When Enrico Grassi Damiani opened a goldsmith workshop in Valenza, Italy, in 1924, he established a brand that would completely change the jewelry industry. The seductive shapes that he sketched were translated into sculptural gold Damiani necklaces and rings and accented with diamonds and other precious stones, garnering the attention of Italy’s upper class. The jeweler’s designs, inspired by cityscapes as often as they were flowers and other natural-world forms, would find loyal patrons in the wealthy and now are celebrated as timeless works.
Even today, a ring Damiani designed during the early 20th century in tribute to Queen Margherita continues to inspire the Margherita collection with its daisies of diamonds and gold. One of Damiani’s 1920s designs was the Charleston necklace, a collier with a feather shape adorned with approximately 1,000 diamonds, inspired by revolutionary American-born French dancer and singer Josephine Baker, who’d taken to the stage sometimes clad in little more than pearl jewelry and a feather skirt.
For the next 40 years, Damiani maintained its status as the premier jeweler to Italy’s elite, adapting to restrictions on materials during World War II with pieces that saw an innovative integration of metal alloys and iron. After the war, Damiani’s son, Damiano Grassi Damiani, took over the family business and catapulted the Damiani name onto the international stage.
In the 1970s, Damiano led Damiani to become one of De Beers’s main partners, associating the Italian name with luxury and opulence in high-quality diamonds. He also introduced catalogues, which guaranteed fixed pricing, something radical for fine jewelry. In 1976, Damiani won the prestigious Diamonds International Award for its Shark bracelet, which Damiano’s wife, Gabriella Colombo Damiani, designed using two-toned gold and diamonds.
Following Damiano’s death in 1996, Gabriella took the helm, bringing on her three children — Silvia, Guido and Giorgio — to help oversee the company’s creative direction. In the 2000s, its expansion included new boutiques around the world as well as celebrity collaborations, such as the line of jewelry designed by actor Brad Pitt and goldsmiths in Valenza now available for customers as the D.Side.
Other celebrity partnerships included Sharon Stone, who collaborated on the Maji line to support clean water in Africa, and the Sophia Loren collection, which was inspired by the iconic style of the Italian actress. In 2009, Damiani designed the Harlequin Fantasy Bra for the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion show. The garment took 15 artisans more than 800 hours to craft by hand using 2,355 colorless and cognac-colored diamonds.
Today, the company continues to innovate creatively on its heritage with an eye toward the future, from the timeless Belle Époque collection, inspired by the sketches of founder Enrico Grassi Damiani, to diamond-adorned Apple watch covers.
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Damiani 18k White Gold 0.35ctw Diamond Rose Earrings
By Damiani
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Damiani Rose Earrings 18K White Gold Diamonds: 0.35ctw
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani Diamond Brushed White Gold Large Hoop Earrings
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Hoop Da Definire Earrings by Damiani. With 80 round old brilliant cut diamond E-G color, VS-SI clarity total weight approximately 2.00ct These earrings com...
Diamond, White Gold
Damiani Diamond And Cultured Pearl Drop Earrings 18K White Gold 0.45Cttw
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
These wonderful pair of Damiani drop earrings are designed in lustrous 18K white gold studded with round brilliant cut diamonds and cultured river white and black pearls. Total diamo...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani Diamond Spiral Teardrop 3 Motif White Gold Necklace
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Spiral Teardrop 3 Motif Necklace by Damiani. With 345 round brilliant cut diamonds VS2 Clarity and G Color total weight approximately 6....
Diamond, 18k Gold
Damiani 18K Rose Gold Band Ring Timeless Italian Elegance 6.5 Size
By Damiani
Located in Aventura, FL
Discover refined minimalism with this Damiani Rose Gold Band Ring — an iconic piece that combines classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Whether you’re celebrating a special mo...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.36ct Carats Damiani Drop Diamond Earrings F-G/VVS/VS 1.8 Long 18K White Gold
By Damiani
Located in Aventura, FL
Crafted with 18k whıte gold and adorned with 0.36ct. twd. This piece reflects Damiani's dedication to elegant design and exceptional materials. Details: Brand: Damiani Carat Weight:...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani Eden Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Eden Band Ring by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 0.65ct This ring comes with Box, Certificate and Tag. R...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Damiani Infinito Snake Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Damiani
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Designer: Damiani Metal: 18k White Gold Total Weight: 11 Grams Pendant Diameter: 1.3" x 1.3" Necklace Length: 18" Necklace Closure Type: Lobster Cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
DAMIANI Ego Bangle in Steel and 18kt White Gold - Micheletto
By Damiani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Bold and contemporary, this original Ego bangle by Damiani is crafted in 18kt white gold and enhanced by an internal steel core that ensures strength, flexibility, and long-lasting w...
18k Gold, White Gold, Steel
Damiani Sophia Loren 18k Rose Gold 2.32ctw Diamond Necklace
By Damiani
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Damiani Necklace Sophia Loren Collection 18K Rose Gold Diamonds: 2.32ctw
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Damiani Eden Snake Ring with Diamonds
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted 18k rose gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 0.96 carat. Signed by Damiani Made in Italy Size 6 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA 0.51ct Natural Round Brilliant Cut F/VVS1 Solitaire Diamond Damiani Ring
By Damiani
Located in Aventura, FL
Celebrate timeless love with this exquisite Damiani engagement ring, crafted in Platinum and adorned with a 0.51 carat brilliant-cut diamond. This elegant piece reflects Damiani’s re...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,750Sale Price|51% Off
Damiani Checkmate Diamond Gold Earrings
By Damiani
Located in Dallas, TX
These Damiani Checkmate earrings feature 0.90 cts of diamonds in white gold. Total weight is 14.0 grams. Earrings apx. 9/16-inch in width and apx. 11/16-inch in length. Signed, Damiani.
White Gold
Damiani Diamond Drop Cluster White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Drop Cluster Pendant Necklace by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately 1.19ct. This necklace comes with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Damiani Round Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18K White Gold 1.27Cttw
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
Flaunt your look with these beautiful diamond h00p earrings feature three rows of pave set round cut diamonds crafted in 18K white gold. Total diamond weight: 1.27 carats. Diamond co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani Madeira Mirror Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Madeira Mirror Diamond Cocktail Ring by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 0.80ct This ring comes with Damiani Box an...
Diamond, White Gold
Damiani Diamond Pearl Long Drop Chain Earrings 18K White Gold 0.54Cttw
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
These wonderful pair of Damiani long drop chain earrings are designed in lustrous 18K white gold. These earrings feature pave set round cut diamond studded post with long drop chain ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
DAMIANI South Sea Pearl Necklace and Earrings
By Damiani
Located in Chicago, IL
DAMIANI 18K White Gold 11-7mm Wide South Sea Pearl & 0.42 ct Round Brilliant Cut Pave Set Diamond Earrings & 5-Strand Necklace Set.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold