Know The Seven Facts Of Tiffany’s Jewelry

People worldwide know the brand Tiffany and Co. for its stunning jewelry, including its glittering engagement rings. However, there is much more to the company. With its foundation in 1837, the jewelry house earned the status of an iconic American brand every time.

Top 7 Facts You Must Know About Tiffany’s Jewelry

Enlisted are certain things that you must know about Tiffany’s ring and other jewelry.

1. The brand introduced its blue color inspired by an empress.

Empress Eugenie de Montijo, the wife of Napoleon III, emerged as the leading fashion icon of the 19th century. When the owner of Tiffany and Co., Charles Lewis Tiffany, saw a portrait of the empress wearing a gown in a particular shade of blue, he knew that the shade would become popular worldwide. Therefore, he decided to make it the official color of the Tiffany brand.

2. The invention of the engagement ring

In 1866, Charles Tiffany invented the famous engagement rings we know today. Previously, the jewelers used to set the diamond rings in the bezel. However, Tiffany’s ring highlights the brilliant cut diamonds by lifting the stone of the band into the light. The famous setting became popular as the Tiffany setting, and even today, it is the most sought-after engagement ring style.

3. Tiffany became the first to adopt carats as a measurement unit for diamonds and other gems.

Before 1907, carat had various ranges in various countries and constantly changed. It ranged from 187.00 mg to 215.990 mg. Tiffany pushed for adopting a metric carat in the US and ensured everyone referred to the same while selling diamonds.

4. Judy Garland took home emeralds.

When Judy Garland married Vincente Minelli, MGM wanted to gift Judy a wedding present. Therefore, they sent her to Tiffany, and Co. Judy fell in love with the green gemstones. When making The Wizard of OZ, it, therefore, featured the Emerald City.

5. Queen Elizabeth receives vintage Tiffany’s from the Obama

During Queen of England’s Diamond Jubilee, President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle gave Her Highness a vintage Tiffany’s compact from the 1950s.

6. The brand took a vital role during the wars.

During World War II, the Newark factory responsible for manufacturing surgical instruments during World War I was given over for military production. During the second Words War and Korean War, the company manufactured precision parts for anti-aircraft guns and airplane fitting blocks.

7. The first completely air-conditioned building in New York

Tiffany’s flagship store at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street in Manhattan, with a beautifully polished granite exterior, is famous for its window displays. Besides, the store emerged as the perfect location for several films, including Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Sweet Home Alabama. Furthermore, in 1940 moved uptown for the sixth and final time to its current location, where it put up a 2.5 USD million Art Deco seven-story building. It was the first completely air-conditioned building in New York.

Hope the facts helped you understand the brand's history and facts.

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