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 Black & White Diamond Interchangeable Centerpiece Collar Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
A stunning collar necklace, showcasing black and white diamonds with an interchangeable center piece of green emerald, ruby, blue sapphire, or white diamond. Black diamonds weigh 19....
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...
$15,520Sale Price|20% Off
De Grisogono Gypsy Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate De Grisogono Gypsy Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold. The pendant features 5.20ctw of brilliant round diamonds, FG color, VVS clarity. On a cable link chain 18"-24" le...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Cross Pendant
By de GRISOGONO
Located in London, England
This stunning cross is a unique statement piece, Set with circular-cut and oval sapphires of various hues within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds. Measuring approximately 110 × 6...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
de Grisogono 5 Tier 3.65 Carat Diamond Gold Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 5 tier necklace by de Grisogono The necklace is 18K rose gold. The necklace has 3.65 Carats in diamonds F VS. Chain is 18” in length, and pendant is 2.5” in length. The neck...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
de GRISOGONO Rose Gold Rock Crystal Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
Rose Gold Rock Crystal 8.40 Ct Diamonds
Rose Gold
DE GRISOGONO Chiocciolina necklace.
By de GRISOGONO
Located in PARIS, FR
DE GRISOGONO Chiocciolina necklace in 18k white gold, with 3 briolette diamonds in pendants and pavé diamonds. Retail price: €29,300. Condition: very good condition. Pendant diamet...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
DE GRISOGONO Allegra Necklace.
By de GRISOGONO
Located in PARIS, FR
DE GRISOGONO Allegra necklace in 18k rose gold and diamonds. Original price: €30,000. Condition: very good condition (a small mark of wear on the...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 6.65 Cttw, Labradorite and Topaz Floral Pendant Necklace in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your style with the enchanting beauty of the Gemistry Labradorite & White Topaz Necklace, a stunning piece designed to bring elegance and sophistication to any outfit. Handcr...
Labradorite, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver
Diamond Fleur De Lis Design Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Fleur De Lis design diamond pendant necklace. 0.48 carats of round brilliant diamonds, approximately H/I color and SI clarity. 18-karat white gold. Accommodated with an up to date a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,105
W 0.75 in L 11.82 in
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1989 Cartier 'Panthère de Boadilla' Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A rare and striking collector’s piece, this vintage 1989 Cartier “Panthère de Boadilla” pendant necklace embodies the elegance and bold artistry of the Maison’s signature panther mot...
Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,412Sale Price|20% Off
L 16 in
2.36 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, Adjustable Length
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Simple, clean and timeless. This 18K yellow gold collar necklace is set with round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 2.36 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,401Sale Price|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Rubies with Diamonds Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This pendant necklace is made in 18K rose gold. It features a disc shape pendant encrusted with 19 round cut, pave' set rubies. Surrounded by a halo of 18 round cut diamonds. With 2 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Disc Bead Australian Opal Rose Gold Necklace
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design one of a kind hand crafted necklace composed of disc bead Australian opals and a 18 k rose gold closure. The necklace length is 18 inch ( 46 cm ) with a 18 k rose gold clasp...
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Aquamarine and Sapphire Rose Gold Long Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design long necklace composed of aquamarine big bead , green-grey sapphire faceted bead , iron stone cubic bead and a 18 k rose gold millerighe hand en...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, R...
14 Karat Rose Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1900's two tone 14k yellow and rose gold link necklace. Swivel catch. 19.75 Inches long. 14k yellow gold 14k rose gold Tested: 14k 34.5 grams Total length: 19.75 Inches Width: 9.8...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Grand Sapphire Diamond white gold Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful sapphire and diamond necklace. 57.67 carats of fine blue oval sapphires. 24.92 carats of white round and marquise cut diamonds. 18k white gold 16.25 inch neck leng...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
$10,104Sale Price|20% Off
Alternating Ruby and Diamond Collar Necklace, 15.67ct
Located in Houston, TX
This collar necklace is made in 18K white and yellow gold. It features 50 rubies weighing 9.87 carats. As well as 50 diamonds 5.80 carats. Necklace has a color grade (H). and clarity...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Guilloche Amulette De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k rose gold diamond necklace by Cartier from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The necklace features a circular talisman displaying ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
De Grisogono Diamond Necklace and Bracelet Heart Set
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The De Grisogono necklace and bracelet set is an exquisite example of luxury jewelry, showcasing an intricate design and masterful craftsmanship. Both pieces are mounted in white and...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
De Grisogono 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire Amethyst Chiocciolina Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
De Grisogono Diamond, Sapphire & Amethyst 18ct Rose Gold Chiocciola Necklace Brand- De Grisogono Model- Chiocciola Necklace Product Type- Necklace Serial Number- B3**** Age- Circa 2...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
De Grisogono "Tubetto" Pendant Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
De Grisogono Tubetto Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Diamond Diamonds: 4.08ctw Retail: $26,000.00
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
W 0.87 in L 24.41 in
de GRISOGONO Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Boule Charm Pendant Necklace Rose Gold
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Lisbon, PT
de GRISOGONO Boule round brilliant-cut diamond charm pendant necklace in 18kt rose gold, circa 2000. From the brand’s “Boule” collection, this necklace in 18kt rose gold is composed ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
De Grisogono Contratio Pendant Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Signed 18K Gold, 2010
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
De Grisogono Contratio Pendant Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Signed 18K Gold. The necklace is created by de Grisogono and it is splendidly crafted from gleaming 18K white gold. The pe...
Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
De Grisogono 18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulle Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
This unique De Grisogono 18K Yellow Gold Boulle Necklace features a delicate 18K Yellow Gold chain that is 19 inches long with a toggle closure and dangle pendant featuring 8 yellow ...
Yellow Gold
de Grisogono Allegra 18 Karat White Gold 1.10 Carat Diamond Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
The de Grisogono “Allegra” necklace is made of 18K white gold and embellished with 79 white diamonds that amount to 1.10 carats. The necklace weighs 1...
Diamond, White Gold
de Grisogono Diamond Pave and Pearl White Gold Earrings and Pendant Set
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
This stellar jewelry set is beautifully crafted by de Grisogono in shimmering 18K white gold. It includes a gorgeous pendant with three layers of hearts, embellished in dazzling whit...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
De Grisogono 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire Amethyst Chiocciolina Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Necklace by De Grisogono is from their Chiocciolina collection and features 28 round brilliant cut Diamonds of 0.85ct total, 45 Sapphires of approximately 8.93ct total & 4 Ameth...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
De Grisogono 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Boule Pendant Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Necklace by De Grisogono is from their Boule collection and features 40 round brilliant cut Diamonds of approximately 4.00ct total colour G, clarity VS, made in 18k Yellow Gold....
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
de Grisogono 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
This de Grisogono necklace is made of 18K white gold and weighs 19.78 grams, boasting a 16.00” chain with lobster claw closure and a pendant that measures 1.62” in length and 0.87” i...
Diamond, White Gold
de Grisogono Gypsy 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
The de Grisogono “Gypsy” necklace is made out of 18K rose gold and diamonds that weigh 5.40 carats in total. The necklace weighs 22 grams, boasting chain length of 24.00” and a penda...
Diamond, Rose Gold