What's in a Name - Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co.

We recently purchased this set of Tiffany & Co. gold bangles by Frank Gehry. The renowned architect is one of only four jewelry designers that Tiffany & Co. has allowed to sign their work for the firm. Frank Gehry is arguably one of the most important living architects, which made him an ideal design partner for Tiffany & Co in 2006.

As a jewelry designer, Gehry incorporates the same depth and twisted shapes into his work that he does as an architect. This particular set of bangles is from the “Torque” collection, which incorporates unusual materials and intriguing shapes for an unexpected and dramatic look. Although they may seem generic at first glance, after a closer look it becomes obvious that the shape of these bangles is slightly contorted. The bangles are accented with diamonds, which give them a feminine touch to offset the bold look.

This is an excellent example of why you should sell your fine gold jewelry to those with a knowledge of jewelry, rather than to a gold buyer. The Tiffany & Co. name, and in particular the Frank Gehry collection, give these bangles a value far above just the value of the gold they contain.

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