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Mellerio Jewelry

French

With a history spanning more than 400 years, Mellerio is officially the oldest jewelry house in France. Known for their timeless and exquisite bracelets, rings, brooches and other pieces, 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 jewelry and objets d’art and vertu.

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Creator: Mellerio
Vintage 13-15cts Natural Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch in 18k White Gold
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
Oval step-cut sapphire, with old-cut diamonds set in 18k white gold and platinum. Accompanied by French markings on the back, and signed Mellerio. The maker’s mark (Melledio dits M...
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Late 19th Century European Art Deco Antique Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mellerio France 1960s Woven Gold Necklace
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
1960s vintage Mellerio 18k gold woven design necklace. Measuring 15" in length and 3/8" in width. Hallmarked Mellerio, Brevete, French eagle head marks. Weight - 79.3 grams.
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1960s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Mellerio 1.70 carat amethyst platinum cocktail ring
By Mellerio
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum ring by Mellerio features a vivid amethyst framed by baguette diamonds, embodying timeless French elegance and refined craftsmanship.
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1980s Modern Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum

Mellerio - L'Annel - 18-carat gold ring with Provençal engraving
By Mellerio
Located in PARIS, FR
Ring from the L'Annel Collection by Mellerio in 18-carat yellow gold (750/1000). This half-round band is engraved with the Provençal inscription: "Hors cest annel point n'ay d'amour....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Vintage Sapphire and Yellow Gold Earrings, circa 1980
By Mellerio
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 0.50 carat sapphire, 18 karat yellow gold earrings made by Mellerio dits Meller; part of our diverse sapphire jewelry collections. These fine a...
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1980s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18k Gold and Diamond Mellerio Tartelette Ring
By Mellerio
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold tartelette ring set with sixteen brilliant cut diamonds different sizes (app. 0.4 carat, H, Vs) set in a half folded, white gold navette shape, signed and num...
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1970s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Mellerio Birds Brooch in 18 Karat Gold Chrysoprases, Rubies, Diamond Circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Birds singing on a Branch brooch in 18 kt yellow gold chrysoprase, ruby, diamond circa 1950-60 Brooch from MELLERIO in 18 kt 750/000 yellow gold, depicting 3 birds on a bran...
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1950s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mellerio Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
Italian made by Mellerio, 18k gold necklace with an emerald and diamond pendant. Necklace is 17" long, pendant - 26mm x 15mm. Emerald measures approx. 9.5 x 10.7 x 4.3mm, diamonds ap...
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20th Century Italian Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Mellerio French Retro Gold Sapphire Wide Band Ring
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
The architectural, wide 18kt yellow gold band decorated across the front with a horizontal row of five circular-cut sapphires in platinum ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Pair of Mellerio Nail and Horn Cufflinks
By Mellerio
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of Turn-of-last-Century cufflinks, each cufflink comprising a nail and hunting horn motif, with chain fitting, all in yellow gold, signed Mellerio 2355M, bearing Fench ha...
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Early 1900s French Victorian Antique Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Bird Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Bird Brooch in 18 carat yellow Gold, the Eye setting a Ruby circa 1960. Small bird in profile on a branch, the body finely chiseled in imitation of the plumage, the twisted ...
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1960s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio dits Meller Multi-Color Gem Bracelet
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
A stylish link bracelet by Mellerio composed of five oval openwork links collet-set with a pear-shaped citrine, a green tourmaline, a tanzanite, a yellow beryl and a rhodolite. 18 ka...
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1990s French Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Beryl, Citrine, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Mellerio Natural Unenhanced Muzo Emerald Diamond Ring, circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in London, GB
Mellerio Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set with a central octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and minor clarity enhancement in an open ba...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Mellerio Wood and Gold Cufflinks, circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage Mellerio cufflinks, set with two sections of dark wood and two alternate sections of 18ct gold, in circular discs, signed Mellerio, with chain link connections and ...
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1960s French Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Mellerio sapphire and ruby clip earrings, French, circa 1940.
By Mellerio
Located in London, GB
Mellerio sapphire and ruby clip earrings. A matching pair, each set with seven round old cut natural unenhanced sapphires in open and closed back claw setti...
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1940s European Vintage Mellerio Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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An 18 Carat Gold Mellerio Gold Ring with Diamond and Sapphire
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Mellerio Sapphire Diamond Enamel Gold Flying Duck Brooch
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Mellerio Yellow Gold Cufflinks
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18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Cocktail Ring by Mellerio
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Mellerio Dits Meller 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.33 Carat Diamond and Enamel Ring
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Mellerio jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Mellerio 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 Mellerio jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Mellerio diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 19 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 Pierre Sterlé, Mellerio dits Meller, and Sasportas. Prices for Mellerio jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,196 and tops out at $248,500, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $12,614.
Questions About Mellerio Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Founded in 1613, Mellerio dits Meller is a 400-year-old French jewelry house. Jean-Baptise Mellerio founded Mellerio dits Meller, and the brand claims to be the oldest family-owned company in Europe. You’ll find a large collection of Mellerio jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mellerio dits Meller is a French jewelry house founded in 1613 by the Mellerio family. The brand claims to be the oldest family-owned company in Europe with over 400 years in business. Browse a collection of Mellerio jewelry pieces on 1stDibs.

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