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 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 ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Ruby And Yellow Sapphire Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Ruby And Yellow Sapphire Wide Band Ring by Chanel. With 1 Yellow Sapphire totaling .10ct 6 rubies 3mm each 1 small ruby on the side Details: Ring Size: 5 Width: 10mm Weight: 16.5 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Chanel 750...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Nigeria Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and sapphire 'Nigeria' ring, Cartier, France. The band ring set with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.60 carats, with buff-top sapphire accents, Ring size is 6.5 to 6....
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
4.70 Carat Deep Green Emerald Wide Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
FERRUCCI Wide green emerald pave' ring, with a slightly dome feeling, a wrap of deep green, top quality emeralds for an approximate total carat weight of 4.70 carats, hand made in Ne...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Gold Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A modern and stylish wide eternity band featuring 12.90 carats of amethyst of light and dark colors. All the stones are oval shapes but half of them...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Retro Wide Band Ring with Eighteen Round Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This sophisticated 14K yellow gold wide band ring showcases an elegant curved design, featuring diagonal rows of three flush-set diamonds that add a sub...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
4.60 Carat Red Ruby wide band 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Wide red Ruby pave' ring, with a slightly dome feeling, a wrap of deep, bright red, for an approximate total carat weight of 4.60 carats, hand made in New York City with the best Italian craftsmanship, conceived in 18k yellow gold. Classic, sophisticated, gorgeous look, everlasting in time style...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Sapphire & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Band Style Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Beautifully balanced and effortlessly elegant, this vintage 14K yellow gold band showcases a row of vivd marquise-cut sapphires accented by sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds. I...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Domed Bar Set Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-Stone(s):- (13) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Oval Cut - Channel/ Bar Set - Deep Blue Color - 3.75ctw (approx. ) (18) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - pave/ Channel Set...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500 / item
Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with .23 carats blue sapphire & .27 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring features 4.10 carats of Round Blue Sapphire and 1.47 carats of Round Brilliant cut Diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Wide Band with Cabochon Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
14Kt Wide Band with Cabochon Ruby , Sapphire =, and Emerald Ring - Oist Retro - Ca 1950. Very high style. Certainly a ring that will be noticed and make a statement. Size 5 1/2 but...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Citrine Diamond Gold Wide band ring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow Gold Wide band ring with bezel set faceted Citrine and two rows of single set Diamond Accents all the way around. The ring can be made ...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Cocktail Ring by Mellerio
By Mellerio
Located in Zurich, CH
Stylish 18 karat yellow gold and enamel cocktail ring by Mellerio. Dome ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring head is covered wi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel