Jose Hess concentrated on mentoring emerging designers by teaching jewelry design at the Fashion Institute of Technology. He worked as a consultant to jewelry companies in the United States and abroad — in order to help them improve their design and manufacturing methods — and designed a collection of jewelry that was featured on TV and online, with Jose having done the presentations live on air.
An industry leader, Hess was the first American president of CIBJO, an international trade association whose mission is to establish uniform standards for the jewelry space worldwide. He was a former president of the 24 Karat Club of New York City, the Manufacturing Jewelers and Silversmiths of America, and the Plumb Club.
Mentor and educator Hess taught model-making at the Fashion Institute of Technology and often addressed student groups on goldsmithing and jewelry design. A winner of numerous jewelry design award competitions, including the prestigious De Beers Diamonds International award, Hess was frequently recognized for his talent. His jewelry has been prominently featured in W, InStyle, Mirabella, Town & Country, Vogue, and a variety of other magazines.
Hess’s work is often seen on the glamorous Hollywood circuit, with celebrities such as Demi Moore, Cindy Crawford, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Candy Spelling wearing pieces from his collection. Hess won the 1963 DeBeers Diamonds International (1958–1964); Certificate of Commendation – Diamonds International Awards (1978); Certificate of Distinction, Art Direction magazine (1978); and more.
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Jose Hess 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Jose Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These elegant Jose Hess stud earrings feature a sophisticated 18k yellow gold ribbon design that gracefully sweeps around a pavé-set cluster of shimmering round-cut diamonds. There ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage JOSE HESS Scalloped Wide Diamond Huggie Earrings Omega Backs 2.40ct G Vs
By Jose Hess
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A fabulous pair of diamond huggies done by none other than Jose Hess. Anyone familiar with that name knows that no expense was spared in the crafting of his piece. And now that he is...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$29,120Sale Price|20% Off
Old European Earrings. 2.80ct Diamond Dangle Earrings Platinum Euro Back J VS1
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pair of diamond earrings showcases a timeless design, featuring two bezel-set old European cut diamonds on each earring. The lower diamonds are the highlight, with a t...
Diamond, Platinum
Henry Dunay Scalloped 18k Yellow Gold Doorknocker Omega Back Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Towson, MD
Presenting a striking pair of Henry Dunay scalloped doorknocker earrings crafted in rich 18k yellow gold. These statement earrings showcase Dunay's signature sculptural elegance, fea...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings - These sparkling earrings each feature 18 round brilliant cut diamonds set in clas...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Large Wide 20mm Hammered Domed Scalloped Omega Back Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ 14K Yellow Gold Backings Weight: 19.90 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (Pierced ears are required.) Width: 20mm (0.78") (widest point) Heigh...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,219Sale Price|34% Off
14k Yellow Gold Cabochon Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14K YELLOW GOLD LAPIS LAZULI EARRINGS WITH DIAMONDS Specifications: MAIN stone: LAPIS LAZULI 15.5mmX 11.8mm DIAMONDS: 24 pc...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold, Onyx and 0.55 Carat Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold earrings set with oval black onyx centers. Round brilliants diamonds set in white gold accent this lovely pair of button earrings. The earrings have post/omega b...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mabe Pearl and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Teardrop Lever Back Earrings
Located in North Miami, FL
These gorgeous, vintage and substantial sized teardrop shaped Mabe Pearl and 14 Karat Gold pierced earrings are classic and stunning. They are large Mabe pearl surrounded with a 14K ...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Second Stone: 4 Diamonds .05pts. Main stone: 18 Ruby marquise cut 1.70cts. Color: GH Weight: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,442Sale Price|24% Off
Impressive Fancy Yellow / Orange Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earring Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 2-RND-0,01-G/VS1A Orange Sapphire 8-1,82ct Yellow Sapphire 2-0,45ct Weight 2,52 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,395Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Rococo Baroque Style Yellow Gold 14 Karat Lever-Back Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 14K Earrings (Matching Ring Available) Gold Weight 7,42 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,950 / set
Seashell Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these earrings are hand set with .85 carats of glimmering diamonds. Available in white, rose and yellow gold. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the late...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 1.32tcw Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, these vintage earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and adorned with three rows of sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds are set in a gently cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Jose Hess 32.00 Ctw Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Gems
By Jose Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Substantial earrings are dynamically formed as pavè diamond forms with marquise diamond clusters. Centering emerald cut aquamarines with unusual barrel crown faceting. Transparent gr...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960's Jose Hess 3.45 Carats Pavè Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Earrings
By Jose Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Earrings are designed as twisted gold knots - oriented North to South. Pavè set throughout by round brilliant cut diamonds. Weighing in total approxi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Lever-Back Earrings
By Jose Hess
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Gorgeous diamond drop earrings by designer Jose Hess fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings feature 40 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.65 carat total weight and grad...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold