The British jeweler Sir Laurence Graff (b. 1938) became utterly mesmerized by diamonds when he undertook his first apprenticeship at age 15 in London’s Hatton Garden jewelry district. It wasn't long before he established his now-celebrated eponymous brand, which produces engagement rings, necklaces, rings, earrings, stand-alone jewels, watches and more — all entirely in-house.
Graff had enrolled in classes at Central School of Arts and Crafts, and while he initially showed promise and was highly regarded, the shop owner, Mr. Schindler — who had his apprentice scrubbing floors and toilets — soon changed his tune, deeming him subpar. Undeterred, Graff learned to repair rings and designed small jewels at a humble workbench in his bedroom. He opened a 24-hour ring-repair service with a business partner and, in 1960, founded his luxury house. Two retail locations followed in London in 1962. Graff would go on to become one of the finest diamantaires in the world and was appointed an OBE in 2013 by Queen Elizabeth for his services to the jewelry industry.
Graff is known for handling some of the most famous diamonds in the world, including the Windsor Yellows, the Paragon, the Lesotho Promise and the Wittelsbach-Graff. He also purchased the 302.37-carat Graff Lesedi La Rona, which, at the time, was the largest diamond ever graded by the Gemological Institute of America. The GIA certified the diamond — then the second-largest gem-quality rough diamond on record — as being of highest color and highest clarity. Lucara Diamond Corporation workers discovered the 1,109-carat rough diamond in 2015 at the Karowe mine in Botswana, and after Graff purchased the diamond in 2017, his gemologists and craftsmen spent more than 18 months polishing its final facets.
While many jewels, such as the Graff Lesedi La Rona, remain in Graff’s collection, he does sell extremely high-quality stand-alone jewels. Gems in his showrooms can reportedly fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars on average. Although these stones are perhaps slightly out of the budget of a typical Graff jewelry client, the house does work with more reasonably priced, but no less exceptional gems for its collections.
Naturally, diamonds feature prominently in Graff jewelry, which is known for being more avant-garde than traditional, although Graff does create classic engagement rings, too. The jeweler’s ready-to-wear collections integrate naturalistic motifs like butterflies, bows and sunbursts, as well as striking silhouettes like the crisscrossed Kiss, the clustered Threads and the swirling Inspired by Twombly line, which pays homage to the work of American painter and sculptor Cy Twombly. And while diamonds are the main focus for Graff, his jewelry occasionally features other precious and semiprecious stones.
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$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRAFF Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
GRAFF Diamond set in a 18k & Platinum Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Graff 0.84 Ct. Diamond Eternity Band
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
A Graff Diamond Eternity Band with 0.84 carats of Diamonds. Total Weight: 3.58 grams. Ring Size US 4.75. GRAFF 14926.
Diamond
Graff 18K White Gold Diamond & Ruby Chandelier Earrings – 10.07 CTW Diamonds, 8.
By Graff
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of Graff chandelier earrings crafted in 18k white gold, featuring an extraordinary combination of fine diamonds and vivid rubies. The earrings are set with appro...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Graff GIA Certified 1.40 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Graff diamond engagement ring showcasing timeless elegance and the unmistakable craftsmanship of one of the world’s most ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$6,930Sale Price|25% Off
Graff Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Graff
Located in Dallas, TX
Graff Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 6 5 Grams
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Snowflake 6.67ct Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace
By Graff
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Graff Snowflake 6.67ct Diamond White Gold Necklace epitomizes elegance, innovation, and luxurious charm. This necklace, true to its brand, offers a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Graff Diamond 'Snowflake' Diamond Earrings
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Diamond 'Snowflake' Earrings This pair of earrings has pear, marquise and circular-cut diamonds weighing total approximately 28.36 carats of very fine quality diamonds all set ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$250,000
Graff Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
GRAFF Diamond Gold Bracelet An 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, signed GRAFF. The total diamond weight is approx. 50 cts.; Diameter approx. 2.2...
Diamond
Graff 1.15 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Designer: GRAFF Title: Graff 1.15 Carat Round Brilliant F VS1 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bangle Bracelet Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 1.15 Carat Diamond Numb...
Diamond
Graff Princess-Cut Ruby and Platinum Band
By Graff
Located in New York City, NY
A very fine Graff princess cut ruby and platinum band. The band is made of high-quality platinum, a durable and precious metal that is known for its strength, purity, and luster. T...
