Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
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Tiffany & Co. Style Art Deco Sterling Silver Candelabras, Pair
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco sterling silver weighted candelabras In the manner of Tiffany & Co. By Empire Silver Company (signed at the base) USA, Circa 1940s Each measures: 10.5...
Sterling Silver
Rare Market-Fresh Pair of Tiffany Chrysanthemum 9-Light Candelabra
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare market-fresh pair of Chrysanthemum sterling silver 9-light candelabra. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1892. Massive baluster shaft on 4 round knobbed supports, each ...
Sterling Silver
$31,500Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Sumptuous Tiffany Victorian Classical 5-Light Candelabra
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Victorian Classical sterling silver 5-light candelabra. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1883. Each: Central flower bud surrounded by five wraparound s-scroll arms r...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Antique Victorian Silverplate Two-Arm Candelabras, Pair
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique Victorian silver soldered two-light candelabras By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Circa Late 19th Century Each measures: 9.25"W x 3.38"D x 12.1...
Silver Plate
$9,461
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Antique Sterling Silver Candelabras Pair of Pure Silver Candle Holders Hallmarke
Located in Wembley, GB
A set of 2 candle holders, a pair of elegant and pure sterling silver 925 large antique hallmarked three light candelabra in the late 19th-century taste. These fine candelabra have s...
Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal
Pair of Charles X Gilt Bronze, Four-Light Candelabras
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of gilt-bronze candelabras each with a tapering leaf-tip cast stem supporting three foliate carved candle branches with detachable nozzles and a reeded stem raised on a triparti...
Bronze
Pair of Victorian Silver Plated Four Light Candelabra
Located in Montreal, QC
While unmarked, these seem to us to be in the style of Elkington. The prevailing motif is fruiting vine, the stem, arms and drip pans continue the theme, the three legged base is als...
Silver Plate
$3,575 / set
H 9.67 in Dm 4.5 in
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Candlesticks Mid-Century Modern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant, geometric design, standing on a stepped octagonal base. They measure 9 2/3'' in heigh...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Pair 19th Century Classical Candelabra
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A large and impressive pair of 19th Century classical gilded ormolu and white marble candelabra. Each with scrolling foliate seven branch sconces, supported by maidens dressed in flowing gowns...
Marble, Bronze
$17,392
H 31.3 in Dm 18.9 in
Large Antique Victorian Silver 7 Light Candelabra 1895 Corinthian Candlestick
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Victorian Sterling Silver 7 Light Candelabra in a classic Corinthian Column style. This magnificent Silver Candelabra is of notably large size. (Shown with a st...
Sterling Silver
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.75 in W 8 in D 3.5 in
High Style Art Deco Three-Armed Candelabra, Silvered Brass, Possibly Sweden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and striking, this high style Art Deco candelabra features three candle bases, one at the top that surmounts a post with incised geometric decorations, and two lower bases sitti...
Brass
$700Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.5 in W 8.5 in D 3.5 in
Stepped Art Deco Candelabra with Sterling Silver Overlay by Lenox
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This exquisite sugar bowl, crafted circa 1930, showcases the timeless elegance of Art Deco design with a distinctive stepped silhouette. Manufactured by Lenox, renowned for its fine ...
Ceramic
$3,850 / set
H 9 in W 7 in D 3 in
Wonderful Pair of Tiffany Studios Dore Bronze Art Nouveau Two Arm Candelabras
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of Tiffany Studios Poppy flower bud centers candelabrum, in the Art Nouveau Design finished in doré bronze gold finish Stamped: Ti...
Bronze
$3,250 / set
H 9.38 in W 4.5 in D 3.63 in
Pair of Tiffany Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Edwardian sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1910. Bellied socket with plain and detachable bobeche; tapering shaft and raised oval foot. Ree...
Sterling Silver
$4,200 / set
H 9.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.63 in
Pair of Tiffany Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Edwardian Classical sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca. 1910. Each: Ovoid with tapering shaft, stepped foot, and bellied socket. Faceted. Cha...
Sterling Silver
$595 / set
H 9.5 in W 11.5 in D 4.5 in
Antique E.G. Webster Victorian Silver Plated Scrolling 3 Arm Candelabra - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique E.G. Webster Victorian Silver Plated Scrolling 3 Arm Floral Repousse Candelabras - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 9.5" H x 11.5" W x 4.5" D.
Silver Plate
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H 17.5 in W 17 in D 6 in
Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Victorian Silverplate Three-Light Candelabra
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian silver plate three-light candelabra In the manner of Tiffany & Co. USA, Circa Early 20th Century Measures: 17"W x 6"D x 17.5"H. Good original vintag...
Silver Plate
Pair of Classical Tiffany & Co. Crystal Candlestick Holders
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of crystal candlestick holders by the renowned Tiffany & Co. showcases the timeless sophistication and enduring craftsmanship for which the brand is celebrated. Fea...
Crystal
Tiffany & Co. by E. Peretti Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Mid-Century Modern
By Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candle snuffer, designed by the celebrated Elsa Peretti, in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant, geometric design. It measures 17'' in length by 2...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Antique Silver Five-Arm Candelabra, Pair
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique silver plate five-light candelabra By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Circa Late 19th Century Each measures: 14"W x 14"D x 15.5"H. Good origina...
Silver Plate
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H 13.6 in W 12.5 in D 5.3 in
Tiffany & Co. 1902 New York Art Nouveau Pair of Convertible Candelabras Sterling
By Tiffany & Co., Charles L. Tiffany
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of three-arms candelabras designed by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful antique pair of candleholders created with Art Nouveau patterns at the Tiffany Studios in New York city, circa 1903. They was crafted under the directory presidency of Charles T. Cook (1902-1907) during the Edwardian era (1901-1911) in solid sterling silver .925/.999 with a fluted repousse trumpet plain patterns. They are convertible and can be dismounted to be used as a single or with three candles. This extremely rare pieces are from a very small edition of only 20 pieces and was carefully crafted with beautiful and elegant Art Nouveau patterns in solid sterling silver .925/.999 with very high polished finish. As with all Tiffany pieces, the quality and design are beyond compare. Exceptional and rare example of Tiffany's finest work. Weight: Combined of 1796.3 grams or 57.72 troy ounces Measurements: 12.5 by13.6 by 5.3 inches (31.75 x 34.55 x 13.46 Cm). Hallmarks: Both are stamped at the bottom part, with the, maker's mark, the director's mark "C" Charles T. Cook, the model 4619 and pattern number and signed in full, "TIFFANY & CO. 13434 MAKERS 4619 STERLING SILVER .925/1000 C". In addition, they are hand engraved with the maker's initials D.K and the inventory set number 02/20. Note: This model 13434 was designed by Charles L. Tiffany and was first produced in the 1897. This is the number 2 of the edition of 20 pieces produced. Note: Tiffany silver holloware...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Tiffany & Co. 1877 Silver 2-Light Candelabras
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Tiffany & Co. silver soldered candelabras in pattern 4663 from 1877 standing on 4 claw-shaped feet, with floral decorations, beaded rims, and other decorative motifs. Each me...
Silver, Silver Plate
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H 21.19 in W 0.4 in D 18.71 in
Pair Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Candelabra Candlesticks English Hallmark 1956
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Tiffany & Co. sterling Silver three-light Candelabra that convert into two-light Candelabra and into single Candlesticks. These Candelabra are inspired by the o...
Sterling Silver
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H 16.38 in W 16.13 in D 16.13 in
Pair of Tiffany Turn-of-the-Century Sterling Silver 5-Light Candelabra
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of turn-of-the-century sterling silver 5-light candelabra. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Urn socket on baluster shaft on wide and round raised base supported by 4 ...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Tiffany Silver Plated Five-Light Candelabra, circa 1910
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous pair of American Tiffany candelabra with an Art Nouveau desigh with the four organic feet to each square base and the elegantly shaped central light. Both the removable...
Silver Plate
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany Sterling Silver Candelabra Pair 5-Light Hollowware
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Impressively gorgeous pair of Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candelabras with 5 lights. They are decorated with applied chrysanthemums and leaves. The pieces are mark...
Sterling Silver
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H 15.5 in W 13.25 in D 4 in
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Geo. III Style Three-Light Candelabra
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Pair of extraordinary quality Old American Tiffany & Co. Heavy cast sterling Silver Geo. III style three-light candelabra with engraved "crest" or "armorial" ...
Sterling Silver