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 18k Gold & Platinum 6.59ct Morganite & FV Yellow Diamond Pendant
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold and platinum pendant on a 18'' platinum chain contains 1 Pear Shape Morganite (6.59cts) surrounded by 26 Round Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamonds (1.25cts). It ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Morganite, Platinum, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman 2.51ct Tsavorite & Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum pendant contains a bright 2.51ct vivid green East African Tsavorite surrounded by 16 tapered baguettes (2.40tcw, F-G/VS quality) that are angled in an oval fram...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
$4,500Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum 0.53ct Black Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman's platinum Star of David pendant necklace contains 0.53cts of black diamonds. The necklace is stamped with the makers mark, PLAT, and serial number 903043. The necklace...
Black Diamond, Platinum
$15,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Gold & Platinum 1.99tcw All Diamond Eternity Pendant
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman's elegant pendant necklace contains a braided fancy golden yellow and white diamond eternity loop, with 1.99tcw of diamonds. It is on a light weight 18k yellow gold chai...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
$5,712Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Emerald Necklace Platinum 9.70 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald Diamond Necklace set in Fine Platinum 9.70 TCW GIA Certified $16,950 921902 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! This magnificent Emerald necklace...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$5,525 / item
H 0.5 in W 0.38 in D 0.14 in
Alex Sepkus "Cross" Pendant Necklace with Tsavorite Garnet and Diamonds in Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Cross" pendant necklace with one vivid green tsavorite garnet and five brilliant white diamonds. Hand-hammered 18 k...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$513 / item
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in
18k Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace Minimal Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pave Diamond Star Necklace is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natural genuine diamond. Each ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$552Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Letter "M" Pendant Necklace 14k Gold 0.19 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond Letter "M" Pendant Necklace 18" 14k Gold 0.19 TCW Certified $1,950 121278 MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pear...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Pink Tourmaline Pendant '5 Ct', 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Pink Tourmaline pendant weighing 5.14 cts. Total Weight: 2.6 Grams. Comes with 16" Sterling Silver Gold Plated Chain.
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
0.26 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Star Of David Pendant 14k Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 18" Pendant Measurement: 16.50 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18K Pendant 14K Chain Hallmarks: 18K & 14K Total Weight: 3 Gram Stone Type: 0.26 CT...
Diamond
$487 / item
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in
14k Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace Minimal Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pave Diamond Star Necklace is made of 14K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natural genuine diamond. Each diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$561 / item
Dm 0.17 in
14k Gold 3 mm Ct Diamond Necklace Brilliant Cut Round Solitaire Diamond Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant White Sparkly Natural Diamond Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural Diamond hanging in center of a thin dainty gold chain a perfect choice for everyday wear. It would be a perfect gift at any occasion celebrate her everlasting love with this breathtaking solitaire diamond pendant necklace. "ALL OUR ITEMS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING AROUND THE WORLD" "AVAILABLE IN WHITE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 14K GOLD IN THIS LISTING, PLEASE WRITE A NOTE TO US ABOUT YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR WHEN YOU ORDER, SINCE 1st Dibs SYSTEM DOESN'T SHOW GOLD COLOR" IF YOU NEED THIS ITEM IN 10K GOLD, PLEASE WRITE US A MESSAGE ABOUT 10K GOLD COLOR & WE WILL CREATE A CUSTOM LISTING FOR YOUR PURCHASE. DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT ***Details*** - Gold :- 14k Solid Gold. - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Pendant Measurement :- 4.2 mm Outer Diameter. - Chain Length :- We Offer 16" (15+1), 17" (16+1) & 18" (17+1) ADJUSTABLE TO 1", EASY TO USE - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total CTW :- 0.12 ct. - Number of Diamonds :- 1 - Diamond Size :- 3 mm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$518 / item
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in
18k Gold Emerald Star of David Pendant Necklace Minimal Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful little minimalist necklace is made of 18k solid gold adorned with natural AAA quality Emerald. Available in three colors of gold : White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. D...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant
Located in London, GB
A timeless vintage 9ct yellow gold star of David pendant, beautifully set with natural diamonds for a subtle sparkle. This meaningful piece represents faith, heritage, and classic el...
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Baguette Diamond Necklace Minimalist Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Baguette Diamond Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. This beautiful minimalist necklace is a terrific way to add...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,820Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k yellow Gold "4 Clover" Diamond pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k Yellow Gold "4 Clover" Diamond pendant with diamonds of a 4 clover. On a chain with options of 15 or 16 inches. containing 4 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Sapphire Cross Pendant, 12.39 carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
This breathtaking cross pendant by renowned jeweler Oscar Heyman combines deep blue sapphires with the brilliance of diamonds to create a striking and symbolic design. The arms of th...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Oscar Heyman Ceylon Star Sapphire Pendant, 11.69 carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
This unique Oscar Heyman pendant features an exceptional star sapphire totaling an impressive 11.69 carats. The star sapphire has been certified ...
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Santa Maria Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Bethesda, MD
Experience unparalleled elegance with this Oscar Heyman Santa Maria Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace. At its heart is an exceedingly fine gem aquamarine, weighing 16.44 carats...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Pendant Heart Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
This Large Heart Pendant necklace by Oscar Heyman has approx. 25 cts ruby and 2 cts of diamond. With Certificate of Authenticity. Necklace Length 19 inches. Heart 37 mm x 40 mm
Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond Bouquet Brooch/Pendant, Vintage 1950s
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Stunning brooch by Oscar Heyman, set with royal blue colour sapphire and diamonds. The brooch design as a beautiful flower bouquet and shows statement of elegance. Brooch set in plat...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Diamond Pave and Emerald Round Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Southampton, PA
A piece that exudes class and prestige, this extraordinary Oscar Heyman necklace is presented in elegant platinum and luxuriously embellished with scintillating diamonds and regal em...
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Sapphire Diamond Gold Floral Brooch Pin
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Miami, FL
Dover Jewelry presents this diamond brooch and pendant by designer Oscar Heyman crafted in solid 18K gold. Embellished with 72 genuine Round cut Diamonds approx: 5.92cttw, F-G col...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold