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The robins egg blue color, officially called pantone number 1837, used for the tiffany boxes and bags, was named for the year tiffany went into business. First published in 1845, the tiffany blue book became the first mail order catalogue in the united states. The 2018 high jewelry collectionthe theme is the four seasonsmarks the. Tiffany first achieved international recognition at the 1867 paris worlds fair, where it was awarded the grand prize for silver craftsmanship. The brand showcased over 350 pieces of jewelry from their collection, a look at the history of the tiffany blue box, and exclusive breakfast at tiffany images. Schmitt wrote in his 1999 book experiential marketing, it. Published since 1845, blue book has evolved into an annual collection highlighting rare gemstones and unparalleled craftsmanship. And in 1968, the brand introduced the neverbeforeseen tanzanite gemstone to. Tiffany continued to garner attention when it acquired the worlds largest yellow diamond in 1878.

Price new from used from paperback, january 1, 1897 please retry. We can all pick the tiffany blue out of a lineup, name the screen actress to forever memorialize the company on film, and imagine or maybe actually have. Tiffanys early catalogues blue books did not always list what pieces were made in each pattern and never had illustrations. Initially published in 1845, the tiffany blue book was the first such catalogue to be distributed in the u.

The piece was published annually as the official tiffany product catalog. While the colour was first used on the cover of tiffanys blue book in 1845, it wasnt until the tiffany setting was introduced that the blue box became such an icon of. The tradition of the famed tiffany blue box has endured over the years as its contents are unsurpassable in quality and design. Named the tiffany diamond, the stone became an exemplar of tiffany craftsmanship. The famous blue book long remained the companys primary advertising channel.

Tiffanys blue book predates sears, roebucks big book by nearly 50 years. The blue book of 1845 was sent to customers as part of the tiffany service. The first tiffany mail order catalog, known as the blue book, was published in 1845 in the united states u. The company designs the nfls vince lombardi trophy. Nov 26, 2019 tiffany continued to garner attention when it acquired the worlds largest yellow diamond in 1878. The legacy of tiffany design is richly told in the annual blue book collection, featuring tiffanys and the worlds most spectacular jewels. On display in shanghai is the rare original catalogue as well as new pieces from the current collection under the leadership of. Uss first direct mail catalog the blue book1845, new yorks oldest public clock atlas 1853, americas first stopwatch the tiffany timer1866, and the signature engagement ring tiffany setting1886, are all great milestones of this strong brand. It was one of the few catalogs of the time that were printed in full color. In 1862, tiffany supplied the union army with swords model 1840 cavalry saber, flags and surgical implements. The tiffany blue book is now considered to be a work of art in itself, with glossy color pictures of beautiful jewelry. Oct 02, 2019 the tiffany blue book room takes on the annual catalogue that features some of the most exquisite jewellery designed in the world, which also leads to the blue book collection that includes high jewellery designs by jean schlumberger and elsa peretti. On display in shanghai is the rare original catalogue as well as new pieces from the current collection under the leadership of chief artistic officer reed krakoff.

Personally, i have done a lot of jewelry, but not a. Sep 17, 2019 highlights of the exhibition include a 128. I imagine that it was quite a big responsibility to reinvent it. Company founder charles lewis tiffany first created the book in 1845 as a way to showcase the jewelry to loyal customers. Nov 03, 2019 the tiffany blue book, launched in 1845, was the first mailorder catalogue to be distributed in the united states. This definitive book relates the history of the silver flatware made by others and retailed by tiffany 1845 c. The blue book, introduced in 1845, is tiffanys annual showcase of its most extraordinary gemstones and designs. Chapter three explains the history of the tiffany blue book, which has been featuring oneofakind, handcrafted jewelry designs since its launch in 1845 as americas first mailorder catalog. The tiffany blue book, for example, first launched in 1845, was the uss firstever mailorder catalogue, and the tiffany settingthe now ubiquitous, sixprong engagement ringwas conceived.

In 1845, tiffany began publishing the blue book, a catalog of the companys most ornate gems. Sep 28, 2019 other gems on show include the design for the first modern engagement ring and the first mailorder catalogue in the us the original 1845 tiffany blue book. For many years, it remained a private affair, and the brand has only started releasing information about the blue book in. Young to open a luxury item and jewellery shop in manhattan. The color was used on the cover of tiffany s blue book, first published in 1845. Showcasing the earths most unusual and exquisite gemstones, it blurs the line between reality and imagination. Sep 30, 2019 the tiffany blue book, for example, first launched in 1845, was the uss firstever mailorder catalogue, and the tiffany settingthe now ubiquitous, sixprong engagement ringwas conceived. The first tiffany mail order catalog, known as the blue book, was published in 1845 in the united states us, and publishing of the catalog continues in the 21st century.

How did a tiny box in robins egg blue become one of the most coveted packagings in the world. Conceived as the us first ever mailorder catalogue back in 1845, tiffanys blue book was originally sent directly to vip clients to showcase the brands repertoire of important gemstones. Officially named the tiffany diamond, its still regarded as one of the worlds largest and finest yellow diamonds. As lvmh had bought bvlgari under the group fold back in 2011, this grant purchase of tiffany might enable it. How tiffanys iconic box became the worlds most popular. The story behind the tiffany blue why, out of all the colours in the spectrum, did tiffany choose this particular shade of blue for its iconic packaging. While the colour was first used on the cover of tiffanys blue book in 1845, it wasnt until the tiffany setting was introduced that the blue box became such an icon of luxury and prestige in 1886. The largest tiffany clock in the worldabout feet in diameterresides at the top of grand central terminal. The tiffany blue book, launched in 1845, was the first mailorder catalogue to be distributed in the united states. This definitive book relates the history of the silver flatware made by others and retailed by tiffany 1845c. Tiffany silver flatware 18451905, when dining was an art hardcover january 1, 1999. In 1845, tiffany began publishing the blue book, a catalog of the companys most ornate gems and silver. Nov 27, 2018 the blue book, introduced in 1845, is tiffanys annual showcase of its most extraordinary gemstones and designs.

The world of tiffany installation showcases tiffanys iconic influence in film, television, music and literature. It was, but it was also exciting to be part of the history of the tiffany blue book. Tiffany died in 1902, his son, louis comfort tiffany, became the. In 1845, the company published its first blue book, the nowfamous mailorder catalogue. Sent out to customers each year since 1845, the blue book catalog was designed by founder charles lewis tiffany to entice customers to. A dazzling showcase of tiffany treasures how to spend it. Since 1878, the signature tiffany blue color has distinguished the. The blue book collection is named for tiffanys annual blue book that was first published in 1845.

The story is woven into the broader fabric of the history of flatware in general and that of dining and food. How tiffanys iconic box became the worlds most popular package. The tiffany blue book room takes on the annual catalogue that features some of the most exquisite jewellery designed in the world, which also leads to the blue book collection that includes high jewellery designs by jean schlumberger and elsa peretti. The 2019 blue book collection, tiffany jewel box, is a study in virtuosity. Oct 29, 2019 some of the other notable objects on display. Tiffany blue was first seen on the cover of the blue book, which was the first mailorder catalogue published in the us. Nov 25, 2018 the blue book was originally published in 1845. Blue book 1897 paperback january 1, 1897 by tiffany author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. By 1845 they had gained a reputation for fine jewellery using the best imported gemstones, and one of tiffanys genius ideas was to produce an annual blue book a glittering catalogue of all. They were the first company to create a mailorder catalogue blue book in 1845. Visitors can view neverbeforeseen treasures from the film breakfast at tiffanys including the original script with audrey hepburns personal annotations, and edith heads black costume designs for the actress. Sep 23, 2019 chapter three explains the history of the tiffany blue book, which has been featuring oneofakind, handcrafted jewelry designs since its launch in 1845 as americas first mailorder catalog. Inspired by the catalogue, originally published in 1845 as the very first of its kind, the blue book 2019 collection, tiffany jewel box, features unique highjewelry creations that are wearable works of art. Sbi, indias largest bank, is only worth a third of hdfc bank.

Blue book 1897 paperback january 1, 1897 by tiffany author. Charles tiffany started sending out his mailer in 1845, and the book has become a way to advertise the company. Personally, i have done a lot of jewelry, but not a lot of high jewelry, so i had great support. Since its inception, blue book has showcased the worlds most exquisite designs, including the french and spanish crown jewels, with a cover of robinsegg blue that also distinguished the jewelers famous box. Nowadays, these drawings are exchanged for glossy photos, but the jewellery in this collection with every piece being a one of a kind creation still. Tiffany silver flatware 18451905, when dining was an art.