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 Vortice 18K White Gold 1.60ct Diamond Bracelet DG01-040826
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
This De Grisogono Vortice bracelet offers understated elegance. The simple, stylish design makes it an ideal piece for anyone with a minimalist aesth...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
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
Ella Gafter 14.50ct Diamond Cuff Bracelet in 18k White Gold, Italy
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The cuff bracelet with diamonds features 14.50 carats of round diamonds, and 4.10 carats of custom cut baguette diamonds, all of top quality (F/VVS). The cuff bracelet displays both...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
De Grisogono 18K White Gold Diamond Boule Bracelet, 35.93ct, 2015
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
This circa 2015 de Grisogono Boule bracelet is an exquisite display of the brand’s signature opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18K ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Snake Cuff Bracelet Black Diamond Serpent Open Bangle J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Snake Cuff Bracelet Open Bangle Black Diamond Serpent Statement Cuff Victorian Style J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Opal Snake Cuff is a serpent that wraps the wrist as a ...
Black Diamond, Opal, Brass, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
Snake Cuff Bracelet Emerald Diamond Gold Serpent Open Bangle
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Cuff Bracelet Emerald Diamond Gold Serpent Open Bangle Victorian Style Designer: J DAUPHIN DESCRIPTION: The Snake Cuff is an open adjustable bangle in 14k gold plated brass, ...
White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
White Diamond Teeth Cuff Open Bangle Bracelet Memento Mori J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teeth Cuff Bracelet White Diamond Black Enamel 14k Gold Plated Memento Mori Open Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN The Teeth Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass, the band f...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Diamond Bracelet Cuff Prong Open Bangle Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Bracelet Cuff Prong Open Bangle Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN The Diamond Cuff is a thin rigid open band in gold plated brass with silver detail at the front. A row of single...
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Bulgari 18k White Gold Diamond Serpenti Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Evocative of ancient Roman symbolism and Bulgari’s timeless flair, this spectacular Serpenti bracelet coils with hypnotic elegance. Fashioned in 18k white gold and ablaze with brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Boucheron 18K White Gold & 2.60ct Diamond Bracelet Bangle
By Boucheron
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic creation from Boucheron, the celebrated “Serpent Bohème” collection has symbolized timeless elegance and Parisian sophistication since its debut in 1968. Inspired by the se...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,453 / item
W 1.19 in D 0.16 in Dm 2.45 in
Alex Jona Hematite Turquoise White Gold Cuff Flexible Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Hematite cuff flexible bangle 3cm wide, alternating 18 karat white gold elements, set with turquoise cabochons. Dimensions : D 0....
Turquoise, Hematite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tahitian Black Dark Grey Pearl Diamond Pave Set Yellow Gold Bangle Cuff Bracelet
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Tahitian Black Dark Grey Pearl Diamond Pave Set White Gold Bangle Cuff Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold 1.00 cts Diamonds Silvery Grey Black Tahitian Pearls with Amazing Luster, Color and S...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,440Sale Price|20% Off
Princess Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18k White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Elegant princess cut diamond cuff bangle bracelet in 18k white gold. Bracelet contains 31 princess cut diamonds, 3.96tcw and round brillia...
Diamond, White Gold
De Grisogono Sapphire and Diamond "Turtle" bracelet.
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
De Grisogono Sapphire and Diamond "Turtle" bracelet. The bracelet features shell of the turtle made in honey comb design, set with oval cut sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
De Grisogono 18K Yellow Gold 2.07 ct Brown Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
Rich materials make this opulent De Grisogono bracelet truly breathtaking. A textured base provides the perfect backdrop for this piece’s array of elegant accents, which include 18K ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
De Grisogono 18K White Gold 3.27 ct Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
An array of textures and materials make this De Grisogono a modern work of art. This piece measures 7” long and is crafted from 18K White Gold. Textured black accents are also expert...
Diamond, White Gold
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W 1.66 in L 6.5 in
De Grisogono 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Brown PVD Coated Diamond Galuchat Bangle
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Bangle by De Grisogono is from their Galuchat collection and features Galuchat leather with 18k Yellow Gold and Brown PVD Coating with 190 round brilliant cut Diamonds of 1.93ct...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated
Sold
W 1.66 in L 6.5 in
De Grisogono 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Brown PVD Coated Diamond Galuchat Bangle
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Bangle by De Grisogono is from their Galuchat collection and features Galuchat leather with 18k Yellow Gold and Brown PVD Coating with round brilliant cut Diamonds. Complete wit...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated
De Grisogono Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond Tiger Bracelet and Ring Set
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Black shagreen cuff and ring each topped with a sapphire, black and white diamond and emerald tiger. Bold design executed with incredible detail- the stone setting alone is a work o...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
De Grisogono Contrario Rose Gold Cuff Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous De Grisogono cuff bracelet from the chic Contrario collection features fluid shapes crafted in 18k rose gold. Made in Switzerland circa 2000s. Measurements: 1.10" (28mm...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
de Grisogono Bijoux Galuchat Diamond Gold Cuff Bracelet
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
This de Grisogono bangle possesses a distinct and unique style highlighted by a highly durable and beautiful green Bijoux Galuchat construction and brilliant-cut diamonds. The dazzli...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold