Retired Tiffany Jewelry

No, you generally can't sell your Tiffany jewelry back to Tiffany & Co. However, the American luxury jewelry maker does offer an exchange program that lets you turn in your Tiffany pieces for store credit that you can use to buy new jewelry available at Tiffany & Co. stores. You can also sell Tiffany jewelry locally and through online platforms. Explore a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

The iconic Tiffany key rings were inscribed with the message “Please Return to Tiffany & Co. New York” so that if separated the owner and key would be reunited at the fifth ave store.

Yes, Tiffany lamps and Tiffany jewelry are related. Tiffany & Co. was established in Connecticut in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young. Charles had launched the company’s famed catalogue, the Blue Book, and, with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue in 1845. In 1853, Tiffany and Young shifted their focus to fine jewelry. At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. While Tiffany & Co. gained renown all over the world for its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver and other objects, its jewelry was also a highly sought-after indicator of status and taste. Upon Charles’s death in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany took over artistic direction for the brand. Earlier, in 1885, Louis had founded the Tiffany Glass Company, a glassmaking firm, that began producing the lamps commercially in 1895. It evolved into Tiffany Studios in 1902. Louis brought his decorative eye inspired by nature to the Tiffany stained-glass lamps as well as organic jewelry designs. Explore a large collection of Tiffany lamps and Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

To identify vintage Tiffany jewelry, see if you can find either a “Tiffany & Co.” or “T&Co.” stamp, as nearly all pieces produced by the luxury jewelry maker will display one or the other. Engagement rings made during the late 1960s and beyond will also usually have a serial number, which you can research. However, it is usually inscribed onto the gemstone's girdle in characters too small to be read with the naked eye. If your piece is a diamond ring, you can take it to an authorized Tiffany & Co. repair center to have the serial number read and researched to learn more about it. For all other types of jewelry, you can either conduct online research to determine if it is between 20 and 99 years old, making it vintage, or you can have a certified appraiser or experienced dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

There are a few things that make Tiffany jewelry so special. In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S.-based firm to win an award for excellence in silver at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. It built a reputation for fine silver and earned its place in jewelry history with the iconic six-prong Tiffany Setting, introduced in 1886. Since then, Tiffany has been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings, and today the legendary house is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury jewelry in the U.S., known widely for its expertly crafted necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other pieces. Another aspect of Tiffany’s legacy that makes the house so special is its partnerships with innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger, Paloma Picasso and others. Explore a wide range of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Whether Tiffany jewelry is made in the USA varies. Tiffany & Co. reports that around 60% of its jewelry comes from workshops in the United States. The remaining pieces come from factories abroad, most of which are located in the Dominican Republic. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.

How long Tiffany jewelry lasts will vary. How well you care for and store your jewelry will largely determine its longevity. By following the care instructions provided by the celebrated American jewelry maker, you can help your pieces stand the test of time. Online reviews state that Tiffany & Co. jewelry, if cared for properly, can last for decades. Shop a large collection of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Yes, Tiffany jewelry has serial numbers for its diamonds. When you buy your jewelry, you’ll receive a Tiffany Diamond Certificate that certifies the authenticity, integrity and serial numbers of the diamonds. You will also get other pertinent information that relates to your jewelry purchase. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Tiffany pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

What Tiffany & Co. jewelry is made of varies. The American luxury jewelry maker is best known for producing pieces out of .925 sterling silver, a durable, tarnish-resistant alloy that is 92.5% pure silver. However, Tiffany & Co. also manufactures jewelry out of platinum, titanium and 18-karat rose, white and yellow gold. Many pieces also feature genuine diamonds and pearls. Shop a wide range of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

To tell if Tiffany jewelry is real, first look for its markings. Authentic pieces will generally feature the brand name, metal purity marks and the country of manufacture. The stamps should be properly aligned, evenly spaced and clear. You can compare the marks on your piece to images shared by trusted online resources as part of the authentication process. In addition, examine the overall artisanship of the jewelry. Real Tiffany & Co. pieces will be free of flaws; uneven finishes, rough spots and visible glue or soldering marks usually indicate replicas. Since there are many convincing counterfeits, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

On Tiffany jewelry, 750 means that a piece is made out of a certain material. Specifically, 750 stands for 18-karat white gold, yellow gold or rose gold. The number comes from the fact that 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% alloy metals. Explore a variety of Tiffany & Co. gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The “1837” stamp on Tiffany & Co. jewelry pieces is the year Charles Lewis Tiffany founded the brand in Brooklyn, Connecticut. Tiffany & Co. continues to be a popular luxury jewelry brand, even trademarking their signature blue as “Tiffany Blue” in 1998. In 2001 they partnered with Pantone to rename and standardized the color as “1837 Blue.” Shop a collection of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Yes, Louis Comfort Tiffany designed jewelry as well as glass windows, lighting and decorative objects. He helped to transform Tiffany & Co. into the luxury jewelry brand that it is today after he took control of the company in 1902. Shop a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

No, Tiffany & Co. jewelry does not typically go on sale. Occasionally, the acclaimed jewelry house will run in-boutique or online specials to coincide with holidays like Christmas or Valentine's Day, but these sorts of sales do not run regularly. You can find Tiffany & Co. jewelry on trusted online platforms, including 1stDibs. Shop a diverse assortment of Tiffany & Co. pieces on 1stDibs.