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2 December 2020
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Mellerio dits Meller

Lapis lazuli and diamond pendant brooch


The lapis lazuli panel set with single and round brilliant-cut diamonds in textured gold and platinum, c. 1970
Platinum and 18k yellow gold
Signed Mellerio, numbered
3 ¾ x 2 ins; Gross weight 32.9 dwts
estimate: $8,000–10,000
result: $10,000
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Mellerio dits Meller

A Legendary Jeweler

Dating back to 1613, Mellerio dits Meller remains a family owned jeweler on the Rue de la Paix in Paris. The legendary firm created jewelry for Marie Antoinette and Indian Maharajas and during the 1960s they explored avant-garde designs combining gems like lapis lazuli and diamonds. In France, they are also well-known as the creators of two important national sports trophies: the 'Ballon D'Or' awarded to the country’s best soccer player of the year and the 'Coupe des Mousquetaires' awarded at French Open tennis tournament, also called the Roland Garros.

Ballon D'Or

Coupe des Mousquetaires

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