What do the Ballon d’Or trophy, Roland Garros’ iconic cups, and the jewels of Marie de Medici have in common? They were all crafted by Europe’s oldest family-owned jewelry house.
With roots tracing back to 17th-century Italy, the Mellerio family brought their artistry to France, becoming the favored jewelers of royalty, including Marie de Medici, who personally adapted their name to French audience: Dits Meller (means “called Meller”).
Over centuries, their exquisite craftsmanship has adorned crowns, trophies, and haute joaillerie collections, blending heritage with innovation.
The beginning in Paris
The story of Mellerio dits Meller begins in 1613, when a family of Italian goldsmiths from Milan arrived in Paris.
Mellerio dits Meller unmatched craftsmanship and intricate techniques immediately captured the attention of the French elite.
Their talents soon reached Queen Marie de Medici, who granted them royal favor and appointed them her official jewellers.
The queen’s influence led to the now-iconic name, Mellerio dits Meller—a nod to both their heritage and their new home in France.
