Among the famed gemstones that Harry Winston (1896–1978) encountered over the course of his career was the Hope diamond, which he donated to the Smithsonian Institution in 1958. Today, Winston is regarded as the “King of Diamonds” and the “Jeweler to the Stars” as one of the first to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy earrings, necklaces and other fine jewelry for red-carpet events.
Winston’s father had immigrated to New York from Ukraine and ran a small jewelry shop where a young Harry learned about precious stones, enough, the story goes, to identify a real emerald in a heap of pawnshop jewelry at the age of 12. His early success involved turning that eye to estate sale collections that he transformed by freeing gemstones from dated ornamentation, giving them new cuts and modern settings. He opened Harry Winston Inc. in 1932, where he influenced 20th-century-jewelry trends by always elevating the stones rather than adding the lavish decorations that had pervaded jewelry in the 19th century.
The first of the celebrated diamonds to be purchased by Winston was the 726-carat uncut Jonker, acquired in 1935. Many others followed, including the 726.60-carat Vargas from Brazil which, in 1938, he tracked down across multiple continents after he read a brief newspaper notice about its discovery. The rarity and beauty of the gemstones he pursued and presented in his boutiques made the Winston brand synonymous with excellence.
Winston was also a pioneer of marketing as the first jeweler to dress an Academy Awards nominee when he loaned some diamond jewelry to Jennifer Jones for the 1944 Oscar ceremony. Winston was renowned for his eye for the finest of gemstones and the ability to design pieces in order to best flaunt their natural dazzle. He regularly showed off his collection in touring exhibitions, such as the 1949 “Court of Jewels,” which featured the Hope diamond. His storied past and long legacy is continued by the House of Harry Winston and its salons in Japan, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of Harry Winston jewelry that includes bracelets, wedding rings, engagement rings and other accessories.
Harry Winston 5.7 Carat Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and iconic Harry Winston diamond engagement ring showcasing a magnificent 5.17 carat Natural Marquise Brilliant Cut diamond accented by tapered baguette side stones, all metic...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 4.02 ct Pear Diamond Soleste Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 4.02 ct Pear Diamond Soleste Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z156993 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 4.02 ct Pear Diamond Soleste Engagement Ring Condition D...
Diamond, Platinum
J. Birnbach 3.02 carat Pear Diamond Engagement Ring with Tapered Baguettes
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic, this three stone engagement ring by J. Birnbach is a lovely statement piece. The center diamond is a GIA certified 3.02 carat pear shape, with H color and SI2 cla...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.04 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous three-stone engagement ring, showcasing a 4.04 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as I color and SI2 clarity, set on a five prong setting. Flanked by tapered bague...
Diamond, Platinum
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Alexander GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring Platinum
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning and classic three-stone diamond engagement ring, GIA certified. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. Center stone, 2.01ct pear cut diamond. G color grade, SI1 clarity g...
Diamond, Platinum
Important 5.82 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Magnificent 5.82 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Ring is truly beautiful, comes with GIA Certificate. Set with two pear shape diamonds. The total weight is 1 Carat. The center diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Incredible Platinum 1.50ct GIA D/Internally Flawless Pear Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
When only the best will do! This custom platinum ring features a near perfect 1.50 carat pear shaped diamond graded by the Gemological Institute of America as D color (as white as diamonds get!) and Internally Flawless clarity. The center diamond is expertly set in a 5 prong setting flanked by a tapered baguette on either side adding another 0.18 carats for a total diamond weight of 1.68 carats. The ring weighs 5.7 grams and is currently a size 6.5 (easily resized up or down). This platinum pear shaped...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.37 Ct Pear Shape Diamond & Tapered Baguette Three-Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This quintessential engagement ring features a natural, certified 6.37 carat Pear Brilliant diamond of I color and SI2 clarity as described by GIA grading report #2225889896. This impactful diamond has the mm spread of a 7.5 ct + and possesses a voluptuous and beautifully calibrated outline. 100% eye-clean, this big-looking stone is set in a handmade, platinum ring mounting...
Diamond, Platinum
J. Birnbach 5.52 carat Pear Diamond Engagement Ring with Tapered Baguettes
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This classic three stone engagement ring by J. Birnbach features a stunning 5.52 GIA certified pear shape diamond. The diamond is K color and SI2 clarity, and has a beautifully elong...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.41 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring, showcasing a 6.41 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as F color and IF clarity*, set on a seven prong setting. Flanked by tapered baguette cut dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.73ct G VS1 Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Classic Setting engagement ring in platinum, featuring a 1.73 carat round brilliant diamond, G color, VS1 clarity, excellent cut, polish, and symmetry, in a six-prong setting with two rows of pavé diamonds running down each side of the knife edge, totaling approximately 0.40 carats, F color, VS clarity. Size 5, weighing 4.0 grams. Recently professionally polished and in showroom condition. Retail $56,000. The multi-row pavé shoulders are what set this apart from a standard Classic Setting solitaire — rather than a single line of diamonds along the shank, this band carries a full, rounded field of pavé that wraps partway around the finger, giving the ring brilliant sparkle. At 1.73 carats with G color and VS1 clarity, the center diamond stands out on it's own, and set against this much surrounding brilliance, the overall effect is dramatic without losing the center diamond's prescence. The Tiffany laser inscription is intact, and the ring comes with its original diamond certificate and a 2019 store receipt. Tiffany introduced the six-prong Classic Setting in 1886, and it remains the most recognized engagement ring silhouette in the world. This pavé variation is a more contemporary interpretation, adding density and sparkle to the band while preserving the setting's signature elevated profile. Condition: Excellent. Recently professionally polished. No scratches, no dents. Showroom condition. Hallmarks clear and legible on ring. Tiffany laser inscription on diamond intact. Details Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Tiffany Pavé...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval .61 cts Center Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring featuring a 0.61 carat oval brilliant diamond of exceptional H color and VVS2 clarity, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. C...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1.10 Ct Platinum Harmony Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring H VS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A stunning example of Tiffany's Harmony setting this ring features a 1.10ct round brilliant diamond graded H in color — near colorless, facing up bright and white in the platinum set...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.50ct F-VS1 Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Classic Setting solitaire engagement ring in platinum, featuring a 1.50 carat round brilliant diamond, F color, VS1 clarity, excellent cut, excellent polish, very g...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum .21 ct D VVS1 Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Classic Tiffany & Co. six-prong solitaire in platinum, set with a 0.21 carat round brilliant diamond graded D color and VVS1 clarity. The ring features the traditional Tiffany ba...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 0.92ct I-VS1 Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Classic Setting solitaire engagement ring in platinum, featuring a 0.92 carat round brilliant diamond, I color, VS1 clarity, excellent cut, polish, and symmetry, in...
Diamond, Platinum
