same techniques as the original Faberge, the enamel eggs are created with 7 laye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Modern Faberge 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamond Cuff Links with Certificate
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
These classic Faberge 18 karat rose gold cuff links have been hand polished with a satin and shiny swirl finish. Each cuff link has a round brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Faberge Gold, Enamel and Hardstone Desk Seal
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé gold, enamel and hardstone desk seal, workmaster Henrik Wigström, St Petersburg, 1904-1908 the spherical handle carved of aventurine quartz, the co...
Carnelian, Quartz, Gold, Enamel
Fabergé 18k White Gold 0.58ctw Diamond w/ Blue Enamel Work Enhancer Bail Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - E/F Color - VVS2/VS1 Clarity - 0.58ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K White Gold - Blue Enamel ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Modern Faberge Diamond Prussian Blue Enamel Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
These modern Faberge 18 karat white gold cushion shaped earrings center a bezel set round brilliant diamond. A raised square of Prussian Blue enamel surround the center diamond. Round brilliant white diamonds border the entire earring. The earrings were created by Victor Mayor. Crafted in the tradition of the original Imperial eggs using Faberges iconic...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Modern Faberge 18 Karat Gold Guilloche Enamel and .30 Carat Diamond Egg Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
These modern 18 karat yellow gold Faberge earrings by Victor Mayer feature 3 hanging eggs in peach, yellow and mint guilloche enamel. The eggs are ha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Antique Diamond Arrow Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinguished arrow-themed brooch believed to be of Fabergé origin. This piece is expertly crafted from a rich 14ct yellow gold, showcasing a sleek and elegant design....
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Guilloche Enamelled Box by Fabergé, ca 1890
By Fabergé
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A fine white guilloche enamel box by August Hollming for Fabergé, of very unusual convex shape, the outside entirely worked in white enamel guil...
Diamond, Enamel, Gold Plate, Silver
Fabergé Pearl White Enamel Gold Lorgnette
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Fabergé enamel and gold lorgnette, the lorgnette comprising two circular lens within a rose gold mount, with exquisite pearl white enamel handle with engine-turned background, with yellow and rose gold floral decoration and ring termination, bearing Fabergé marks...
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Imperial Faberge Enamel Silver-Gilt Thermometer
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An Imperial Fabergé silver-gilt and enamel thermometer, of rectangular form with semi-circular ends, the surface enamelled in translucent royal blue over banded wavy engine-turning w...
Silver
Fabergé Heritage Guilloché Enamel and Diamond Crossover Bracelet
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinctive bangle from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Fabergé. Crafted from 18ct rose gold this piece features a sleek, polished band. At its focal poin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Glass Bottle with Silver Lid
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé glass bottle with silver lid, comprising a barrel shaped cut-glass bottle, glass 'stopper' with rectangular finial, outer silver lid with dom...
Silver
Fabergé 18 Kt Gold Frame with Red Enamel
By Fabergé
Located in BARI, IT
Small 18 kt gold frame with guilloche red enamel and small gold decorations inserted on the edge. Limited edition no. 21/300. It has its original certi...
Gold, Enamel
$24,236
Fabergé Urn-Shaped gum pot
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé silver mounted sang-de-beouf gum pot in the shape of an urn, with two silver handles and rim decorated with Greek key pattern, convex silver lid with...
Sterling Silver
Fabergé Guilloche Enamel and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Fabergé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning earrings designed by Fabergé. These exquisite half hoop huggie earrings are made of luxurious 18 karat yellow gold. The front is adorned with a polished red and b...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Ruby and Diamond Set Brooch in Yellow Gold
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A late nineteenth century Fabergé ruby and diamond set brooch in yellow gold, the open marquise-shaped gold jewel set with a curved row of rubies and anot...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Sapphire and Emerald Butterly Pendant Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful brooch the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Fabergé,. This vintage piece has been crafted from 14ct yellow gold into the shape of a butterfly in fli...
Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Faberge Enamel & Diamond Earrings Circa 1899-1903
By Fabergé
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This pair of Antique Enamel and Diamond Earrings by renowned designer Faberge are simply divine. Each earring consists of two circular domes adorned with red guilloche enamel in fine...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel