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Graff Heart

GRAFF  Diamond Heart  Earrings
GRAFF  Diamond Heart  Earrings

GRAFF Diamond Heart Earrings

$39,000

H 2.25 in W 1.25 in

GRAFF Diamond Heart Earrings

By Graff

Located in New York, NY

Perfect present just for the very "Special" person! Graff Diamond Heart Earrings! This pair of

Category

Early 2000s British Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Graff 4 Carat Pendant Necklace Heart, Oval and Pear Shape Diamonds
Graff 4 Carat Pendant Necklace Heart, Oval and Pear Shape Diamonds

Graff 4 Carat Pendant Necklace Heart, Oval and Pear Shape Diamonds

By Graff

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant and refined diamond pendant necklace by Graff, showcasing the house’s unmistakable

Category

2010s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

Embodying the very essence of understated elegance in a most refined manner, this exquisite Graff

Category

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Materials

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Graff Heart-Shape Ruby Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Graff Heart-Shape Ruby Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Graff Heart-Shape Ruby Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Graff

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classy elegant Heart pendant necklace created by Laurence Graff. This romantic necklace with the

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Materials

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Graff Lady's Yellow Gold, Diamond and Emerald Heart-Shaped Wristwatch
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Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

METAL TYPE: Platinum STONE WEIGHT: 3.70ct twd (est) TOTAL WEIGHT: 3.9g RING SIZE: 6 REFERENCE #: 15684-LXXXX CONDITION: Pre-owned, Excellent condition.

Category

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By Graff

Located in Carmel, IN

Graff has been known for exceptional quality in fine jewelry since the mid 1900's. Their designs

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond Bracelet with Heart Shape Charm
Graff Diamond Bracelet with Heart Shape Charm

Graff Diamond Bracelet with Heart Shape Charm

By Graff

Located in New York, NY

Graff Diamond Bracelet with Heart Shape Charm This bracelet has 12 round brilliant diamonds with a

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond and Sapphire Heart Yellow Gold Ring
Graff Diamond and Sapphire Heart Yellow Gold Ring

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By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

Perfect even for the most glamorous events, this vintage ring designed by Graff is made of classy

Category

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Materials

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Graff 18 Karat Diamond Pave Heart Gold Pendant Necklace
Graff 18 Karat Diamond Pave Heart Gold Pendant Necklace

Graff 18 Karat Diamond Pave Heart Gold Pendant Necklace

By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

This gorgeous necklace is a Graff design that is presented with an 18K white gold chain onto which

Category

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Graff 18k White Gold & Diamond Tennis Bracelet Heart Motif Rare
Graff 18k White Gold & Diamond Tennis Bracelet Heart Motif Rare

Graff 18k White Gold & Diamond Tennis Bracelet Heart Motif Rare

By Graff

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Graff 18k White Gold & Diamond Heart Bracelet Rare Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet with Heart Diamond Charm
Graff Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet with Heart Diamond Charm

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By Graff

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning diamond and 18 karat white gold tennis bracelet created by Laurence Graff. The bracelet

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond Charm Bracelet in Platinum
Graff Diamond Charm Bracelet in Platinum

Graff Diamond Charm Bracelet in Platinum

By Graff

Located in New York, NY

Graff Diamond Charm Bracelet In Platinum. The bracelet consist of 12 round brilliant cut diamonds

Category

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Materials

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Graff 18K White Gold  6.05ct White and Black Diamond Pave Heart Necklace
Graff 18K White Gold  6.05ct White and Black Diamond Pave Heart Necklace

Graff 18K White Gold 6.05ct White and Black Diamond Pave Heart Necklace

By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

This exquisite creation by Graff is a testament to the British jeweler's exceptional craftsmanship

Category

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Materials

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Graff Multi Color Sapphire and White Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k
Graff Multi Color Sapphire and White Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k

Graff Multi Color Sapphire and White Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k

By Graff

Located in Los Angeles, CA

in 18k white gold. Push back setting. Signed Graff. Comes with box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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Graff 2.69 Carat Ruby and 4.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Graff 2.69 Carat Ruby and 4.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet

Graff 2.69 Carat Ruby and 4.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet

By Graff

Located in Dallas, TX

From famed jewelry company Graff, this 2.69 carat, heart shaped ruby is as lovely as they get

Category

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Materials

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Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Graff Heart Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

Embodying the very essence of understated elegance in a most refined manner, this exquisite Graff

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond Platinum Heart Necklace
Graff Diamond Platinum Heart Necklace

Graff Diamond Platinum Heart Necklace

By Graff

Located in Miami, FL

Graff platinum heart necklace containing 19 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1ct F color and

Category

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Graff Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Ring

By Graff

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Romantic and colorful heart-shaped ring created by renowned jeweler Laurence Graff. Timeless and

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GRAFF Diamond Bracelet
GRAFF Diamond Bracelet

GRAFF Diamond Bracelet

By Graff

Located in New York, NY

. Signed Graff, numbered xxxxx. Length: 7 inches. Width: 7.3mm. Heart drop: Width 10mm, Length: 16mm (with