Ruby, Platinum
Graff Butterfly Silhouette 18K White Gold & Pavé Diamond Long Necklace
By Graff
Located in Guangzhou, CN
An ethereal and magnificent masterpiece from the legendary "King of Diamonds," this authentic Graff Butterfly Silhouette long sautoir necklace is exquisitely crafted in solid 18 kara...
$98,000
Graff Diamond Dome Ear-Clips
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Pair of White Gold and Diamond Dome Ear-clips This pair of earrings are oval domes of 48 round diamonds approx. 16.20 carats., edged by 64 small round diamonds approx. 1.75 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Graff 4.25 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond & Natural Pink Diamond Engagement Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of exceptional rarity and elegance, this authentic Graff engagement ring features a magnificent 3.89-carat emerald-cut natural diamond set in an exquisite combination o...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Graff GIA Certified Emerald Cut 4.03 Carat Diamond Fancy Cut Diamond Set Ring
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Impressive diamond solitaire ring by GRAFF Centering on a emerald-shape diamond: Weight: 4.03 carat Color: G Clarity: VS1 Certified by Gemological Institute of America (G....
Diamond, Platinum
GRAFF Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
A dazzling testament to enduring love, this exceptional wedding band by GRAFF is crafted in platinum and set with 15 emerald-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 8.16 carats. Each di...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Graff London Black Leather Jewellery Box, Circa 1970s to 1990s
By Graff
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage Graff London jewellery box of square form, with a black leather exterior and a black velvet lined interior. The interior has no fitted recess, making it suitable for a broo...
Other
Graff Pink & White Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold 0.75 CTW
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Pink & White Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold 0.75 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 111564 Listing Title: Graff Pink & White Diamond But...
Yellow Gold
Vintage GRAFF Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring 2.06 cts AGL Report
By Graff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and timeless cocktail ring created by GRAFF in the 1980's. Features an approximately 2.06 carat round faceted ruby accented with rubies and diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. The ...
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,000
GRAFF Diamond Heart Earrings
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Perfect present just for the very "Special" person! Graff Diamond Heart Earrings! This pair of earrings has approximately 10ct of round diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Graff London Estate Ruby and Diamond Ear Clips
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
Graff London Estate Ruby and Diamond Ear Clips – 18K Gold, 1.90ct Rubies & 2.48ct Diamonds A striking and highly sophisticated pair of estate ear clips by Graff, crafted in 18K yell...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Graff Pink Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and diamond necklace by Graff. Suspended on the diamond by yard necklece set with 12 round brilliant cut diamonds, clolor: E/F, clarity:VS+, total weight: 1.41ct, centerpiece s...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Graff 1.20ct Diamond Scalloped Set Eternity Band
By Graff
Located in London, GB
Thirty stunning diamonds wrap around the finger in this GRAFF eternity band. They are excellent quality, with grades of F in colour and VS in clari...
Diamond, Platinum
$72,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Graff 12 Carat Diamond Pavé Clip Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning diamond statement pair crafted in 18K white gold, featuring approximately 12.00 carats of natural round brilliant cut diamonds of fine F color and VS clarity. The diamonds...
Diamond, White Gold
Graff Round Brilliant Diamond Full Eternity Wedding Band Ring Yellow Gold, 2000s
By Graff
Located in Lisbon, PT
A timeless Graff Full Eternity Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 2000s, with Graff pouch. This ring is flush-set throughout with six round brilliant-cut diamonds, to an o...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Diamond and Platinum Eternity Wedding Band
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Diamond and Platinum Eternity Wedding Band This eternity wedding band has 16 round brilliant cut diamonds (Color: F/G, Clarity: VS...
Diamond, Platinum
GRAFF Frame Oval Diamond 0.50ct E-VVS2 Platinum Ring US 3 1/4
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item No.: 22240401 ■ Brand: GRAFF ■ Name: Frame Oval Diamond Ring ■ Material: 1P diamond (0.50ct E-VVS2), side diamonds, Pt950 platinum ■ Weight: Approx. 3.0g ■ Ring Size: EU 45 / US 3.25 (Approx.) ■ Width: Approx. 2.01 mm / 0.07 in ■ Main Stone Size: 6.13 × 4.48 × 2.76 mm ■ Comes with: ・GRAFF box...
Diamond, Platinum
Graff 18 Karat White Gold Round Diamond Halo Pendant on Chain
By Graff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Graff diamond 18 karat white gold pendant featuring a central round brilliant diamond surrounded by a halo of smaller pave-set diamonds, suspended from a delicate chain wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRAFF Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
GRAFF 18K Gold Cabochon Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Button Ear Clips. Approximate Diamond Weight - 12.00 CTS Approximate Ruby Weight - 3.00 CTS Circa - 1980's Approximate Length - ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Graff Pave Diamond Bombe Ring in 18kwg with 1.00ct G/VVS2 Round Diamond Center
By Graff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Graff Bombe ring in 18k white gold, accompanied by a GIA report and Graff certificate of quality. This ring features a GIA certified 1.00 carat round bri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Graff Tiger's Eye Bead and Diamond Bracelet with 18KY Lion’s Head Clasp
By Graff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Graff multi-strand tiger's eye bead bracelet with 18k yellow & 18k white gold diamond accented double lion head clasp. This unique bracelet fe...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Pink and White Diamond with Yellow Pearl Earrings
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Pink and White Diamond with Yellow Pearl Earrings in 18k white and yellow gold. Circa 1980's. This pair of earrings features two 15mm round...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Graff 1.40 Carat Diamond Eternity Band
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with channel set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.40 carats. Signed by Graff Size 5
Diamond, Platinum
Graff 1.74 Ct. Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace, 18k White Gold
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Graff 1.74 ct. Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace. Length of the pendant is 1". Made in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Graff Diamond on Diamond Pendant on a Diamond Chain Necklace
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
A Graff Diamond on Diamond Pendant on a Diamond Chain Necklace made in 18K White Gold. The total weight is 11.08 grams. The length is 16.75." ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Graff Classic Full Eternity Diamond Ring, Size 48
By Graff
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Graff Classic Full Eternity Diamond Ring, Size 49
GRAFF 0.58ct J-VVS1-Ex Round Diamond Platinum Frame Ring, US 5
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 23430702 ■Brand: Graff ■Product Name: Round Diamond Frame Ring ■Material: 1P Diamond (0.58ct J-VVS1-Ex), Side Diamonds, PT950 Platinum ■Weight: Approximately 2.1g (Appr...
Diamond, Platinum
The GRAFF Legacy Diamond 1.00ct F-VS1-VG 124P Side Diamonds 0.47ct Platinum Ring
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Product Number: 23560903 ■ Brand: Graff ■ Product Name: The GRAFF Legacy Ring ■ Model Number: - ■ Material: 1P Diamond (1.00ct F-VS1-VG) 124P Side diamond(0.47ct), PT950 Platinum ■...
Diamond, Platinum
Graff Jewellery Box with Outer Box for Brooches, Pendants & Earrings
By Graff
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions - 10 x 10 x 2.5 cm Period: Late 20th century Material: Black synthetic leather exterior with coordinating outer box and plush velvet interior Purpose: Designed to store an...
Graff 18K Yellow Gold GIA Diamond Clips
By Graff
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Graff 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Clip-on Earrings 2 GIA Diamonds: 2.05ct & 2.01ct 2.05ct Diamond GIA Report: 15126487 2.01ct Diamond GIA Report: 15126458 E-colo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Diamond Solitaire 0.54ct G-VS1 Ring in Pt950 Platinum – US 3 1/4
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Product Number: 21630803 ■Brand: Graff ■Product Name: Diamond Solitaire Ring ■Model/Reference Number: - ■Material: 1P Diamond (0.54ct G-VS1-3Ex), PT950 Platinum ■Weight: Approx. 3.0g ■Ring Size: Approx. EU: 44.5 / US: 3.25 ■Width: Approx. 1.59mm / 0.06inch ■Top Size: - ■Main Stone Size: 5.30-5.32 × 3.19mm / 0.21-0.21 × 0.13inch ■Reference Price: - ■ Accessories: ・Graff Box...
Diamond, Platinum
GRAFF Frame Oval Cut Diamond 2.02ct G-IF Platinum 18K Pink Gold US 4 1/4
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 21480602 ■ Retail Price: - ■ Brand: GRAFF ■ Product Name: Frame oval cut diamond ring ■ Reference Number: - ■ Material: 1P Oval Cut Diamond (2.02ct G-IF) / Pink Diamon...
Pink Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Graff Ruby and Diamond Key Pendant
By Graff
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Graff. This piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a key and features...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold