As Italian jewelry designer Elsa Peretti (1940–2021) told the New York Times in 1978, “All my work comes out of my life; I’m gifted and see lines and shapes where no one else does.” For her Open Heart necklace, that shape was in the void of a semi-abstract sculpture by English artist Henry Moore, an open space that, to her, resembled a heart.
The undulating lines of Peretti’s heart pendant are open so that a chain can be pulled right through and it can move freely with the wearer, one of the many unexpected touches that the designer brought to her practice of meaningful adornment. Slightly asymmetrical, with hard edges that contrast its sensual curves, the heart is simple but boldly original.
Born in Florence, Peretti studied interior design before becoming a fashion model. She initially moved to New York in 1968 to continue her runway career. By the end of the decade, however, she was creating her own jewelry for designers like Giorgio di Sant’Angelo and Halston. The Open Heart necklace was introduced shortly after Peretti joined Tiffany & Co. in 1974 and was later featured on the cover of Newsweek. She brought a fresh sensibility to the historic American jewelry house, and within a few years Peretti’s work for the brand became immensely popular.
Peretti immediately recognized that 1970s women didn’t want hefty diamonds or cumbersome brooches laden with precious stones; they wanted jewelry they could wear from day to night, ready for the office or the dance floor. Although Peretti embraced minimalism and rejected frivolous detail in her designs — such as the Diamonds by the Yard strands, with their sprinkles of diamonds on gold chains — they always had deep personal meaning.
She also drew on the organic shapes of nature, including starfish and bones, reinventing their forms in designing versatile jewelry. Pieces like the Open Heart necklace helped elevate sterling silver and its sculptural possibilities into luxury jewelry status. The material additionally meant her jewelry was more affordable than most Tiffany wares, rendering the pieces some of the retailer’s most popular designs.
Peretti’s partnership with Tiffany & Co. continued for decades, with her sophisticated designs remaining timeless favorites. The Open Heart necklace is one of her most enduring creations for the luxury brand, which still produces it in numerous variations, from examples in gold and those decorated in diamonds to earrings, rings and bracelets. They are objects meant to be worn, cherished and loved. In that spirit, Peretti’s designs have helped change modern jewelry.
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 16"
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 16" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 9.90 grams Pendant: 27mm wide Chain: 16" Hallmark: "TIFFANY&Co. © Elsa Peret...
18k Gold
Tiffany Co Elsa Peretti Large Heart Diamond Pendant Gold Tone Sterling Silver
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An icon of modern jewelry design, this Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Large Open Heart pendant captures the timeless elegance and sensual simplicity that has made the Peretti collection ...
Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Diamond 22mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Diamond 22mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 8.80 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 22mm wide Diamond: 27 round brilliant diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Gold Elsa Peretti, Tiffany Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Tiffany Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold- Stamped 750 Circa 1980s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany This stunning piece of jewellery is a true stat...
18k Gold
Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. open heart diamond necklace in solid 18k yellow gold. The pendant depicts the iconic Elsa Pere...
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Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous open heart pendant necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. exudes minimalist elegance. The timeless design combined with the warm yellow gold setting makes for a piece th...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Diamond 16mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Diamond 16mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, car...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Open Heart Necklace in Platinum
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous pave diamond open heart pendant necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. absolutely exudes modern elegance. The minimalist design paired with the incredible sparkling Tiff...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Heart Necklace
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1559 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: 22mm Open Heart Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany's Open Heart Necklace and Earring Set by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This classic Tiffany's set features a pair of silver 'Open Heart' earrings and a silver 'Open Heart' necklace, signed Tiffany & Co., Peretti. The earclips measure 1/2 in., the neck...
Silver
$16,640Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Open Heart Diamond Necklace 2 Carat 17"
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elsa Peretti’s iconic open heart design for Tiffany & Co. is crafted in solid platinum and set with approximately 2 carats of natural round brilliant diamonds graded E‑G color and VV...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .36ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .36ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gold weight: 6.40 grams Pendant: 22mm wide Silk Cord: 18" long Diamond: round...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Elsa Perretti Open Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Total Weight: 14.9 grams Diamond: 3.40 ct twd Chain Length: 17 inches Heart- 23mm-L 28mm-W
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Necklace, crafted in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold, is a timeless and iconic piece of jewelry. Designed by the renowned artist Elsa Perett...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany&Co Open Heart Silver Pendant GM by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in PARIS, FR
Tiffany&CO Open Heart model pendant by Elsa Peretti in GM format in solid silver, delivered on a gray trimming cord, in its original pouch and box. Width 3.6 cm x height 3.4 cm, weig...
Silver
Estate Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart 36mm Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 36mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The pendant is on a 30 inch chain. Total weight is 14 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Open Heart 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold open heart pendant necklace , designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Pendant is adorned with approx. 0.54ctw G/VS diamonds. Necklace chain is 17" long, Pendan...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Open Bottle Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Open bottle pendant in 18K yellow gold on a 30cm yellow gold chain. Signed Tiffany & Co, Peretti. Date: circa 1970s Weight: 5.8g Size: 3 x 2.3 cm Length: 30cm Hallmarks: Signed Tif...
18k Gold
Tiffany and Co Heart Pendant 18k Tiffany Elsa Peretti Puffed Heart Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tiffany and Co. Elsa Peretti Solid Hold Puffed Heart Pendant Minor signs of wear. Details 12mm by 12mm Heart Pendant 18in Necklace length 5.4grams total
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$290
H 0.75 in W 0.5 in L 16 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co. by Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Madonna Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Iconic Madonna pendant designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., crafted in sterling silver. Sculptural, softly contoured pendant with Peretti’s signature organic form, suspend...
Sterling Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 2000's 18K Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a 1.0 mm cable link chain suspending a heart-shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and high polish finish Completed by spring clasp closure with logo tag Stamped ...
Gold, 18k Gold
$225
H 0.75 in L 16 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co. by Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Classic Elsa Peretti starfish pendant necklace in solid sterling silver. Sculptural starfish charm with a smooth, high-polish finish on its original chain. Signed Tiffany & Co. a...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond 18K Gold Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a 1.5 mm cable link chain suspending a heart-shaped pendant With a sinuous organic design and pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.55 cara...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Bean Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Born from the brilliant collaboration between the legendary Tiffany & Co. and the iconic designer Elsa Peretti, this exquisite necklace hails from the celebrated Bean® collection. Me...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold O Pendant Necklace 35mm Large
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold O Pendant Necklace, 35mm, Large "O" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gold Weight: 7.70 grams Pendant: 1.4" (35mm) diameter, Large Silk Cord: Tiffany 1...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ELSA PERETTI FOR TIFFANY & CO. 18k Open Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Narberth, PA
Born in Florence, Elsa Peretti's first introduction with her collection began at Tiffany & Co. in 1974. During that time her collection debuted to high acclaim. Her inspiration in je...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$395
H 0.63 in W 0.48 in D 0.14 in L 16.25 in
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Pendant Cross Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver cross pendant. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Marked to a tag on the chain. Simply wonderful Tiffany design! Date: 20th Ce...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Open Heart Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. .30ct Details: Lengt...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1575 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart 22mm Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £2,375 A...
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 27mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 27mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1561 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: 27mm Open Heart Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £670 Acco...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1559 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: 22mm Open Heart Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £530 Mate...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 16mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 16mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1563 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart 16mm Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £430 Mate...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1575 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart 22mm Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £2,375 A...
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18k Gold Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large size of the Elsa Peretti heart on a long chain created for Tiffany & Co. Original large 35mm design has a polished finish and is signed 'Tiffany & Co. 18k Peretti'. Suspended o...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 16mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 16mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1529 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £430 Accompa...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold 22mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1522 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart 22mm Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £2,375 A...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Rose Gold 11mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Rose Gold 11mm Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1521 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Open Heart 11mm Pendant Type: Necklace RRP: £1,050 Ma...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
W 0.62 in D 0.14 in L 0.56 in
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 925 Sterling Silver Heart Pendant & 17” Chain
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sewickley, PA
This Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart pendant necklace is a timeless symbol of elegance and modern simplicity. Expertly crafted in sterling silver (.925), the iconic open-heart ...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Diamond Necklace in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
An elegant and iconic piece from Tiffany & Co., this Open Heart necklace is crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold, set with 5 sparkling natural diamonds along the heart’s curve. Desi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
