David Yurman Blue Topaz Two-Tone Convertible Earrings
View Similar Items
David Yurman Blue Topaz Two-Tone Convertible Earrings
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Stone:
- Dimensions:Length: 1 in (25.4 mm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1990s
- Condition:Professionally polished to remove scratches.
- Seller Location:Coral Gables, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 647-20000391stDibs: LU123436905272
David Yurman
Perhaps the ultimate artistic couple, sculptor David Yurman (b. 1942) and his wife, painter Sybil Kleinrock (b. 1942), couldn’t have imagined they’d build an internationally renowned fine jewelry empire when they met in 1969 at a sculpture studio in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village.
Eleven years later, in 1980, the duo established the David Yurman brand and it boomed almost instantly, a by-product of the pair’s love for and commitment to making art. (They’ve been known to call their business as well as their relationship “one big art project.”) In fact, Yurman’s most recognizable piece, the Cable bracelet, was inspired by his background in metalworking and direct welding, skills he learned when he was just a teenager. It is a marvelously modern accessory rooted in everything from jewelry motifs of ancient Syria to the natural formations of tree branches that would yield the Cable ring, earrings and other items.
When Long Island, New York–born Yurman was in high school, he spent a summer visiting his sister in Provincetown, Massachusetts, where he met Cuban sculptor Ernesto González, who taught him how to heat and fuse metals. After that fateful summer, Yurman experimented feverishly with bronze sculpture and, eventually, minimalist jewelry design.
Yurman studied briefly at New York University, opting to drop out after a year to hitchhike across the United States, ending up in an artist colony on California’s Big Sur coastline. The bustling artists’ scene in New York during the 1960s eventually drew him back to the East Coast. There, he trained under Cubist sculptor Jacques Lipchitz, and, by 1969, he was a foreman in sculptor Hans Van de Bovenkamp’s Greenwich Village studio. It was in the studio that he met Kleinrock.
Kleinrock and Yurman began a romantic relationship, and he designed her a sculptural welded bronze necklace to wear to an art gallery opening. The gallery owner was so enchanted by the design — Yurman called it the Dante — that she wanted to buy it on the spot. Yurman refused because he considered the gift too personal, but his partner left it with the dealer. Within hours, four necklaces were sold and a brand was born.
A year after the two married in 1979 — the ceremony included simple gold rings Yurman had soldered from gold in his workshop — they officially launched David Yurman. Three years later, one of his most popular designs, the Cable bracelet, hit the market.
Today, David Yurman engagement rings, bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings are widely treasured, distinctive works of American jewelry design.
- David Yurman Two Tone Heart BroochBy David YurmanLocated in Coral Gables, FLDavid Yurman Sterling Silver Heart Pin with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Accent. 1 Inch by 1 Inch.Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
- David Yurman Two Tone Men's BraceletBy David YurmanLocated in Coral Gables, FLDavid Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Bracelet Measuring 8.5 Inches Long. Wheat Chain Design with Gold Tube Front. $2,200 MSRP.Category
Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets
Materials18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
- John Hardy Blue Topaz Bamboo Hoop EarringsBy John HardyLocated in Coral Gables, FLJohn Hardy Bamboo Hoop Earrings Crafted in Sterling Silver Featuring 2 Oval Blue Topaz. 1.5 Inch Diameter. Pierced Post with Large Friction Back. $450 MSRP.Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Hoop Earrings
MaterialsBlue Topaz, Sterling Silver
- Woven Two Tone Gold HoopsLocated in Coral Gables, FL14 Karat Gold Two Tone Hoop Earrings Featuring A Tapered Basketweave Design. Pierced Post with Omega Clip Back. Finished Weight is 6.5 Grams.Category
Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings
MaterialsGold, 14k Gold
- Reversible Two Tone Pave Diamond HuggiesLocated in Coral Gables, FL14 Karat Gold Two Tone Reversible Huggie Hoop Earrings Featuring 64 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of SI2 Clarity and H Color Totaling Approximately 1.00 Carats. 8.5mm Width x 15mm Dia...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
- Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Bezel Stud EarringsLocated in Coral Gables, FL14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings Featuring 2 Bezel Set Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Measuring 7.5mm x 10mm. Pierced Post with Omega Clip Back. Finished Weight Is 10.0 Grams.Category
2010s Stud Earrings
MaterialsBlue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,000 / set
- David Yurman Cable Collectables Two-Tone 14k Gold, Sterling Huggie Hoop EarringsBy David YurmanLocated in Fairfield, CTDavid Yurman's signature Cable motif elegantly complements a universally recognized symbol, crafting a contemporary talisman. This piece is designed with 14k gold at its core, surrou...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
MaterialsGold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
- $7500 / David Yurman / 18K Gold Two-Tone Diamond Metro J Hoop Earrings / LUXURYBy David YurmanLocated in Rancho Mirage, CADavid Yurman designer Earrings, stamped and hallmarked: © D.Y. 750 ☆ (Pictorial) Tag price $7500 Diamond is high quality and sparkly 18K Yellow and White gold, stamped 750K 13.1...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold
- Yianni Creations Blue Topaz and Diamond Silver Gold Two-Tone Dangle EarringsBy Yianni CreationsLocated in Astoria, NYThese Yianni Creations dangle earrings have been crafted in Greece for Eclyps Collection. This is our bigger size style earring all 100% Handmade from Fine Silver. Each earring featu...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings
MaterialsBlue Topaz, White Diamond, Topaz, Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver...
- Yianni Creations London Blue Topaz Fine Silver Gold 24 Karat Two-Tone EarringsBy Yianni CreationsLocated in Astoria, NYYianni Creations Midas Collection 100% Handmade Artisan Dangle Earrings from Fine Silver. Each stunning earring features 1.60 Carat Oval Cut London Blue Topaz complemented by unique ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings
MaterialsBlue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver, Palladium, Gold Plate, 24k G...
- David Yurman Sterling Silver Gold Cable Hoop EarringsBy David YurmanLocated in Miami Beach, FLDavid Yurman cable hoop earring featuring a 14k yellow gold line running between 2 sterling silver lines set between 2 cable sections. Marked ...Category
Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings
MaterialsGold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
- David Yurman Inspired Gold and Silver Tone Onyx Huggie EarringsLocated in Scottsdale, AZThese gorgeous David Yurman inspired huggie style earrings circa 1980s are so versatile and unique! Silver tone plating is complimented by gold tone detailing alongside black onyx st...Category
Vintage 1980s Hoop Earrings