Discover our Favorite Rare and Collectible Tiffany & Co Necklaces
Learn more about the Tiffany & Co necklaces you need in your collection.
Brief History of Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co. was founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young in New York City and remains one of the world’s most iconic luxury jewelry brands. Originally established as a stationery and fancy goods emporium under the name Tiffany, Young & Ellis, the store quickly became known for its focus on high-quality craftsmanship and unique products. Today Tiffany & Co is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship, innovation in jewelry design, and a commitment to sourcing high-quality materials, particularly diamonds. Tiffany & Co. is famous for its signature blue box, the legendary six prong Tiffany diamond setting and Breakfast at Tiffany's.
In 2021, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury conglomerate, acquired Tiffany & Co. in a deal valued at around $15.8 billion. This acquisition marked a new chapter in Tiffany’s long-standing history, with plans to further elevate its global presence. Under new leadership, Tiffany & Co has focused on modernizing the brand to attract younger consumers and elevating it's status in luxury by expanding its High Jewelry offering.
Rare & Collectible Tiffany & Co Necklaces
Whether you are a seasoned collector or new admirer of Tiffany & Co necklaces, we have highlighted four rare and collectible Tiffany & Co necklace styles. While some of these specific Tiffany & Co necklaces may be hard to source, these provide a foundation for Tiffany & Co necklaces that are rare and collectible. We chose these Tiffany & Co necklaces since they are timeless in their design, represent the most iconic motifs or reflect Tiffany & Co's heritage of quality and luxury. If you are looking to add rare and collectible Tiffany & Co necklaces to your collection, read on to learn more about four distinct styles to consider.
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Necklace
Jean Schlumberger is one of the most celebrated designers associated with Tiffany & Co. He joined the brand in 1956, bringing with him a unique artistic vision that transformed Tiffany’s jewelry collections. Schlumberger was known for his imaginative, nature-inspired designs, especially those involving flora and fauna. Schlumberger’s fantastical brand of creativity flourished in the non-conformist spirit of the 1960s and ‘70s. His designs were embraced by women wanting something slightly unorthodox while remaining well within the realm of good taste. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Mrs. Paul “Bunny” Mellon were among his many notable devotees, as well as the great New Zealand-born beauty, Baroness Fiona von Thyssen-Bornemisza, for whom he designed the spectacular Tiffany & Co Plumes necklace in 1960. The piece was recreated for Tiffany’s 1999-2000 Blue Book, page 59. At the time of purchase, the client was advised that this is the only copy made of the original 1960 design. The necklace sold at Sotheby's in 2018 for $260,000 is based on a piece made in 1960 by Jean Schlumberger for Fiona von Thyssen-Bornemisza. She wore the necklace when she sat for photographer Henry Clarke for Vogue, March 15, 1962. Bold color contrasts were another trademark of this designer who diverged from the ordinary in order to appeal to extraordinary women. Tiffany & Co Schlumberger necklaces range in price from about $10,000 to over $100,000 for his most dramatic diamond and gem stone creations.
Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings Necklace
Angela Cummings is one of the most celebrated jewelry designers who worked for Tiffany & Co. during the 1970s. Known for her innovative use of materials and bold, nature-inspired designs, Cummings made significant contributions to Tiffany’s portfolio, blending luxury with modern artistry. Her signature techniques included mosaic inlaid materials like turquoise, lapis lazuli, and coral into metal settings and her use of organic and fluid shapes. Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings necklaces are highly collectible since she only designed for Tiffany for 12 years and her bold earrings remain iconic today. Prices for Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings necklaces range from about $10,000 to $50,000+ depending on the design, stones and condition. Tiffany & Co necklaces from Angela Cummings are among the most accessible of our favorite rare and collectible style.
Tiffany & Co Louis Comfort Necklace
Louis Comfort Tiffany, son of founder Charles Lewis Tiffany, designed jewelry for Tiffany & Co for about 30 years starting in 1902. He is considered one of the most famous in-house designers and was known for his pioneering work in Art Nouveau stained glass and decorative arts. His lamp designs and glasswork are legendary, but he also made significant contributions to Tiffany’s jewelry with the use of natural motifs and vibrant gemstones. He became Tiffany & Co's first design director in 1902. Louis Comfort Tiffany's jewelry design motifs included flowers, leaves and insects and other organic elements. These nature-inspired forms were a hallmark of the Art Nouveau movement, which celebrated flowing, asymmetrical lines and patterns derived from nature. One of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s hallmark techniques in jewelry design was his innovative use of enamel. He employed a technique known as plique-à-jour, a type of enamel that allows light to shine through, creating a stained glass effect. Sotheby's sold one of the earliest necklaces designed by Louis Comfort in 2021. The Tiffany & Co Louis Comfort Medusa necklace, circa 1904 sold for $3.7 million. The Tiffany & Co Medusa was created as part of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition of 1904. In a small pamphlet printed at the time of the exposition, twenty-seven items were listed including nine brooches, ten hair ornaments, three necklaces, two pendants, one girdle, one hat pin, and one tiara. Besides the Medusa pendant, only three out of the twenty-seven works from the exposition are known to exist today. From the early period of 1902 to 1907, Louis Comfort is thought to have only created a few hundred pieces of jewelry. While we don't anticipate the Medusa necklace to come to market again, a Tiffany & Co Louis Comfort necklace is the ultimate rare collectible piece.
Tiffany & Co High Jewelry Diamond Necklace
Tiffany & Co built its reputation on high quality diamonds from pioneering diamond standards to its iconic engagement ring setting with the creation of the Tiffany setting in 1886. Tiffany & Co High Jewelry diamond necklace isn't as rare as some designer styles, but the classic designs and commitment to craftsmanship make this classic style a must have too. We love Tiffany & Co High Jewelry diamond necklaces featuring exceptional diamonds in timeless designs. Sotheby's sold a Tiffany & Co High Jewelry diamond necklace in 2021 for $1.8 million that featured an 18.44 carat brilliant cut center diamond that was D color, Internally Flawless and classified as a Type IIa diamond. The necklace also featured another 22.00 to 24.00 carats of diamonds of marquise and round shape. A Tiffany & Co High Jewelry diamond necklace is the ultimate addition to your collection. The starting price for Tiffany & Co High Jewelry diamond necklace is $100,000 but can exceed $1 million for the most spectacular designs featuring impressive and often internally flawless diamonds.
Buying and Selling Tiffany & Co Necklaces At Sotheby's
Sotheby's often has impressive Tiffany & Co. necklaces available at auction. Sotheby's also has a curated selection of Tiffany & Co necklaces available for immediate purchase. If you would like to view a Tiffany & Co necklace, a salon specialist would be happy to assist. Sotheby's is also able to source Tiffany & Co necklaces from its global supplier network. Tiffany & Co necklaces generally start at $10,000 and can exceed $1.0 million depending on the design, diamonds, gem stones and provenance.
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