A long, rich history of jewelry making and a love of design shared by Max Bartashnik and his late father, Viktor, is at the heart of Midtown Manhattan-based firm M&V Vanguard Jewelry. Known for its exquisite custom-made diamond engagement rings, bands, pendant necklaces, bracelets and other accessories, M&V Vanguard continues a family legacy that began in Ukraine more than 50 years ago.
Following many years of training in design and jewelry making in his native Ukraine, Viktor established himself as a master craftsman of diamond jewelry. From an early age, Max displayed a keen interest in the art of jewelry design and apprenticed under his father until they moved to the United States.
After they arrived in New York City, Max continued to hone the skills he learned in his father’s workshop and secured a job with iconic American luxury house Tiffany & Co. He left a bit more than five years later, and his next move was to establish his own firm alongside his father, designing and creating jewelry from a booth on 47th Street in New York City’s Diamond District in 2002.
Later, Viktor and Max decided to grow their fledgling business. In 2015, M&V Vanguard Jewelry expanded — they opened a manufactory at Rockefeller Center. The duo enlisted the support of a team of jewelers and setters to design and produce modernist and Art Deco-inspired cocktail rings, three-stone rings, drop earrings and other pieces that feature colored diamonds, rubies and emeralds set in 18-karat gold and platinum.
When Viktor died in 2020, Max broadened operations at M&V so that the company’s areas of specialty now include design, manufacturing, retail, and importantly, the family-owned business has implemented an education program — a plan that Viktor and Max had put together when the company initially began to expand. Budding jewelers can now look to M&V for training in their field, just as Max learned the art of jewelry making from his father years ago.
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Fancy Yellow Diamond Lariat Tennis Necklace
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Diamond Lariat Tennis Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Center stone: 5.02ct Fancy Yellow VVS2 Heart Shape Brilliant GIA#7398890363 Featuring ...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Drop Pendant with 3.05ct Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Shape
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Drop Pendant with 3.05ct Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Shape Center Stones are: 3.05ct Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Even SI2 Pear Shape Diamond GIA#5222278334 and White Diamond: 0.79ct ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Double halo pendant with Fancy Pink Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Double halo pendant in Platinum & 18K Rose Gold Center Stone: 1.02ct Natural Fancy Pink-Brown, I2 Pear Shape Diamond GIA#1375129846 Cable Chain 16...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Stefan Hafner Chandelier Lariat Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Stefan Hafner
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Stefan Hafter chandelier lariat necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut round diamonds of an estimated 2.77 carats. A delicate and timeless ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov, Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Double Halo Drop Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a single 0.40 carat rose cut diamond surrounded by two rows of round diamonds in an open-work design. Suspended on 3 round diamonds, bezel set in 18 karat white gold. Atta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry 20.73 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Fifth Avenue, featuring a total weight of approximately 20.73 Carats, this meticulous hand made necklace is sure to be a show s...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Graff Round and Pear Shape Diamond Drop Pendant on Chain
By Graff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Graff diamond drop pendant dazzles with its exquisite array of round and pear shape diamonds, each stone perfectly cut and set to create a stunning cascade of brilliance. This G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.56 in L 1.34 in
Natural Argyle Pink Diamond White Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These elegant pendant features superb quality Round shape White Diamonds, with halos of Argyle Pink Diamonds, set amongst floral motif elegant scintillating Marquise shape and brilli...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Fancy Light Purplish Pink Diamond Halo Platinum Vintage Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace. Ssecurely Hand set with 0.04 Carat Fancy Light Purplish Pink Round Diamond and Diamond 0.15tcw. Hand crafted Platinu...
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Fancy Yellow Marquise Diamond Pendant
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This piece comes from J.Birnbach's highly-curated Fancy Yellow Diamond collection. The 18-karat yellow gold pendant features a gorgeous 0.82 carat fancy light yellow marquise-shaped ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
0.81 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Heart Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Hand Made Necklace. The pendant is 18K yellow and white gold. The center stone is a FANCY INTENSE YELLOW 0.40 Carat Heart Cut Diamond VS. The stone is surrounded by Fancy Y...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
14K White & Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Snake Lariat-Style Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White & Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Snake Lariat-Style Necklace Style: Diamond Lariat Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold and White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.50...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$2,349Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fancy Nacre White Diamond Yellow 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 18K Necklace (Matching Earrings Available) Weight 3,48 gram Size 44 Diamond 3-Round 57-0,14-4/6A Nacre 6-1,52 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Light Pink Pear Diamond Double Halo Pendant - Rare Colors
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pink diamond double halo pendant showcases a delicate 0.54 carat light pink pear shape diamond with exceptional VVS2 clarity, radiating soft, romantic brilliance. Framed...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,008Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold Diamond 3.08 Cts Riviera Lariat Y-Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
This luxurious 14K yellow gold necklace showcases an elegant Y-shaped lariat silhouette. The main strand features a classic Riviera-style tennis line of brilliant, closely set round ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold