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.
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...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Mystery Set Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Earring 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Invisible or Mystery set blue Princess cut Sapphire And Diamond Cocktail Stud Earring in 18 K White Gold In Heart shape . perfect pair made in 18 Karat White gold . 18 K ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Sapphire Crystal Rhinestone Earrings, circa 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
Absolutely gorgeous sparkling rhinestone earrings from the mid-century era, featuring faceted Sapphire-colored crystal rhinestones surrounded by clear crystal rhinestone pavé with silver tone hardware. DETAILS: - Screw back clip...
18K Yellow gold Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Orchid Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Orchid earrings made in 18k Gold.We graduated the combination of the color in yellow and orange sapphire .We shaded the color to make it look natural and show the powerful of the color in smoothly way looking. Yellow and Orange sapphire 23 ct...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Wavy Flower Earrings with Cabochon Sapphires and Turquoises in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.7 Grams Gemstone: 6 Sapphire and 12 Turquoise Earring Measurements: 23.5 mm diameter Condition: Preowned, Excellent
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$425
H 1.25 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 1.25 in
Vintage Gold Tone Citrine and Diamante Earrings, Circa 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Citrine and Diamante Earrings Circa 1980s. These are well-made and substantial earrings. They have a layered effect, as the diamante is surrounded by gold and citri...
Mixed Metal
Pair of 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst Earrings
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Pair of 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst Earring Gorgeous pair of earrings. Center stone is an Amethyst carved with a woman's face on it. Amethyst is surrounded by 1.20 G VVS1 ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paisley Aquamarine and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The retro ornamental design of paisley is given an elegant rendition in these earrings. Aquamarine in oval shapes outline the curved teardrop pattern, with a larger oval of the gem i...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Diamond Sapphire Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Striking vintage 1980s diamond, sapphire and ruby earrings, beautifully crafted in substantial 18K yellow gold with an elegant ovalish design. The earrings are adorned with approxim...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These stunning vintage sapphire and diamond earrings are crafted in 14K yellow gold, showcasing a unique and captivating design. Each earring features 22 vibrant marquise-cut sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Italian Lapis Bead and Gold Earrings, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Twilight stones cradled in golden rope. Bold yet elegantly restrained, these Italian earrings from the 1980s marry the richness of lapis lazuli with the warmth of 18k yellow gold. E...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Golden Orange Sapphire 18 Karat yellow Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Big and festive bold in design, these 18k yellow gold Flower clip-on earrings feature 13.20 carats of round brilliant-cut genuine orange/yellow Sapphire in varying shades of color ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow 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...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mellerio Gold and Diamond Fish Earrings
By Mellerio
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18 carat gold earrings in the shape of little fishm signed and numbered: Mellerio, France. weight: 9.98 grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold