How Tiffany Remains
Historically and Culturally Relevant:
A Slideshow that Exhibits
Its Connections to Culture
In 1837, Tiffany & Co began as an entity that created and taught the concept of American luxury. Photo courtesy of nyc.com.
In 1858, Tiffany placed a 9 ft clock on the top of its flagship store. The clock sat on the shoulders of the mythical Greek character, Atlas, who famously held the pillars that separated heaven and earth. Photo courtesy of Greenwich Living Design.
In 1861, First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln wore this seed-pearl necklace and two bracelets as she accompanied her husband, President Abraham Lincoln, to his first inaugural ball. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.
In 1961, Tiffany & Co. allowed Breakfast at Tiffany's to be filmed at its New York flagship store. Photo courtesy of Fine Art America.
In 1967, Tiffany &Co. created the first Lombardi Super Bowl trophy and has continued to do so every year. Photo courtesy of Dujour.
In 2021, Tiffany & Co. began their "About Love" campaign featuring Jay Z and Beyonce. Beyonce's dress is similar to Audrey Hepburn's iconic Breakfast at Tiffany's dress, and the diamond that cascades her back is Tiffany's legendary 128.54 carat stone discovered in 1877. Only 3 other women have worn this stone. Photo courtesy of Tiffany & Co.