During the 1970s and early 1980s, M. Gérard was renowned all over the world for its elegant collections of jewelry. Boasting a wealth of jet-set clientele from across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the firm once enjoyed great success as the largest and most prominent French exporter of luxury adornment.
M. Gérard was founded in 1968 by Louis Gérard, who was born in Paris in 1923 and came from a long line of jewelers and goldsmiths. He began his career in jewelry design while working in Paris for the prestigious jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels. Driven by a desire to create his line of “the most beautiful jewels in the world,” Gérard left Van Cleef & Arpels after nearly 20 years and opened his first boutique at 8 Avenue Montaigne in Paris.
Under the name M. Gérard, the house's founder designed exquisite suites of jewelry, including dangle earrings and clip-on earrings set with precious gems such as diamonds, rubies and emeralds; 18-karat gold interlocking link bracelets studded with sapphires and other jewels; dazzling link necklaces and other accessories.
In 1975, when minimalist jewelry was the order of the day — and a pioneering designer named Elsa Peretti was creating simple but sophisticated pieces for Tiffany & Co. — M. Gérard’s offerings were timely and modern. The firm introduced a line that targeted men, and its creative pieces occasionally saw an integration of slate or steel.
Much of M. Gérard’s designs were produced in the workshop of French jeweler Andre Vassort, whom Gérard met when he was working at Van Cleef & Arpels. Vassort — one of the 20th century’s most important manufacturers of French jewelry whose clients included the likes of Boucheron and Mauboussin — produced M. Gérard’s accessories for many years.
M. Gérard boutiques opened across Europe, including locations in London, Gstaad, Monte Carlo and Lausanne. The brand was also known to throw lavish parties for wealthy clients and host extravagant fashion shows in high-end locales like Cannes and Monte Carlo.
However, by 1985, M. Gérard’s fortunes began to fade. Due to massive over-expenditure, the firm struggled financially and Gérard was forced to sell to a group of American investors. Despite being repurchased and relaunched as Louis Gérard, Joaillier International, with a new boutique at 16 Avenue Montaigne, the company closed its doors in 1991.
Today, the name M. Gérard is still revered among collectors of 20th-century French fine jewelry.
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M. Gérard diamond three stone ring, French, circa 1970.
By M. Gérard
Located in London, GB
M. Gérard diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with a rectangular step-cut diamond, G colour, VS2 clarity with a weight of 1.87 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by two...
Diamond, Gold
M. Gérard diamond earrings, French, circa 1970.
By M. Gérard
Located in London, GB
M. Gérard diamond earrings. A matching pair, each set with four rond brilliant cut diamonds in open back claw settings, eight in total with a combined approximate weight of 3.00 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
M. Gerard Yellow Gold Diamond Two Strand Necklace
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold double strand necklace by M. Gerard, featuring a total of approx. 2.50ctw SI/H. Necklace is 17" long (shorter strand). Width of each strand is 7mm. Marked M. Gera...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Gerard 30.00 Carat Diamond Bracelet
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 30.00 carats. Signed by M. Gerard CIrca 1960s Size 7 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
M. Gérard 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace/Brooch, 56ct, France
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
A versatile pendant necklace/brooch, created by M. Gérard in France in 1970s. The necklace is set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the side motif may be detached and worn as a brooch, an...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,067
Seventies Pocketmirror
By M. Gérard
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A silver gilt pocket mirror with circle motifs of blue and turquoise enamel. In its original velvet case. Signed: M. Gérard. France, circa 1970. A...
Silver
M. Gérard 14ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring, France
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
After many years with Van Cleef & Arpels, Louis Gérard founded M. Gerard in 1968, opening his first boutique on Avenue Montaigne in Paris. Motivated by a passion to create the wo...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,910Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.6 in L 1.11 in
18K Yellow Gold 23.35 ct Natural Octagon Amethyst Pendant Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut gemstone that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love and promises. It's an attractive jewelry piece that goes with every basic outfit and wedding too. PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Amethyst > Stone Weight - 23.35 ct > Stone pieces - 1 > Stone Size - 19 x 14 mm > Stone Shape - Octagon > Gross Weight - 7.83 Grams > Setting - Prong setting We can customize the Gold Gemstone Pendants according to your specification. Go to our Storefront Page...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Two Layer Heart Necklace 10kt Yellow Gold Paperclip Chain New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This two layer heart necklace is crafted in 10kt yellow gold and features a stylish layered design with a heart motif. The combination of delicate chains and contemporary paperclip l...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meghna Jewels 6.33ct Diamond Butterfly Tiara in 18k Gold & Silver
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18 karat gold & sterling silver, this beautiful headband is hand set with 6.33 carats of shimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Solid Silver Turtle Figurine Vintage 1970s Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Solid silver turtle very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 14 mm / 0.511 inches - Length 29 mm / 1.141inches - Weight 10 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Italian Mark 8...
