Vintage Hammerman Brothers jewelry is a visual feast. Whether modern or retro in style, the pieces created by this fine American jewelry house include everything from audacious cocktail rings in yellow gold to expressive animal brooches set with diamonds and rubies. A member of the Hammerman family oversees the production of every piece, and each accessory is stamped with the Hammerman Brothers maker's mark.
The Hammerman Brothers company traces its history back to the 1780s when a young man left Eastern Europe to become a watchmaker. Fast-forward to the 1930s in New York City: three of his descendants — brothers Benjamin, Bernard and Hyman Hammerman — found themselves working on Bowery Street, then a prominent hub for American diamond jewelry. After serving in the army in World War II, the brothers opened their own fine watch and jewelry company in 1946.
The company's breakthrough design came in the 1950s when Benjamin Hammerman created a line of women's bracelets that incorporated a watch. Decorative watches are considered by some to be among the world’s most versatile accessories, and the goal at the Hammerman firm was to elevate a simple, everyday necessity into a piece of fine jewelry, and it worked. Over the subsequent decade, Hammerman Brothers created numerous bracelet watches, and during the 1960s, the company designed gold bracelet watches for the Accutron. Developed by American watchmaker Bulova, the Accutron was the world's first watch that made use of a tuning fork to keep accurate time.
The Hammerman Brothers brand has only continued to grow in fame and prestige. The company’s jewelry is in high demand at auctions, and vintage Hammerman Brothers rings are frequently sought after as wedding bands. The company is still family-run, with a store located in New York City.
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Hammerman Brothers Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Hammerman Brothers cabochon sapphire and diamond yellow gold ring. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ21D. Scroll down for detailed specifications. The cabochon sapphire is encircled by a co...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers 18K Gold Pavé Diamond Bombé Ring, 3.00 Carats
By Hammeran Brothes
Located in Miami, FL
A spectacular vintage Hammerman Brothers diamond ring crafted in richly textured 18 karat yellow gold. The design centers a luminous pavé-set bombé dome composed of thirty-five round...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers Gold and Diamond Band Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stunning gold, platinum and diamond band ring by Hammerman Brothers. The ring has a lovely V shaped design with a diamond in each open space. There are 18 diamonds with a total wei...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ruby & Diamond Ring by Hammerman Brothers
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with rubies and diamonds, this ring was manufactured by the North American firm Hammerman Brothers. The bombe style ring features two panels...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold 10 Carat Diamond Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely Breathtaking World Renowned Master Artisan Hammerman Brothers 10.00ctw IDEAL COLORLESS FLAWLESS Round Brilliant cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring From Their Royal Pave Coll...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Star Sapphire and Diamond Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Star Sapphire & Diamond Men's Ring Approximate Sapphire Weight: 9.71 Cts Diamond Weight: .16 Cts Ring Size: 7 Re-sizable free of charge
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
Hammerman Brothers GIA Certified 7.42 Carat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Finely hand crafted in platinum by the world-renowned American jewelry house Hammerman Brothers, this exceptional ring showcases a GIA certified cabochon blue sapphire weighing 7.42 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Hammerman Brothers Diamond Ruby Dome Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
=Mint condition -18k Yellow Gold -Ring size: 5 -Diamonds: 1.00 ct -Rubies: 0.5ct -Comes with generic box
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Hammerman Brothers 18K Yellow Gold 2.31ctw Diamond Eternity Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
This Hammerman Brothers eternity band is crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold and showcases an elegant continuous row of brilliant round diamonds totaling approximately 2.31 carats. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers diamond cluster ring, circa 1960.
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in London, GB
Diamond cluster ring by Hammerman Brothers. Set with forty eight round brilliant cut diamonds of in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 4.50 carats, to an ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Oval Cabochon Green Jade Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 9.9 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemston...
Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s 1.22 Carat Cabochon Cut Sapphire 18 K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1.22 carat blue sapphire and 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate collections. This fine and impressive cabochon...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers Vintage Yellow Gold and Enamel Horse Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Hammerman Brothers 18k Yellow Gold Horse Ring, the Horse head measures 3/4 x 3/8 inch, very finely detailed with lifelike features. Finished in a Brown Guilloche Enamel. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel