With a history spanning more than 400 years, Mellerio dits Meller is officially the oldest jewelry house in France. Known for their timeless and exquisite bracelets, rings, objets d'art and other goods, Mellerio has counted the likes of Queen Victoria, Marie-Antoinette, Marie de' Medici and other historically important figures as clients.
Mellerio’s story began in 1613 with members of the Mellerio family — descendants of Italian immigrants — who worked as goldsmiths in Paris. During the late 18th century, Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) sold his jewelry and trinkets in town fairs and near royal residences around France. Outside of the Palace of Versailles, his finely crafted jewelry caught the eye of Marie-Antoinette, who reportedly bought a bracelet featuring seven cameos surrounded by rubies.
Marie-Antoinette’s patronage helped broaden Mellerio’s reach as a jeweler for many French nobles and aristocrats, and, in 1796, he opened a store at 20 Rue Vivienne in Paris. In 1800, the business relocated to the Rue du Coq St. Honoré near the Tuileries Palace and, in 1832, moved again to 9 Rue de la Paix.
Today, Mellerio is owned and operated by the 15th generation of the Mellerio family. From their workshop above their historic boutique at 9 Rue de la Paix, they specialize in creating jewelry in styles such as Art Nouveau and Art Deco that is set with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires and more.
Among Mellerio’s most coveted pieces are its decorative boxes and cases, gold and silver-gilt figurines and sculptures, dazzling bands and engagement rings. Their fine jewelry collection also features an impeccable array of bracelets, necklaces, earrings and a range of watches.
Throughout Mellerio’s illustrious history, the house has participated in numerous exhibitions, including the World Exhibitions in London in 1862, Paris in 1867, Vienna in 1873 and again in Paris in 1878 and 1900. Mellerio exhibited at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in 1925, which brought Art Deco to a global stage, and the New York World’s Fair in 1939.
Mellerio dits Meller continues its long-standing legacy as one of the world’s finest jewelers, attracting royalty, celebrities and discerning collectors of luxury adornments.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Mellerio dits Meller jewelry and objets d’art and vertu.
Vintage Rare Mellerio Dits Meller Rare Early Cerises 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
Charm suggests ease, and ease is sometimes mistaken for lack of intellectual rigour, which is why the twentieth century kept periodically apologizing for the very things that made Pa...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold crossover bangle bracelet. Dimensions: 2.07 in. H x 2.35 in. W x 0.58 in. D - 53 mm. H x 60 mm. W x 15 mm. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet. Dimensions: 2.07 in. H x 2.53 in. W x 0....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Snake 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 18 karat yellow gold snake bracelet mounted with natural diamonds and green,blue and red enamel, the bracelet can be adapted to any wrist size as shown in the video. Snake-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamonds Snake 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 18 karat yellow gold snake bracelet with green,blue and red enamel. Snake-shaped jewels always have a particular charm and denote grace, seduction and mystery. In many civi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1950s Mellerio dits Meller Paris Emerald Diamond Plat. Bracelet
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
This Estate bracelet by Mellerio features five stunning Emerald-cut Emeralds float within a braid of baguette and round brilliant-cut Diamonds, in a platinum setting. This unique bracelet was designed by the French jewelry house Mellerio dits Meller, founded in 1613. Emerald weight: estimated at approximately 9.00 carats total; Diamond weight: estimated at approximately 18.50 carats total. Stamped with the hallmark of a horseshoe and the letter M...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Bangle
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Stylish 1980's 18 K yellow Gold Bangle with black Enamel, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cabochon accentuated by 75 brilliant cut Diamonds weighin...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 1990's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Twist Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval shaped bangle grooved as twisted rope motif Accented by a high polish finish Opens on a hinge via press release clasp With figure eight safety Stamped for 18 kara...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati Vintage Plique-à-jour 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
An authentic Mario Buccellati bangle bracelet of unmatched classic elegance, Mario Buccellati was the pioneer to introduce the technique of texture engraving, his pieces are rich in...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Bangle Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Magnificent retro bracelet, it is composed of three patterns openworked between them, formed by a striped bangle that ends at each end by a gold dom...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet set with two round cut natural rubies weighing in total 0.40 carats. Dimensions: 2.09 in. H ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Dolphin Wrap a Round Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Easy to wear 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, at Cellini Jewelers NYC is Designed as a dolphin in a hi-polish and sandblasted finish. The eyes are s...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mellerio dits Meller French Antique Blue Sapphire Diamond and Gold Bracelet
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
A French Antique 18 karat gold bracelet with blue sapphires and diamonds by Mellerio dits Meller. The bracelet features 5 cushion-cut blue sapphires with each sapphire having an app...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold