Known as “the jewelers’ jeweler,” Oscar Heyman (1888–1970) designed pieces for Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston and Black, Starr & Frost. The family-run Oscar Heyman & Brothers jewelry company was founded by Heyman with his brothers Nathan and Harry in 1912. Jewelers from Latvia, they had trained at their great-uncle’s workshop, which had clients including Russian imperial jeweler Fabergé, before immigrating to the United States in the early 1900s.
After arriving in New York, Oscar worked with Pierre Cartier and Nathan was a tool maker at Western Electric before they came together to open their jewelry business. Highly skilled craftsmen, the Heyman brothers quickly developed a roster of high-profile clients — primarily big-name jewelers — drawn to their work with dazzling stones and meticulous design. In 1917, Black, Starr & Frost commissioned the brothers to design an American flag brooch, which would become a recurring motif in the Oscar Heyman & Brothers portfolio. They also designed the Pansy brooch in the 1930s, another long-popular accessory that was produced exclusively for Tiffany & Co. toward the end of the 20th century. After Heyman designed for four of the five jewelers on view at the 1939 World’s Fair House of Jewels (Cartier, Udall & Ballou, Marcus & Co. and Black, Starr & Frost), the company was given the moniker “the jewelers’ jeweler.”
Heyman & Brothers later designed gem-encrusted medallions that traveled to the moon on Apollo 16, the necklace setting for the 69-carat diamond Richard Burton gave Elizabeth Taylor in 1969 and even a pair of ruby-encrusted Stuart Weitzman stilettos in 2003. Over the years, the company has entranced such clients as Evelyn Lauder, Marjorie Merriweather Post, Billy Porter and Tina Fey with its pieces.
In 2012, the century-old jeweler underwent a rebranding to simplify its name to Oscar Heyman and today is still run by the Heyman family, which manages the whole process from alloying their own metal to cutting and polishing their gemstones to assembling the final product in-house. In 2017, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston published a monograph authored by Yvonne J. Markowitz and Elizabeth Hamilton that details for a broader audience the history of Oscar Heyman, an unsung company that’s long been behind some of the biggest names in jewelry.
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Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Sapphire Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-century bombé sapphire and diamond cocktail ring was designed and created in 1950 by Oscar Heyman. The high-domed top is formed of seven arched lines of sapphire baguettes i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum 3.16tcw Diamond Dome Ring sz 5.75
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum dome ring contains 38 round diamonds 3.16cts (F-G/VS). It is stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and serial number 38376. Size 5.75 (can be sized at no ch...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Vintage Cocktail Ring Gold Platinum Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Oscar Heyman vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 18k gold and platinum, featuring a bold arrangement of rubies and diamonds. The center showcases three rows of rectangular, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oscar Heyman Star Sapphire Diamond Cluster Platinum Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Oscar Heyman star sapphire diamond cluster platinum ring. The ring features a striking combination of star sapphires (total weight is 25....
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 1980's 3.60 CTW Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Bombé Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval mixed-cut rubyweighing 0.70 carat - transparent purplish red in color with medium saturation Prong set in basket with a bombé shaped surround pavé set with round br...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Oscar Heyman 1.68ct Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, USA, 1990
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Heyman ring composed of 18K yellow gold, rubies, and diamonds. The featured oval shaped ruby is 1.68 carats, and is accented by calibré cut ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Bros. Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Heyman Bros. ring composed of 18K yellow gold with calibré-cut blue sapphires and round brilliant-cut diamonds. The 24 round diamonds total 0.65 carats, G-H color and VVS-VS c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Vintage Square Cut Diamond Platinum Bombe Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Innately stately this Oscar Heyman vintage square cut diamond platinum dome style ring is pure grace. Includes certificate of authenticity from Oscar Heyman. Circa 1969. Stamped w...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 1980's Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Bombé Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval mixed-cut sapphire weighing 0.80 carat - transparent blue in color with medium saturation Prong set in basket with a bombé shaped surround pavé set with round brill...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Platinum Pearl And Diamond 6.00cttw Cluster Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage Oscar Heyman ring featuring a luminous round pearl at its center, elegantly surrounded by a mix of marquise, oval, and round-cut diamonds. The design has a subtle...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Platinum Band Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Platinum Cocktail Band Ring, securely set with 5 Fine high quality French cut Rubies, weighing approx. 2.07 total carats and Diamonds weighing approx. 0.65 total ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, 2.11ct Ruby, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in luminous 18 karat yellow gold, this exceptional hinged ring is a true celebration of elegance and fine design. At its center rests a vivid natu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$12,750Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman 1.72 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Gent's Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman satin-finished platinum flush set gent's ring contains a 1.72ct sapphire and 2 trilliant diamonds (I-G/SI1-VS2, 0.23tcw). It is stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Brothers Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, American, circa 1925.
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers. Set to centre with three square step cut natural unenhanced Ceyl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Gold Platinum Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Oscar Heyman diamond & ruby ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Six round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 0.20 carats (estimated at F-G col...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.50 Carat Natural Star Sapphire Diamond Men's Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920’s men’s violet blue star Sapphire diamond ring. Set in platinum with diamond accents. Excellent translucency and well-formed star. See GIA pic...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby Cabochon Cocktail Ring with Rubies and Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby Cabochon Cocktail Ring with Rubies and Diamonds made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The total weight of the ring is 14.30 grams. The ring size is US 6. The diamonds weigh appx. 0.9...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 45.18 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1920's translucent 45.18 carat star sapphire Art Deco cocktail ring. Platinum setting accented with trapezoid, kite and round diamonds. GIA certified no heat, no enhancement...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$59,200Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Plat
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning statement ring by Oscar Heyman showcases a captivating natural oval-cut ruby of exceptional color and brilliance, weighing approximately 2.31 carats. The vivid purplish...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Ring c1945 Bombe Fluted Dome 14k Gold Sz 5.75 Shell Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Cartier bombe cocktail ring (circa 1945) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The stylish vintage ring features a fluted high dome in a textured shell motif. The whimsical design of the ring highlights the bold aesthetic of the retro period. The dome rises 9mm from the finger (0.35 inches) and sits comfortably on the hand. We were lucky to acquire the set of jewelry including the ring, brooch and earrings (each sold separately). The ring is accompanied by a letter of expertise from the International Antique Jewelers...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,750Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman ring is made from platinum and contains a rare 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire and 14 colorless round diamonds weighing 1.48cts. Cat's-eye sapphires display the phenomen...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 1980 1.80 CTW Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dome shaped form comprised of tiered wire With round brilliant cut diamonds prong set in platinum Weighing approximately 1.00 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity Acc...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 18k Yellow Gold Channel Baguette Ruby & Diamond Domed Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (15) Natural Genuine Ruby - Claibre Custom Cut - Channel Set - Deep Clean Red - 2.50ctw (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman OHB Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire Swirl Dome Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Oscar Heyman Brothers OHB Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire Swirl Dome Cocktail Ring GIA report number: 2233928520 Diamond: 0.84 carat E VVS2 oval natural diamond Accent diamonds: App...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond Dome Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Baguette cut Rubies weighing a total of 1.90 carats, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 1.08 carats. Signed by Oscar Heyman Size 6 1/2
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Vintage Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Domed Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dome shaped form comprised of tiered wire With round brilliant cut diamonds prong set in platinum Weighing approximately 0.80 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity Acc...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Domed Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dome shaped form comprised of tiered wire With round brilliant cut diamonds prong set in platinum Weighing approximately 0.80 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity Acc...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Dramatic Large 7 Row Ruby and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Aspen, CO
Dramatic Ruby and diamond ring by the world famous House of Oscar Heyman. Set in 18K yellow gold and weighing 15.2 grams. This is a 7 row band - the largest Oscar Heyman made of th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Paraiba Tourmaline Cabochon Ring by Oscar Heyman, 5.17 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
A 5.17-carat cabochon Paraiba tourmaline displays a remarkable intensity of color at the center of this ring by the celebrated Oscar Heyman. Its electric blue color is certified by t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Brothers GIA Certified Oval Diamond & Sapphire Swirl Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Oscar Heyman Brothers GIA Certified Oval .94 G SI2 Diamond & Blue Sapphire Dome Swirl Cocktail Ring Size 6 GIA Report Number: 5211319912 (note original report pictured for details) ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Diamond Sapphire Platinum Swirl Ring GIA, circa 1965
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oscar Heyman Diamond Sapphire Platinum Swirl Ring Circa 1965 A round brilliant diamond center weighing .80 carat, D color, VS1 clarity centering a swirl of tapered baguette cut diamo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy and timeless cocktail ring created by Oscar Heyman in the 1960s. Elegant and wearable, the ring is a great addition to your jewelry collection. The ring is made of platinum a...
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Dome Ring, Signed Oscar Heyman
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Beautiful symmetry is achieved with three strokes of baguette rubies alternating with five rows of brilliant white diamonds. The diamonds weigh .80 carats in total. Signed and number...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold