Fabergé is an iconic artist jeweller and luxury goods company, historically renowned as the official goldsmith to the Russian Imperial Court and famous for its legendary Imperial Easter Eggs. Today, the brand creates high-end jewellery, watches, and objets d’art, focusing on vibrant coloured gemstones and intricate craftsmanship.

Company Overview

Founded:
1842 by Gustav Fabergé in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Headquarters:
London, United Kingdom.

Industry:
Luxury Goods and Jewelry.

Current Ownership:
Acquired by SMG Capital in August 2025.

Key Products:
Fine and high jewellery, watches, egg pendants, and bespoke commissions.

Historical Legacy
The House of Fabergé achieved international fame under Peter Carl Fabergé, Gustav’s son, who became the official supplier to the Russian Imperial Court in 1885. Between 1885 and 1917, the firm created 50 elaborate, jewel-encrusted Imperial Easter Eggs, each a masterpiece of design and engineering with a hidden “surprise”. The company was known for employing hundreds of skilled craftsmen and pioneering techniques like guilloché enamelling, using a wide array of precious and semi-precious stones.

Modern Era
The original firm was nationalized after the Russian Revolution in 1917, and the Fabergé family fled Russia. After decades where the Fabergé name was primarily used for cosmetics and perfumes under different ownership, the brand was reunited with the Fabergé family in 2007 and committed to restoring its luxury heritage.

Today, Fabergé operates with a “mine and market” approach through its association (previously ownership) with responsible coloured gemstone miner Gemfields, emphasizing ethical sourcing and transparent provenance for its rubies, emeralds, and other gems. The modern collections continue the legacy of artistic ingenuity, focusing on contemporary designs while honoring the historical techniques and vibrant use of colour that defined the original house.