Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
With a history spanning more than 400 years, Mellerio Paris is officially the oldest jewelry house in France. Known for their timeless and exquisite bracelets, rings, objets d'art and other goods, 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 Paris 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 Paris jewelry and objets d’art and vertu.
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
Early 2000s Spanish Modern Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Sterling Silver
20th Century Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modern Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Sterling Silver
2010s Colombian Modern Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Colombian Modern Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Crystal, Gilt Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold
1970s French Retro Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver
1960s Unknown Vintage Mellerio Paris Jewelry & Watches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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