Silver
Diamond Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace covered with diamonds. 18-karat yellow gold diamond necklace Articulated 18-carat yellow gold necklace Tank mesh paved with diamonds. The links are entirely paved with diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
George Shiebler Bat Moon Brooch Pin Homeric Pendant Sterling Silver
By George Shiebler
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary Brooch by George W. Shiebler and Company in the form of a moon with a bat flying across the moon with one of Shiebler's iconic Homeric pendants hanging from ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.83 carat diamond and pearl, 9 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique diamond and pearl brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting. The scroll design is ornamented with a central six claw /prong set Old European cut diamond flanked above and below by individually set pearls, held in 9k yellow gold, six claw / prong settings. The scroll designs are further embellished with eighteen Old European cut diamonds, graduating in size. The terminals at either end of the brooch are accented with a 9k yellow gold six claw / prong set pearl...
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$5,750
W 0.54 in L 0.96 in
1.15ct Diamond Hamsa Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold - Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined symbol of protection, this 18K white gold Hamsa pendant necklace is illuminated with 1.15 carats total weight of round brilliant diamonds, set to maximize sparkle and crisp...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 0.79 in
1.56 Ct Round Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Simple Pendant in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a round cut sapphire studded with halo of diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage pave set oval and bar link 14k white gold bracelet with 200 full cut diamonds safely set. The 7.5” bracelet has a fold over catch and safety chain. The link design exudes mod...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This delicate three stone ring dates back to 1910. It features a centre old cut diamond weighing 0.25 carat, and adjacent either side are two diamonds weighing 0.15 carat each. The d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
House of Schiaparelli Lava Ice Stone Demi Parure
By Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli's costume jewelery of the 1950's continued the leit motifs from her pre-war and post-war couture collections. Nature,art, ethnic cultures and influences such as surreal...
Silver Plate
Cartier Diamond Necklace in Two Tone 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional Cartier diamond necklace in 18 karat yellow and white gold. The necklace is composed of alternating high-polish yellow and white gold diamond-patterned links. The wider c...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Axis 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co. Axis pendant in 18K white gold with diamonds on an 18K white gold chain. Featuring thirty round diamonds totaling 0.30 carats; E-F color and VVS cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Platinum French Stamped, Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1930s A striking example of true Art Deco elegance, this authentic 1930s platinum ring showcases a beautifully ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
M. Gerard Gold Cabochon Cut Blue Sapphire And Round Cut Openwork Collar Necklace
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the allure of the estate diamond and sapphire necklace by M. Gerard, a masterpiece that marries classic elegance with natural splendor. This exquisite necklace boasts nine sapphire cabochons, each a unique testament to nature's artistry, their dimensions ranging from approximately 15.5 x 8...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Garrard 18K Yellow Gold 80 Carat Round Diamond Collar Drop Necklace
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional elegance by M. Gerard presents itself in this stunning estate diamond necklace. This collar drop necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold, mounted with 80 carats of round cut diamonds. Of stylised openwork design, the necklace set throughout with E-F color VVS-VS clarity brilliant-cut diamonds. French hallmarks and signature. Inside circumference: 17 inches. Drop: 3 inches. Louis Gérard, formerly of Van Cleef & Arpels, founded the firm of M. Gérard in 1968 at 8 Avenue Montaigne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gérard Gold, Cabochon Colored Stone and Diamond Floret Cluster Dome Ring
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
M. Gérard Gold, Cabochon Colored Stone and Diamond Floret Cluster Dome Ring Made in France, circa 1970. 18 kt., 8 round cabochon sapphires, rubies and emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
1970s M. Gerard Paris Diamond Ruby Cabochon Gold Set Necklace Earrings Bracelet
By M. Gérard
Located in Geneva, CH
M. Gerard realized magnificent sets in the 60's and 70's from the Van Cleef and Arpels' same jeweler workshop Andre Vassort. He always used the best quality of Diamond. This set is in yellow gold 18k 750, with cabochon Rubies and composed by a necklace, a bracelet and a pair of earrings. Circa 1970. Signed M. Gerard, French assay marks and maker's marks. Original M. Gerard Paris...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
M. Gerard Significant Ebony Wood Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By M. Gérard
Located in Geneva, CH
M. Gerard Yellow gold and ebony wood cufflinks. Circa 1970. Signed, numbered. French marks. Pouch stamped M. Gerard. Largest part: 2x3 cm (0.8x1.2 inches). Total weight: 19.8...
Yellow Gold
M. Gerard Paris Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 1970's
By M. Gérard
Located in Geneva, CH
Designed as an articulated band set with circular-cut sapphires and diamonds, signed M. Gerard, numbered, French assay and maker's marks. Measures: Length: 18 cm (7.1 inches) Wi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
French Long Yellow Gold, Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Neck Chain
By M. Gérard
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A truly fantastic piece: feminine, interesting and unusual... 30 inches of alternating diamond-studded figure eights, cabochon rubies and golden connecting links. Created in 18k yel...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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M. Gerard
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold & diamond bracelet