Renowned for innovative designs that combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary style, London jeweler David Morris has been a favorite among discerning jewelry buyers, European royalty and Hollywood stars for the past 60 years.
Morris was born in North London in 1936. He apprenticed as a teenager under a leading jeweler in Hatton Garden, London’s jewelry quarter, and later attended the Central School of Arts and Crafts, where he studied goldsmithing.
In 1962, Morris opened his first atelier. His jewelry designs, which featured valuable gemstones like Colombian emeralds and Kashmir sapphires, soon attracted the attention of London’s wealthy and elite. In 1965, actor Richard Burton purchased for Elizabeth Taylor a heart-shaped diamond necklace that Morris designed. For Prince Charles’s 21st birthday in 1969, Morris was commissioned to design a gold dragon hood ornament for his Aston Martin convertible — the same car driven by Prince William and Catherine Middleton on their wedding day in 2011.
One of Morris’s most famous associations is with the James Bond films — indeed, the franchise’s relationship with jewelry isn’t simply about watches alone. In 1971, Morris created the lavish diamond jewelry prominently featured in the opening credits of Diamonds Are Forever. He also designed the jadeite pendant necklace worn by Bond girl Maud Adams in The Man With The Golden Gun, the Burmese sapphire ring and the diamond scoop necklace worn by Teri Hatcher in Tomorrow Never Dies, and, of course, Denise Richards’s rose-cut and micro-pavé adornments in The World Is Not Enough.
Morris’s company expanded from its initial Mayfair location to its flagship store on New Bond Street in London (established in 1996). The brand has opened several boutiques worldwide. David Morris cocktail rings, drop earrings, studs, pendant necklaces and brooches feature a glittering array of flawless diamonds, vibrant colored gemstones and luminous pearls. Today, the jewelry business is family-run, with his son Jeremy having been at the helm since 2003.
Morris’s jewelry has been featured in exhibitions such as “Designing 007 — Fifty Years of Bond Style,” which opened in 2012 at the Barbican in London. His pieces are also part of the permanent collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
On 1stDibs, find a range of David Morris jewelry that includes rings, earrings and necklaces.
2.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
2.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 2.20CT G-H ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold 14 Stones
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 1.50...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.50 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Necklace Pendant G SI 14 Karat White Gold
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
3.50 Carat Natural Diamond and Oval Ruby Necklace 14K White Gold 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 3.50CT G-H SI 14...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.00 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold 30 Stones
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 3.00CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.80 Carat Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
0.80 Carat Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.80CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.50 Carat Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Aqua and diamond halo pendant necklace. 5.50ct natural untreated oval aqua surrounded by 18 round brilliant cut accent diamonds in 14k white gold. 18 inch chain. 1 oval cut ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
9.50Ct Natural Tanzanite & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.50Ct Natural Tanzanite & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant Total Natural Oval Tanzanite Weight is: Approx. 6.10 Carats Natural Tanzanite Measure: 14.00 x 10.00mm Total Natura...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.50 Carat Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This stunningly 0.50 Carat Round White Diamond on a delicate chain has been designed by Hasbani Diamonds. This elegant and sparkling treasure has been set in 18 Karat White Gold and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Phenomenal 3.01ct 18kt White Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sure to become a staple piece in any collection, this 18 karat white gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 5 well matched round brilliant cut diamonds for a total carat weight ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold 0.13 Carat Diamond Heart Paved Pendant Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
This Stunning & Cute Pave Diamond Heart Pendant crafted of 14K White Gold features approximately 0.13 ct of Round Natural Diamonds, on a adjustable 16,17 & 18" Chain. Diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds by The Yard Double Sided 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Classic and perfect for everyday! Diamonds by the yard necklace features 20 diamonds bezel set in 18k white gold and a 18k yellow gold chain. Please note the diamonds are on both sid...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
30.32 Carat Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Necklace One of a Kind
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning 30.32 carat opal diamond necklace is handmade in 14K white gold and 2.14 carats glimmering diamonds. One of a Kind Please note that carat weights may slightly vary as eac...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alexander 1.60ct Diamonds by the Yard Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite round brilliant diamonds by the yard modern necklace. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 5 round brilliant diamonds, 1.60 carats total. Approximately G/H color and SI clarity. Bez...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold "Diamonds by the Yard" Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat yellow gold "Diamonds by the Yard" 18.5 inch necklace, containing 16 round full cut diamonds of very good quality weighing .40pts. the settings are double sided.
Diamond, 14k Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: diamonds: 8 PIECES ROUND DIAMOND carat total weight: APPROX .10 CTw color: G clarity: VS metal: GOLD type: Diamonds by the Yard weight:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Graduated Riviere Necklace 8.26 Carats G SI 14 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Rhodium plated 14K White Gold riviere necklace featuring one diamond weighing 8.26 Carats G-H SI Color G-H Clarity S This item has been appraised and inspected by a certified Gemolo...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$1,380Sale Price|20% Off
L 17.33 in
Pendant Necklace Cross Rhodium Black and White Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
This magnificent cross pendant necklace embodies timeless elegance and modern sophistication. Crafted in black rhodium-plated 18-carat white gold, this exceptional piece of jewellery...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
David Morris 95.26 Carat Sapphire 7.01 Carat Diamond Necklace
By David Morris
Located in Dallas, TX
Spectacular and bright! This handcrafted necklace by famed London jewelry designer David Morris measures 16 1/2 inches in length and features oval and pearl shaped green, pink and b...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Morris 72.58 Carats Diamonds Gold Three Strand Necklace
By David Morris
Located in New Orleans, LA
This incredible three-strand diamond collar necklace by London jewelry designer David Morris hails from the collection of "arguably the world's most powerful woman." This important n...
Diamond, Platinum