Mikaelian is a firm specializing in the purchase, sale, and appraisal of pre-owned luxury jewelry and watches, established in Antibes, in the heart of the French Riviera. Founded on values of authenticity, artisanal craftsmanship, and absolute discretion, Mikaelian has built a solid reputation among a clientele of discerning connoisseurs, collectors, and individuals wishing to buy or resell high-end jewelry pieces with complete confidence.

A firm founded on expertise and passion

The story of Mikaelian is above all that of a family passion for beautiful pieces. Passed down from generation to generation, this passion has evolved into recognized expertise in the world of pre-owned luxury. Our teams have been trained in the techniques of identification, evaluation, and authentication of the great jewelry and watchmaking houses, and stay constantly informed of market developments.

We work across a broad spectrum of luxury jewelry: solitaire rings and engagement rings from major houses, gold and diamond necklaces, bracelets and bangles, earrings, pendants, and complete jewelry sets. In terms of watchmaking, our expertise covers mechanical and automatic collector's watches, gem-set ladies' watches, prestige chronographs, and manufactured pieces.

The houses we work with

Our experts are particularly well-versed in identifying and valuing pieces signed by the greatest houses of the Place Vendôme and beyond: Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Chanel Joaillerie, Chopard, Boucheron, Piaget, Fred, Pomellato, Dior Joaillerie, Mauboussin, and Harry Winston. In watchmaking, we regularly work on pieces from Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Omega, Breguet, Vacheron Constantin, Richard Mille, and Hublot, among others.

A responsible and sustainable approach

The market for pre-owned luxury jewelry and watches is one of the most virtuous segments of contemporary luxury. Acquiring a pre-owned piece means extending the life of an exceptional object, avoiding the resources required to create a new piece, and accessing creations sometimes unavailable through official networks. At Mikaelian, we are convinced that the luxury of tomorrow will be circular—and we have long positioned ourselves as committed actors in this transition.

Our commitment to our clients

Whether you are a buyer or a seller, our commitment is the same: total transparency, disinterested advice, and a long-term relationship based on trust. We do not seek to complete a single transaction, but to build a lasting relationship. Many of our clients have trusted us for years, returning regularly to buy, sell, or simply have new pieces appraised.

Discretion is part of our DNA. All transactions carried out at Mikaelian are handled with the utmost confidentiality, in accordance with our personal data protection policy and in compliance with current regulations.

Mikaelian, a local player anchored in the French Riviera

Our local roots are a strength. The French Riviera is one of the most dynamic French regions in terms of luxury, with a demanding international clientele and one of the most active real estate and wealth markets in France. This local reality has allowed us to develop unique expertise, in contact with pieces and collections rarely accessible elsewhere. We are proud to be a Riviera-based firm, and we actively participate in the region's luxury ecosystem.