Among the famed gemstones that Harry Winston (1896–1978) encountered over the course of his career was the Hope diamond, which he donated to the Smithsonian Institution in 1958. Today, Winston is regarded as the “King of Diamonds” and the “Jeweler to the Stars” as one of the first to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy earrings, necklaces and other fine jewelry for red-carpet events.
Winston’s father had immigrated to New York from Ukraine and ran a small jewelry shop where a young Harry learned about precious stones, enough, the story goes, to identify a real emerald in a heap of pawnshop jewelry at the age of 12. His early success involved turning that eye to estate sale collections that he transformed by freeing gemstones from dated ornamentation, giving them new cuts and modern settings. He opened Harry Winston Inc. in 1932, where he influenced 20th-century-jewelry trends by always elevating the stones rather than adding the lavish decorations that had pervaded jewelry in the 19th century.
The first of the celebrated diamonds to be purchased by Winston was the 726-carat uncut Jonker, acquired in 1935. Many others followed, including the 726.60-carat Vargas from Brazil which, in 1938, he tracked down across multiple continents after he read a brief newspaper notice about its discovery. The rarity and beauty of the gemstones he pursued and presented in his boutiques made the Winston brand synonymous with excellence.
Winston was also a pioneer of marketing as the first jeweler to dress an Academy Awards nominee when he loaned some diamond jewelry to Jennifer Jones for the 1944 Oscar ceremony. Winston was renowned for his eye for the finest of gemstones and the ability to design pieces in order to best flaunt their natural dazzle. He regularly showed off his collection in touring exhibitions, such as the 1949 “Court of Jewels,” which featured the Hope diamond. His storied past and long legacy is continued by the House of Harry Winston and its salons in Japan, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of Harry Winston jewelry that includes bracelets, wedding rings, engagement rings and other accessories.
Harry Winston Forget-Me-Not Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking masterpiece from the legendary House of Harry Winston, this "Forget-Me-Not" bracelet captures the ethereal beauty of nature’s most sentimental wildflower. This exquisi...
HARRY WINSTON 5 Row Lattice Motif Diamond Bracelet - Set of Two
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a stunning set of two exquisite lattice motif bracelets, each crafted with remarkable attention to detail. These supple and semi-flexible pieces feature five intricately ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
HARRY WINSTON Cabochon Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Set throughout with Cabochon-Cut Sapphires, Emeralds, and Rubies framed with Brilliant-Cut and Marquis-Cut Diamonds. Circa - 1960's Approximate Length - 7.5" Approximate Width - 1.2...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON 3 Row Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Flexible 3-Row Round and Marquise-Cut Diamond Bracelet Fashioned in Platinum. Approximate Round Diamond Weight - 24.00 CTS Approximate Marquise Diamond Weight - 7.00 CTS L...
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON 'Lattice' Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Hand-Created in Platinum and Fashioned with Flexible Interlaced Rows of Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Whilst on the Wrist Creating a Domed Effect. Approximate Length - 7", Width - 1....
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Lily Cluster Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking tribute to the beauty of nature, the Lily Cluster Collection by Harry Winston reinterprets an archival 1940s design with contemporary flair. This delicate bracelet fea...
Harry Winston Gates collection Bracelet Platinum Full Diamond
By Harry Winston
Located in Guangzhou, CN
The Winston Gates collection features a symbolic rosette motif, which was inspired by the decorative gold gate at the entrance of Harry Winston's New York flagship store on 718 Fifth...
Platinum
Harry Winston 11.75 Carat Round Brilliant G SI1 Diamond Platinum Link Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Designer: HARRY WINSTON Title: Harry Winston 11.75 Carat Round Brilliant G SI1 Diamond Platinum Link Bracelet Style: Link Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 11.75 Carat Diamond Number of St...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Harry Winston 26.43ct Round Diamond Lattice Style Bracelet in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This vintage Harry Winston flexible lattice style bracelet features approximately 26.43 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds set in platinum. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 20ctw Diamond Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Harry Winston
Located in Dallas, TX
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. The bracelet features approximately 20ctw of brilliant round diamonds, E in color, VVS clarity. The bracelet is 7 inches long, 3/4"...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Diamond and Ruby Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston diamond and ruby bracelet in 18k yellow gold. This five row bracelet alternates three rows of diamonds and two rows of rubies. Consisting of 171 round brilliant cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Diamond Loop Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Diamond Loop Collection pays homage to the House of Harry Winston’s most legendary pear-shaped gems. The Diamond Loop Collection re-imagines this iconic silhouette, translating classic Winston...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry S Bick HSB Sterling Silver Art Deco Link Bracelet #14460
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Harry S. Bick sterling silver swirl link bracelet. Beautiful Art Deco piece featuring large oval swirl/flourish links. Measures approx 7" on cone, 7 1/2" lon...
