Bold, vibrant and full of life, the remarkably ebullient gold jewelry of French brand Jean Mahie has dazzled collectors from the moment it first appeared. Featuring motifs derived from classical mythology and ancient architecture, Jean Mahie earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories are characterized by sinuous lines and simple, primordial shapes.
Painter and sculptor Jacline Mazard was at loose ends with her art career when her father-in-law, sculptor and goldsmith Jean-Marie Mazard, recognized her potential and invited her to join him in his workshop in the South of France. Self-taught, Jean-Marie Mazard shared his love of working with gold with his daughter-in-law, and the pair began collaborating in 1969 under the name Jean Mahie.
A shrewd businessman, Jean-Marie Mazard focused on efforts to market the pair’s striking creations, and with the support of a public relations executive, early publicity promptly resulted in acclaim and wide recognition. Their work eventually fit snugly alongside the candy-colored gems and bohemian fashions of the late 1960s and 1970s, an era of free expression and fascination with cultures around the world that yielded vibrant jewelry with global influences.
Working with 22-karat yellow gold, Jean Mahie’s founders produced bold designs that drew on architecture and artifacts of Mediterranean history, inspired by Jacline’s childhood, which took shape not far from the ruins of ancient Carthage in Tunisia. Their textured, sculptural link necklaces, cuff bracelets, dangle earrings and other pieces garnered praise from the likes of Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, both of which engaged in partnerships with Jean Mahie. Neiman Marcus later became the sole retailer of the brand’s jewelry.
Jean-Marie Mazard passed away in 1994. Jacline Mazard now designs alongside her son and daughter in their studio in New York City.
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1970s Jean Mahie Gold Pisces Pendant Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in New York, NY
A 22 karat yellow gold necklace, Jean Mahie. Retailed by Cartier. Circa 1970. Designed as a length of Cadene 15 chain suspending a medallion depicting horological sign Pisces. Le...
$45,500 / set
22k Gold Jean Mahie Figural Pendant Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Jean Mahie Materials: 22 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 208.2 grams (pendant - 120.5 grams) Measurement: Pendant - 2.5/8" x 3" Chain - 22" x 1/4" (each link - 9/16" x 5/16") Hallmarks: Jean Mahie 903 A rare 22k gold figural pendant...
22k Gold
Jean Mahie 22k Gold Sculptural Abstract Pendant
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Jean Mahie Materials: 22k Yellow Gold Weight: 13.9 Grams Measurement: Diameter - 1 1/8" Hallmarks: Maker’s Mark, 22K This exquisite Jean Mahie pendant is crafted in rich...
22k Gold
Jean Mahie Vintage 22k Gold Heavy Chain Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Jean Mahie’s vintage 22k gold heavy chain necklace with oval textured links. Each link is uniquely hammered, making it both eye-catching and luxurious. The irregular, organic shape...
22k Gold
Jean Mahie Charming Monsters Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Mahie Charming Monsters Necklace in 22K Yellow Gold. One of one Jean Mahie creation. 16" Length 226 grams
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
J. Mahie Sculptural Cross
By Jean Mahie
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vintage 22k Yellow Sculptural Figure Cross signed by Jean Mahie, Circa 1970's
22k Gold
Jean Mahie 22k Gold Sculptural Abstract Pendant, 22k Chain (unbranded) Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Jean Mahie Materials: 22k Yellow Gold Weight: Pendant - 13.9 Grams Chain - 8.2 Grams Measurement: Diameter - 1 1/8 Chain - 18" Hallmarks: Maker’s Mark, 22K This exquisi...
22k Gold
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace Round 0.30 ct G VVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Pendant Necklace Style: Prong Set Metal: Platinum Measurements: 19' Inches Main Diamond: Round Brilliant Diamond 0.30 cts Color & Clarity: G, VVS1 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Small Diamond Cross Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.2 Grams Chain Length: 16" Pendant Drops: 17 mm Stamped: "K18" "750" "D0.30" Diamond Count: 6 brilliant c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Cross Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors:- White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natural genuine round cut diamond. Each d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL Certified 2.15 Carat Natural Pink Brown Diamond Slice Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural pink brown color diamond slice pendant necklace. 1 pear slice pink/brown diamond slice with a halo of round white diamonds, accented with one round diamond on the bail. The ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Cultured Pearl White Gold Enhancer Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
South Sea cultured pearl pendant with a swirl diamond top on an 18k white gold snake 18 inch chain. The pendant top hinges open to go over pearls as well. 1 Baroque South Sea pearl...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
22k Gold Hand Woven Chain by Tagili Designs
Located in New York, NY
Using the ancient art of gold smithing, this intricately woven chain is handmade using pure 22k gold. Each jump ring is hand shaped and fused, then woven together and completed with a unique handmade S hook...
Gold, 22k Gold
Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Victorian Crown Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 18k yellow gold vivid cobalt blue enamel, tripple crown center pendant with natural pearl halo and crown center. Handmade in 14k yellow go...
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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22K Gold Dubai Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Classy unisex Dubai Cuban Link Chain Necklace in 916 Stamped 22Karat Yellow Gold – Perfect Gift for Any Occasion !! Model Number N-524 Precious Jewellery Color Yellow Type Chain Ide...
22k Gold
Vintage Heavy 24K Yellow Gold Engraved Chain Link Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage yellow gold lovers dream! At nearly 5 ounces of pure gold, this stunning statement showcases a timeless design matched with an incredibly detailed artisanal craftsmanship. ...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
LANVIN Sleek Green Resin Pendant Necklace c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek green resin pendant necklace c 1970s The iconic Lanvin necklace is adorned with a large green color lucite pendant suspended from a sinuous gilt metal snake chain ...
Gilt Metal
Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
Cross pendant created at the beginning of the XX century. A goldsmithing masterpiece, it owes its beauty to the artistic skills of its creator. A particular sensitivity has been tran...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Ancient Byzantine Coin 22k Gold Reversible Spinner Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Both sides of this ancient Byzantine coin (Kōnstantinos X, Follis, Constantinopolis mint, AD 1059-1067) can be showcased in this 22k yellow gold spinner/reversible pendant. Coin pendant is on a solid 22k yellow gold 18 inch rolo chain necklace. Rare and unique ancient coin displayed...
22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold
Jean Mahie Exceptional One-of-a-Kind Organo Chic Pendant
By Jean Mahie
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 22k, by Jean Mahie. This breathtaking pendant by the renowned French goldsmiths Jean Mahie has a Modernist primitive vibe that is sophisticated and fun. All their piece...
22k Gold
Estate Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" Bead Necklace Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Dallas, TX
An important Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" bead necklace in 22k yellow gold. The necklace features 11 glass beads that date back to ancient times. This necklace is featured in the boo...
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie 22k Gold Link Chain
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jean Mahie Necklace. 18 inch Length 70 g Gold 22k Yellow Gold Vintage Mahie Rondo Link Necklace. Clasp signed JM and 22k Jean Mahie is a distinguished French jewelry house founded...
22k Gold
Jean Mahie 22k Gold Cross Pendant
By Jean Mahie
Located in San Antonio, TX
Sculptural Cross/Pendant signed JM 22k. Circa 1970's
22k Gold
Jean Mahie Long Rock Crystal Bead Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jean Mahie Vintage Helenian ancient rock crystal beads Necklace with ancient Carved Birds Head Pendant with 22k Gold wire. 32 inches long strong o...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold
Jean Mahie Square Pendant Cadene Chain 22K Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Mahie Square Pendant on Cadene Chain 22K Gold. The pendant features a round yellow sapphire on a 8mm cadene chain that is 16" in length. The pendant and necklace have a total we...
Yellow Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie Jade and 22K Gold Bead Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Mahie Jade and 22K Gold Bead Necklace. The necklace features natural jadeite jade beads separated by 22k gold rings and large gold spheres. The jade...
Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.26 in D 0.16 in L 2.78 in
Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Rare Sculptural Figurative Pendant Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
Figurative Jules pendant designed by Jean Mahie. A beautiful and rare piece of art, created in Paris France by the artist and goldsmith Jean Mahie, back in the late 1970. This vinta...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie "Charming Monsters" Pendant/Longchain
By Jean Mahie
Located in San Antonio, TX
Jean Mahie "Charming Monsters" Pendant/Longchain, 22k Yellow Gold.
22k Gold
Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Sculptural Collar Necklace In Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
A collar necklace designed by Jean Mahie. A very impressive piece, created in Paris France by the artist and goldsmith Jean Mahie, back in the 1970. This amazing sculptural collar n...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.91 in D 0.83 in L 256 in
Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Rare Vintage Sculptural Maternity Pendant in 22kt Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
Maternity pendant designed by Jean Mahie. Bold and extremely rare piece of wearable abstract art, created in Paris France by the artist and goldsmith Jean Mahie, back in the 1970's....
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Rare Sculptural Cross Pendant in Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural crucifix designed by Jean Mahie. A beautiful piece of wearable art, created in Paris France by the artist, sculptor and goldsmith Jean Mahie, back in the late 1970's. This rare vintage sculptural cross pendant was carefully crafted in solid rich yellow gold of 22 karats with all the surfaces finished with textured, chiseled and hammered patterns. It is a very interesting piece created from two elements of abstract forms, which are attached together with four ribbets. This solid gold pendant is an impressive and lends a big, bold, gold look on your chain. Weight: Has a total weight of 57.95 grams (37.15 Dwt). Measurements: 64 mm by 90 mm (2.52 x 3.60 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, the eagle's head for the assay and warranty of the 22kt gold, the maker's maitre mark JM associated to Jean Mahie in a lozange cartouche, the serial numbers and Signed in full on the bottom, "JEAN MAHIE 22KT JM 5649NM". Jean Mahie, is the result of a wonderfully symbiotic and fruitful partnership between Jacline Mazard and her father-in-law Jean-Marie Mazard. They first began combining their artistic talents in 1969, working from a studio in Mouans-Sartoux in the South of France, and launched their jewellery line the following year. Neither was formally trained and both preferred to work with 22ct gold in order to realise their unique style that embodied ancient form, motifs and techniques. Everything they made was entirely hand crafted with Jacline often drawing inspiration from her memories of growing up near the ancient ruins of Carthage in Tunisia. Their bold, imaginative, exotic pieces in richly hued yellow gold fitted perfectly with the bohemian fashions...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold