About Us
Whether one calls it estate jewelry (previously owned) antique jewelry (100 or more years old) or period jewelry (pieces that represent well the output of a period like the Art Deco period), the truth is that the vast majority of the jewelry of any time period is mediocre and of what remains, the preponderance is poor quality. The role that Pierre/Famille plays is one of winnowing through all of the above to locate worldwide and assemble in Aspen the extremely rare residual amount which is by any objective verification rare, desirable and likely to appreciate.
Pierre/Famille Aspen Colorado use cash as a serious tool which permits us to acquire pieces with efficiency. Therefore none of our inventory is "on consignment" carrying the "fat" associated with a seasonal "inventory on wheels". Nor, do we have to go to a committee to assess an offer. As a tight, owner operated organization we respond and act instantly in both buying and selling situations with immediate delivery of cash or merchandise at the close of any transaction.
Though Pierre/Famille in Aspen Colorado possess a considerable inventory, not all of which is on display at anytime, we do not think of ourselves as owners but rather as guides and hosts to our clients and we realize our dependence upon them. Moreover, we have always believed that our blessed patrons are largely responsible for encouraging us to assemble a successively more important inventory or to put it in other sentiments first expressed by Graff, our inventory of remarkable jewels can only be as strong as the support manifested for it.
Pierre/Famille, therefore, joins a defacto international network of retail jewelers specializing in history's finest jewels, large diamonds over 6 cts., and natural colored stones over 10 cts. Despite Pierre/Famille's international outreach, most all of its inventory is acquired through private estates.
Pierre/Famille specializes in signed period pieces from the Art Deco and Edwardian eras, especially vintage Cartier, Art Deco Cartier, and Edwardian Cartier, similarly, vintage Tiffany, Edwardian Tiffany and Art Deco Tiffany pieces, vintage Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, and David Webb.
Pierre/Famille Aspen Colorado use cash as a serious tool which permits us to acquire pieces with efficiency. Therefore none of our inventory is "on consignment" carrying the "fat" associated with a seasonal "inventory on wheels". Nor, do we have to go to a committee to assess an offer. As a tight, owner operated organization we respond and act instantly in both buying and selling situations with immediate delivery of cash or merchandise at the close of any transaction.
Though Pierre/Famille in Aspen Colorado possess a considerable inventory, not all of which is on display at anytime, we do not think of ourselves as owners but rather as guides and hosts to our clients and we realize our dependence upon them. Moreover, we have always believed that our blessed patrons are largely responsible for encouraging us to assemble a successively more important inventory or to put it in other sentiments first expressed by Graff, our inventory of remarkable jewels can only be as strong as the support manifested for it.
Pierre/Famille, therefore, joins a defacto international network of retail jewelers specializing in history's finest jewels, large diamonds over 6 cts., and natural colored stones over 10 cts. Despite Pierre/Famille's international outreach, most all of its inventory is acquired through private estates.
Pierre/Famille specializes in signed period pieces from the Art Deco and Edwardian eras, especially vintage Cartier, Art Deco Cartier, and Edwardian Cartier, similarly, vintage Tiffany, Edwardian Tiffany and Art Deco Tiffany pieces, vintage Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, and David Webb.
Our History |
Pierre/Famille began business in 1979 as wholesale dealers here in the States as well as in Europe. We opened our first store in the fine shopping area in Denver called Cherry Creek. Subsequently we opened our second store in Aspen. We have been in the same location since 1987. In 2024, Pierre/Famille will celebrate their 38th year in Aspen, and 45 year in the jewelry business.
Pierre/Famille has - since joining - the highest rating (A+) with the Colorado Better Business Bureau! |
Conditions of Sale:
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All pieces in our inventory are guaranteed absolutely and without reservation to be as represented, authentic, of the time period and possessing genuine and natural stones. Restoration of pieces is done when needed. For example, abraded diamonds or colored stones may be removed for repolishing pr for gemological analysis and then reset. Pieces missing diamond in some portion of a setting may have diamonds, cut in the same time period, used to fill those settings. Platinum or gold may also be repolished or resoldered as needed. We warrant and guarantee that all the diamonds we sell are natural in color and clarity. None are laser drilled, fracture filled, color treated or clarity enhanced in any way whatsoever. The condition of every piece shown here is "fine" to"extremely fine" unless otherwise noted. Preservation prohibits our removing and weighing every stone. Consequently, all weights and measurements are approximate unless preceded by the word "exactly".
While PIerre/Famille Inc. retains GIA trained gemologists on staff we, nonetheless, seek whenever possible the independent judgement of several gemological laboratories. Any assumption that the conclusion(s) of one laboratory would identical to the conclusions of another is not necessarily true. Indeed, for a variety of reasons, laboratories can and do disagree with one another. Pierre/Famille Inc. has endeavored to consult only with laboratories of the highest international recognition and widely held respect.
The GIA is the Gemological Institute of America. The AGL is the American Gemological Laboratory. The AGTA is the American Gem Trade Association Laboratory. The SSEF is the Swiss Gemological Laboratory. Gubelin is the Gubelin Laboratory, also in Switzerland. The DSEF is the German Foundation for Gemstone Research. While Pierre/Famille Inc. may on occasion use a modern diamond or diamonds (represented as such) as opposed to old diamonds or those found in estates, we unconditionally warrant and guarantee that such stones have been purchased from legitimate source not involved in funding "conflict" or "blood" diamonds and that these sources are in compliance with pertinent United Nations resolutions.
Prices are subject to change. Colorado/Aspen sales tax (when applicable) are extra. Without exception, firm immediate orders shall always take precedence over pending conditional transactions. Pierre/Famille specializes in antique, estate and period jewelry. Understandable, therefore, Pierre/Famille is neither a representative of, nor affiliated with, nor are we authorized dealers for any of the herein named jewellery or jewelry houses. Copyright © Pierre/Famille, Inc., 2015/2016. All rights reserved. This work may not be copied, reproduced or distributed in any way in whole or in part without the prior express written consent of Pierre/Famille, Inc.
While PIerre/Famille Inc. retains GIA trained gemologists on staff we, nonetheless, seek whenever possible the independent judgement of several gemological laboratories. Any assumption that the conclusion(s) of one laboratory would identical to the conclusions of another is not necessarily true. Indeed, for a variety of reasons, laboratories can and do disagree with one another. Pierre/Famille Inc. has endeavored to consult only with laboratories of the highest international recognition and widely held respect.
The GIA is the Gemological Institute of America. The AGL is the American Gemological Laboratory. The AGTA is the American Gem Trade Association Laboratory. The SSEF is the Swiss Gemological Laboratory. Gubelin is the Gubelin Laboratory, also in Switzerland. The DSEF is the German Foundation for Gemstone Research. While Pierre/Famille Inc. may on occasion use a modern diamond or diamonds (represented as such) as opposed to old diamonds or those found in estates, we unconditionally warrant and guarantee that such stones have been purchased from legitimate source not involved in funding "conflict" or "blood" diamonds and that these sources are in compliance with pertinent United Nations resolutions.
Prices are subject to change. Colorado/Aspen sales tax (when applicable) are extra. Without exception, firm immediate orders shall always take precedence over pending conditional transactions. Pierre/Famille specializes in antique, estate and period jewelry. Understandable, therefore, Pierre/Famille is neither a representative of, nor affiliated with, nor are we authorized dealers for any of the herein named jewellery or jewelry houses. Copyright © Pierre/Famille, Inc., 2015/2016. All rights reserved. This work may not be copied, reproduced or distributed in any way in whole or in part without the prior express written consent of Pierre/Famille, Inc.
Shipping and Returns
*All of our diamonds are conflict free and from the earth.
*We offer gift wrapping and all of our pieces arrive in a fine gift box.
*Shipping: FedEx, insured, adult signature requested, is complimentary within the US. We usually ship within 1 to 2 business days. Contact us if you wish to receive your package on a particular day.
We no longer ship internationally. Please call or email us with any questions.
*Returns Policy:
Returning customers of Pierre/Famille may initiate a return within 7 days of receipt by contacting Pierre/Famille, Inc. The pieces must be returned in their original, as received condition, and not worn. New customers are offered a return within 3 days of receipt. Again, we ask to be contacted so that we may review our shipping and packing instructions. If there is a special circumstance, such as a gift, please contact us to discuss our return policy. We are always happy to assist.
Additionally, refunds shall not be issued if a piece is worn, or for custom ordered merchandise. If an item is sized or altered in anyway, then the sale shall be final.
In the event of a return, the customer will be responsible for the cost of shipping FEDEX insured, in both directions and handling.
*Sizing and Alterations. Please call us if an alteration is necessary.
*We offer gift wrapping and all of our pieces arrive in a fine gift box.
*Shipping: FedEx, insured, adult signature requested, is complimentary within the US. We usually ship within 1 to 2 business days. Contact us if you wish to receive your package on a particular day.
We no longer ship internationally. Please call or email us with any questions.
*Returns Policy:
Returning customers of Pierre/Famille may initiate a return within 7 days of receipt by contacting Pierre/Famille, Inc. The pieces must be returned in their original, as received condition, and not worn. New customers are offered a return within 3 days of receipt. Again, we ask to be contacted so that we may review our shipping and packing instructions. If there is a special circumstance, such as a gift, please contact us to discuss our return policy. We are always happy to assist.
Additionally, refunds shall not be issued if a piece is worn, or for custom ordered merchandise. If an item is sized or altered in anyway, then the sale shall be final.
In the event of a return, the customer will be responsible for the cost of shipping FEDEX insured, in both directions and handling.
*Sizing and Alterations. Please call us if an alteration is necessary.