Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
With a history spanning more than 400 years, Mellerio dits Meller 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 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 dits Meller jewelry and objets d’art and vertu.
Late 20th Century French Modern Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
1950s French Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Modernist Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
18k Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Art Deco Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
20th Century French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Quartz, Turquoise, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Jade, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, ...
Late 20th Century British Art Deco Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1950s British Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
1980s British Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s French Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1990s French Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Beryl, Citrine, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1950s American Modern Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
1950s American Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Mid-20th Century Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
1920s French Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1950s French Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Turquoise, 18k Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Early 2000s Unknown Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1940s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Blue Sapphire, Silver
1950s French Retro Vintage Mellerio dits Meller Jewelry
Ruby, 18k Gold
Mellerio Dits Meller jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
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- How old is Mellerio jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Founded in 1613, Mellerio dits Meller is a 400-year-old French jewelry house. Jean-Baptise Mellerio founded Mellerio dits Meller, and the brand claims to be the oldest family-owned company in Europe. You’ll find a large collection of Mellerio jewelry on 1stDibs.