Tiffany & Co 1977 by Elsa Peretti Flying Saucer Bracelet Pendant In 925 Sterling

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Seller: Top-Rated Seller treasurefinejewelry ✉️ (2,148) 99.8%, Location: Miami, Florida, US, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item: 256402760965 Tiffany & Co 1977 by Elsa Peretti Flying Saucer Bracelet Pendant In 925 Sterling.

Rare pendant-bracelet designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co.

Very rare bangle bracelet, created in New York city by Elsa Peretti for the tiffany studios, back in the 1977. This early model is called  The Flying Saucer. and just a few were produced. It was crafted with an oval shaped free form  in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. This bangle bracelet is a serious collector's piece and was one of the early models designed by Peretti. At least only 250 pieces has been produced with different shapes making each piece made, unique. The bangle features a design with slightly irregularly shaped edges, which is what makes it interesting. It has a "one of kind" studio feel, which is rarely seen in the Tiffany mass produced jewelry. 

Weight : 49.9 grams, (31.92 Dwt.).

Size : Fit a wrist up to 7.5 inches (19 Cm).

Measurements : 95.3 mm by 82.5 mm by 4 mm (3.75 by 3.25 by 0.16 inches).

Hallmarks : Stamped with the maker's mark, the inventory serial numbers, the mark for the assay of the silver and signed in full, "TIFANY & CO. PERETTI STERLING .925 XC E 228".

Elsa Peretti

She was an important and iconic American designer that joined Tiffany & Co in the 1974 and change the role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. mostly using unusual gemstones and materials. all her creations are as modern today as ever. She elevated sterling silver, previously considered unsuitable for fine jewelry, and created an enthusiastic young audience for Tiffany’s offerings. In 1977, Peretti’s designs earned the jewelry house more than $6 million. (In some years, her work has accounted for 10 percent of the company’s sales. In 2012, Peretti signed a 20-year, $47.3 million contract with Tiffany & Co., but she passed away in 2021, at age 80. Today, her designs are in the permanent collections of several museums.

Collections : Metropolitan Museum Of Art, (MET) NYC. Metropolitan Museum Of Modern Art, (MOMA) NYC. The British Museum Of Art, London. The Victoria And Albert Museum, London, UK.

Note : This piece can be also used either as a bracelet or a pendant in a cord or a chain.

Literature: Tiffany Annual Blue Book Catalog, for years 1977-1978 for this model illustrated.

Collateral: This bracelet is accompanied by the designer's presentation jewelry pouch.

ConditionThe overall condition of this rare bracelet is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: B012624RSNJ/1.476

  • Condition: Pre-owned
  • Condition: VERY RARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
  • Antique: No
  • Shape: FREE FORM OVAL
  • Closure: Slide
  • Occasion: ANY
  • Year Manufactured: 1970-1979
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Item Length: 7.5 in
  • Jewelry Department: Fine
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Department: Women
  • Unit Type: Unit
  • Style: Bangle
  • Base Metal: Silver
  • Unit Quantity: 1
  • INVENTORY REF:: B012624RSNJ/1.476
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Seller Warranty: Yes
  • Signed: Yes
  • Color: Silver
  • Sizable: No
  • Material: SOLID POLISHED STERLING SILVER
  • Brand: Tiffany & Co.
  • Type: Bracelet
  • Metal Purity: 925
  • Customized: No
  • Era: MODERNIST
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Theme: FLYING SAUCER
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Country of Origin: United States

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