TIFFANY & CO. 1974 Prototype By Elsa Peretti Rare Left Bone Cuff Solid .925 Sterling

Left bone cuff designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co.

The design of this sculptural bone cuff is one of the most iconics from the 20th century. This extraordinary and extremely rare Elsa Peretti prototype cuff bracelet was designed for Tiffany & Co. and was made in the period between the 1973-1974. The cuff design was made to wear on the left-wrist to mimic the wearer's own wrist bone. Just a very few were made showing evident differences in the edges, the surfaces finish and the considerable extra weight.

The Cuff Prototype

The very first models are different in shape and thickness, with more naïve look and were made exclusively between the 1970-1972 for Halston's favorite models for his runway presentations. The iconic bone cuff models, were originally created in the early 1970 when Elsa Peretti was working for Halston. It is unmistakably Peretti. This Tiffany & Co. cuff bracelet has been carefully crafted with bold rounded and curved borders with very smooth finishes showing the beautiful surface of the material. The free form of this prototype was conceived to fit the left wrist bone. This cuff is extremely rare, will make a great addition to any designer jewelry collection and is worthy of being in a museum. An example of this bracelet is displayed in the permanent collection of MoMA in New York City.

Material: Solid .925 Sterling silver with frosted finish.

Weight: 191.35 grams (122.66 Dwt.).

Measures: Width of 55 mm (2.15 inches).

Size: Fit a wrist up to 6.5 inches (16.5 Cm) and may be slightly sized up or down on special request.

Hallmarks: Stamped at the outer edge with early marks; the maker's mark, the designer's name, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .925/.999 silver and signed as follow, "PERETTI TIFFANY & CO. STERLING T&C".

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.

Literature: Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co. Year 1976-1977 Blue Book, for the final model produced illustrated in sterling silver and yellow gold.

Collateral: This Elsa Peretti prototype cuff bracelet for Tiffany & Co. is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this Elsa Peretti prototype cuff is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and was recently cleaned. This rare cuff was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: B061725SNNM/5.673