Sterling Silver
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Colored bracelet in 14Kt gold composed of three single strands of emeralds, rubies, blue sapphires. emeralds, rubies, blue sapphires (tot weight 21.4...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò bracelet in 14k white gold structure, mounted with 12 sections with emeralds, rubies and blue sapphire sections, surrounded by white gold frames studded with diamonds. This br...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Multicolor Bracelet with Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The multicolor line bracelet features 6 rectangular sections set with custom cut square calibrated blue sapphires and rubies, as well as princess cut yellow sapphires. The connecting...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, S...
Vintage Hallmarked Silver Forget Me Not Bangle 1957
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Victorian inspired Vintage Hallmarked Silver Forget Me Not Bangle dating to 1957. Victorian hallmarked silver bangles are defined by their form. Most date to the mid to late 19th ...
Three-Row Sapphire Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
An elegant sapphire and diamond bracelet in a timeless design. 15.56 carats of fine oval blue sapphires. 9.13 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold ...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Art Deco bracelet, handcrafted in platinum, showcases 95 old European cut diamonds totaling 4 carats, with I-J color and SI-1 clarity. Each diamond-studded link is enhan...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum 7 charm Vintage Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
A timeless vintage charm bracelet by Harry Winston, expertly crafted in platinum. This delicate 7-inch link chain is adorned with seven exquisite charms, each showcasing a unique com...
Platinum
$63,250
Diamond Bracelet
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A timeless design! 17.65 carats of white pear, marquise and white diamonds set in platinum. Half an inch wide. 7 inch length that can be adjusted A fabulous piece designed t...
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Époque Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This bracelet is from the French called "beautiful era." "Jewelry from the Edwardian and Belle Epoque period is ornate but incredibly light, with a soft, feminine, romantic feel. It...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
2000s Tutti Frutti Style Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Bracelet
Located in Roma, RM
A striking Tutti Frutti–style bracelet dating from the early 2000s, inspired by the celebrated gemstone aesthetic made famous in the Art Deco period. This exceptional jewel is crafte...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Cartier 1950s Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Cartier platinum diamond bracelet with mixed-cut diamonds. There are sixty-four (64) marquise shaped diamonds, fifteen ...
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Diamond Platinum 3 Row Flexible Link Bracelet Rare
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite rare Harry Winston bracelet features a flexible 3-row link design crafted in platinum and prong-set with 147 round brilliant-cut E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an e...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond & Ruby Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston diamond and ruby bombe bracelet in platinum. Circa 1970. Set with pear shaped rubies and round marquise cut diamonds. The bracelet is set with total of 15.09ct of rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Platinum Diamond Bracelet Retail $5, 200
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Lily Cluster diamond bracelet finely crafted in Platinum with a lobster claw closure. 47 Round Brilliant diamonds weighing a t...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum 2-Row Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This magnificent tennis bracelet from Harry Winston which is made of prestigious platinum and adorned with exquisite diamonds amounting 2.94 carats. Harry Winston selects diamonds on...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Custom Diamond Charm Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful spin on the charm bracelet, by renowned jewelry Harry Winston! This custom one-of-a-kind platinum link bracelet is set with 80 round brilliant-cut diamonds, and suspends ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond, Emerald and Platinum Floral Line Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
An American diamond, emerald and platinum bracelet by Harry Winston. The bracelet has a center of 44 French-cut emeralds with an approximate total weight of 5.70 carats, and 5 diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Platinum Fancy Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Timeless platinum and fancy colored diamond tennis bracelet by Harry Winston. Center row has fancy pinkish-brown colored diamonds, with two rows of very high quality round brilliant cut diamonds. Approx. 10cts. total weight. Hallmarks: HW (Harry Winston maker's mark), PT950, 750 (for clasp only...
Diamond, Platinum