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Graff Diamonds Heart and Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Graff Diamonds Heart and Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

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By Graff

Located in Southampton, PA

Lavish and resplendent, this fascinating engagement ring from Graff is made of prestigious platinum

Category

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Materials

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Graff Diamond Drop Earrings Gold Heart Shape Certified Diamonds 1.63 & 1.76 ct
Graff Diamond Drop Earrings Gold Heart Shape Certified Diamonds 1.63 & 1.76 ct

Graff Diamond Drop Earrings Gold Heart Shape Certified Diamonds 1.63 & 1.76 ct

By Graff

Located in London, GB

A pair of diamond drop earrings by Graff, stamped "GRAFF 9859". Designed as round brilliant cut

Category

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Graff Heart Silhouette White Gold 1.62 Carat Round Diamond Drop/Dangle Earrings
Graff Heart Silhouette White Gold 1.62 Carat Round Diamond Drop/Dangle Earrings

Graff Heart Silhouette White Gold 1.62 Carat Round Diamond Drop/Dangle Earrings

By Graff

Located in Columbia, MO

Stone Creation Natural Main Stone Diamond Brand Graff Collection Heart Silhouette Metal White Gold Total

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Heart Shape Diamond Ring with 2.56 Carat Heart Shape Diamond

Heart Shape Diamond Ring with 2.56 Carat Heart Shape Diamond

By Graff

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful engagement ring features a GIA certified 2.56 carat Heart Shaped, D color

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Graff Heart For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of graff heart you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 11 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect item from our selection of graff heart may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 4 Carat and 4.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and heart cut versions for sale. When shopping for a choice in our collection of graff heart, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Graff Heart?

On average, a piece of graff heart at 1stDibs sells for $29,300, while they’re typically $3,300 on the low end and $100,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Graff for sale on 1stDibs

The British jeweler Sir Laurence Graff (b. 1938) became utterly mesmerized by diamonds when he undertook his first apprenticeship at age 15 in London’s Hatton Garden jewelry district. It wasn't long before he established his now-celebrated eponymous brand, which produces engagement rings, necklaces, rings, earrings, stand-alone jewels, watches and more — all entirely in-house.

Graff had enrolled in classes at Central School of Arts and Crafts, and while he initially showed promise and was highly regarded, the shop owner, Mr. Schindler — who had his apprentice scrubbing floors and toilets — soon changed his tune, deeming him subpar. Undeterred, Graff learned to repair rings and designed small jewels at a humble workbench in his bedroom. He opened a 24-hour ring-repair service with a business partner and, in 1960, founded his luxury house. Two retail locations followed in London in 1962. Graff would go on to become one of the finest diamantaires in the world and was appointed an OBE in 2013 by Queen Elizabeth for his services to the jewelry industry.

Graff is known for handling some of the most famous diamonds in the world, including the Windsor Yellows, the Paragon, the Lesotho Promise and the Wittelsbach-Graff. He also purchased the 302.37-carat Graff Lesedi La Rona, which, at the time, was the largest diamond ever graded by the Gemological Institute of America. The GIA certified the diamond — then the second-largest gem-quality rough diamond on record — as being of highest color and highest clarity. Lucara Diamond Corporation workers discovered the 1,109-carat rough diamond in 2015 at the Karowe mine in Botswana, and after Graff purchased the diamond in 2017, his gemologists and craftsmen spent more than 18 months polishing its final facets.

While many jewels, such as the Graff Lesedi La Rona, remain in Graff’s collection, he does sell extremely high-quality stand-alone jewels. Gems in his showrooms can reportedly fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars on average. Although these stones are perhaps slightly out of the budget of a typical Graff jewelry client, the house does work with more reasonably priced, but no less exceptional gems for its collections.

Naturally, diamonds feature prominently in Graff jewelry, which is known for being more avant-garde than traditional, although Graff does create classic engagement rings, too. The jeweler’s ready-to-wear collections integrate naturalistic motifs like butterflies, bows and sunbursts, as well as striking silhouettes like the crisscrossed Kiss, the clustered Threads and the swirling Inspired by Twombly line, which pays homage to the work of American painter and sculptor Cy Twombly. And while diamonds are the main focus for Graff, his jewelry occasionally features other precious and semiprecious stones.

Browse Graff watches, rings, earrings and other accessories on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About Graff
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many jewelry lovers believe that Graff is worth it. Graff is known for handling some of the most famous diamonds in the world, including the Windsor Yellows, the Paragon, the Lesotho Promise and the Wittelsbach-Graff. Naturally, diamonds are featured prominently in Graff jewelry, which is known for being more avant-garde, although Graff creates classic pieces, too. The jeweler’s ready-to-wear collections integrate motifs like butterflies, bows and sunbursts, as well as striking silhouettes like the crisscrossed Kiss, the clustered Threads and the swirling Inspired by Twombly line, which pays homage to the work of American painter and sculptor Cy Twombly. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Graff jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Graff jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs.