Lebanese-Italian jeweler Fawaz Gruosi (b. 1952) founded the Geneva-based de Grisogono in 1993, naming the luxury jewelry company after his mother, who had been the Marquise de Grisogono. He wanted a name that would conjure elegance and rarity. Gruosi would soon have his own aristocratic nickname — “King of Black Diamonds” — for the stones that made his jewelry house famous.
Born in Beirut, Gruosi grew up in Florence and as a teenager got a job with the Florentine jeweler Torrini and went on to work for luxury jewelry houses Harry Winston and Bulgari in the years that followed. When de Grisogono was established, most jewelers favored the simplicity of white diamonds and platinum. Gruosi was more interested in color and diamonds with character. Along with the then-undervalued black diamonds, he designed vibrant pieces that exuberantly mixed stones like emeralds, sapphires, amber, pink opal and jade.
De Grisogono's earrings, bracelets, rings and other audacious pieces bedecked with black diamonds captured the fancy of well-heeled buyers in the 1990s, leading to the brand’s meteoric rise to fame. It entered the world of luxury watches in 2000 with the Instrumento Uno for men, which led to the development of the Crazy Skull in 2015. The playful made-to-order timepiece could be outfitted with up to 45 carats of gems.
Since the early aughts, de Grisogono has become synonymous with A-listers who donned the jeweler’s wares on red carpets; the company was also known for hosting an annual party at the Cannes Film Festival. De Grisogono made headlines in 2017 by partnering with Christie’s to sell a necklace made with a dazzling 163.41-carat emerald-cut diamond for $33.7 million — a record price for a D-color flawless diamond.
In January 2020, the jewelry house filed for bankruptcy. Today, Gruosi continues to sell his intricately designed decadent pieces from his namesake boutique in London.
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de Grisogono Ventaglio bracelet in 18k gold & diamonds. Part of set with earring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in London, GB
This spectacular Ventaglio bracelet by de Grisogono is made of 18k pink gold and adorned with alternating rows of white and icy diamonds. In total there are approximately 11.25 carat...
Diamond, Gold
De Grisogono Diamond and Gemstone Butterfly Bangle
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
De Grisogono diamond and gemstone butterfly bangle in 18k yellow gold. The butterfly is set with 1.01ct pear marquise cut diamond and 0.35ct pear shape diamond. Encrusted with round ...
Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
de GRISOGONO 18-karat Gold and Allegra Bracelet Parrot
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
Parrot green calf leather 18kt white gold and tsavorites and blue sapphires Allegra bracelet from de Grisogono featuring a wrap-around silhouette • White gold 9.50 gr • 38 tsavorit...
18k Gold
de GRISOGONO Toi & Moi 18-karat Pink Gold, Pink Opal Cuff
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
A "quintessential symbol of connection", de GRISOGONO's 'Toi & Moi' cuff represents the deep bonds of love and friendship. Handcrafted from flawless 18-karat pink gold, this slender ...
Gold
de GRISOGONO Pink Gold & Turquoise Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
de GRISOGONO Pink Gold & Turquoise Bracelet • 44.8 grams Pink Gold • 19 Emeralds 2.6ct • 22 Turquoises 61.5ct
de GRISOGONO Allegra Pink Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
• Metal: White Gold • Metal Purity: 18 kt • Main Stone: 204 White Diamonds • Main Stone Weight: 7.10 ct • Metal Weight: 47.70 gr
18k Gold
De Grisogono Black & White Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet in White Gold
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
A semi-flexible cuff bangle bracelet, showcasing black diamonds weighing 13.50 carats total and white diamonds weighing 11.00 carats total with F ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire and Diamond Bangle Bracelet Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pink sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet features 30 calibrated oval cut faceted pink sapphires of brilliant hues for a total of...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,965
H 2.37 in W 1.86 in Dm 1.86 in L 2.37 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Peridot and Tourmaline Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting a cuff bracelet all handmade from sterling silver and solid 18 Karat yellow gold granulation work decorated to create a unique look. This bracelet features 2.80 Carat cabo...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Buccellati Rigid Bracelet Yellow, White and Pink Gold Pearls
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Paris, FR
BUCCELLATI Bracelet in Three Golds : yellow Gold, white Gold, pink Gold with Leaf Motifs with 6 gray Pearls of about 1 cm Diameter. Bracelet Adorned with chased and yellow Gold Flowe...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Wire Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Wrap her wrist in the sparkle and comfort. This double wire bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold accented with a 18k yellow bar of diamonds. Bracelet secures with a safety chain cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Ruby Bracelet with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Ruby Bracelet with Diamonds 36 Diamonds - 0.60 CT 40 Rubies - 2.74 CT 44 Diamonds - 0.29 CT This exquisite 18K rose gold bracelet is adorned with a captivating displa...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
De Grisogono Allegra Diamond Leather Wrap Bracelet 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This De Grisogono Allegra bracelet is designed in a black leather wrap style, featuring an 18k rose gold wavy dome-shaped pattern at the center, adorned with round-cut diamonds weigh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold and Diamond Bangle
Located in Great Neck, NY
Bangles are so much fun to wear and add a special touch. This Rose gold and diamond bangle contains 6.5 grams of gold and 174 round VS2 , G color...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Channel Set Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Channel Set Diamonds - The bangle contains 25 round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 1.50ct. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Inscribed with the date 1838, this antique serpent bangle bracelet is composed of turquoise and rubies, set in 18K gold. It is designed as a turquoise cabochon snake with diamond-sha...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold and Diamond Bangle
Located in Great Neck, NY
Bangles are so much fun to wear and add a special touch. This yellow gold and diamond bangle contains 6.5 grams of gold and 174 round VS2 , G color diamonds totaling 0.90 carats. It ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Gold Turquoise and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 1870's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1870's Provenance: England Weight: 28,30 gr Diameter: 5.6 cm Inner circumference: 16.5 cm This beautiful rigid bracelet, made in yellow gold, presents three pavés of turquo...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
$9,500 / item
W 2.29 in D 1.58 in L 2.29 in
Meghna Jewels 14K Gold Enamel Turquoise Floral Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The pieces in Maharaja collection features unique hand painted miniature art set. This beautiful bangle is filled with intricate floral art in ivory & turquoise. Cast in 14K go...
Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Enamel, 14k Gold
de GRISOGONO Toi & Moi 18-karat White Opal and Diamond Cuff
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
de GRISOGONO Toi & Moi 18-karat White Opal and Diamond Cuff • 33 white diamond - 0.20 ct • 2 cacholong cabochon - 0.75 ct Specifications • This item's measurements are: • Circum...
18k Gold
De Grisogono Pink Sapphire, Stingray and Gold Bangle Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York City, NY
Stylish pink sapphire, yellow 18K gold and stingray bangle bracelet by De Grisogono. It features high grade pink sapphires within yellow gold setting over a burgundy stingray bracele...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
De Grisogono Sapphire Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive blue sapphire, diamond and 18K white gold bangle bracelet by De Grisogono. It features very high grade round brilliant cut diamonds, as well as rich blue sapphires. Ha...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold