Rating and value of Chaumet brooches & jewelry

If you own a piece of Chaumet jewelry, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services.

Our specialists will work to carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with an accurate estimate of its value on the current market.

Then, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Rating and value of Chaumet jewelry

Chaumet jewelry is a popular item at auction. They are collected by bidders of all nationalities. Now, prices for these objects can rise considerably under the auctioneer's hammer.

Rings and necklaces are particularly prized, by buyers from all over the world. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €40 to €570,000, at the moment, a consequent range but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to these objects.

In 2025, a " devant de corsage " pendant brooch in 950 thousandth platinum set with old-cut diamonds was sold for €49,000, whereas it was estimated at €20,000 to €30,000, more than 200% its low estimate.

Order of value ranging from a simple work to the most prestigious

Style and technique of Chaumet creations

Chaumet quickly adopts a naturalistic aesthetic, inspired by flowers, the bee (imperial motif), and plant motifs. The design favors visual lightness and mobility, with flowing gold threads and motifs that come alive around the wrist or neck rather than massive volumes.

The style combines tradition and modernity : precious metal, classic gemmology (diamonds, colored stones) are used in forms that can be architectural or fluid, but always with discreet elegance.

The bee in the Bee collection is one of the house's signature motifs, but also its historical symbol. The Liens motif also features among the company's emblems.

Chaumet has integrated control over design, foundation, polishing and setting in its Place Vendôme workshops. Three techniques are emblematic of the house.

The " fil-couteau " setting gives the effect that the stones are floating or gripped by fine metal wires. Trompe-l'œil" allows several diamonds to be assembled to go beyond the simple surface, reinforcing the effect of light and texture.

The use of maillechort mock-ups (a neutral alloy) is also a technique the house has kept for its prototypes before execution on gold.

Chaumet makes extensive use of gemmology, with rigorous selection of stones for color, purity and grading in keeping with the house's aesthetic. Some pieces also incorporate articulated links, removable elements to adapt the jewel to wear and use, or even personalization.

Reasons to sell a Chaumet jewel at auction

Chaumet jewels are timeless pieces that meet with great success on the auction market. Often present in auction rooms, these jewels do not leave collectors indifferent, who can obtain through this channel jewels that are no longer marketed by the Chaumet house.

Because of their history, prestige, rarity and sometimes the person to whom they once belonged, the vast majority of Chaumet jewels are often no longer marketed by the house. The auction market is therefore a privileged avenue for acquiring certain exceptional jewels.

Today, Chaumet creations are the fastest-growing on the Paris market, ahead of Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels.

The success of Chaumet brooches in collections

The brooch occupies a historic and central role for Chaumet. The brooch section of the house's official website indicates that it offers brooches in several emblematic collections (Bee, Josephine, Liens, Jardins, Torsade) and in a variety of materials (yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum) with diamonds and colored stones.

A " Torsade de Chaumet " brooch in white gold and diamonds is worth 42,000 USD today, while Chaumet's L'Épi de Blé brooch in yellow gold and diamonds is estimated at £19,500.

The secondary market for Chaumet brooches is showing strong dynamism. The house's positioning in brooches is based on its tradition as a Parisian jeweler since 1870, highlighting small formats and ornaments for high society, as well as the fashion for the clip-brooch in the 20th century and the adaptability of the jewel (worn on the lapel, shoulder or bodice).

The shape of the brooch allows for freer use than the ring or necklace. Several specific factors are linked to Chaumet brooches : a strong visual identity (bee, wheat ear, scroll motifs) that facilitates the recognition and durability of the model.

Also added is the handcrafted quality and top-of-the-range finish (18k gold, calibrated diamonds, know-how of the rue de la Paix workshop). Chaumet brooches also stand out for their adaptability and transformability : some brooches can be worn as pendants or transformed via the clip or pin system, increasing their usability.

The brand's historical authenticity and heritage also reinforce this aspect : the ear brooch evokes Empress Josephine (Chaumet's historical customer) and reinforces the object's symbolic value.

In terms of market and collection, the brooch constitutes an " accessible high-end " segment for Chaumet (all things considered). Compared to major high jewelry necklaces that reach very high amounts, a well-designed and signed brooch is more accessible, while retaining a luxury positioning.

From the collector's point of view, the Chaumet brooch benefits from a triple appeal (fashion, jewelry, heritage) ; which explains its enduring success story.

Recognizing original Chaumet jewelry

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong in making all kinds of dupes, including jewelry. On online platforms, the resale of these items is steadily increasing, and many customers are being tricked.

Chaumet jewelry is among the most copied in the world. This is why, even if techniques exist to recognize a genuine Chaumet jewel, notably by looking at the signature (which can also be counterfeit), it is essential if you think you own a valuable piece of jewelry to have it appraised in order to date it and be sure of its authenticity.

Know the certain value of your jewelry  

If you happen to own a Chaumet piece of jewelry or think you might, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our form on our website.

A member of our team of experts and chartered auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your scarf, as well as ad hoc information about it.

If you wish to sell your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market inclinations.