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.
$350,000
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet A unique Harry Winston diamond bracelet set with round, marquise, baguette, and tapered baguette-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Vintage Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Harry Winston sapphire and diamond bracelet, circa 1980s, is a masterwork of design and craftsmanship. Composed of 100 vivid blue sapphires alternating with 100 white ba...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet 2.00 Carat
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930's Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet 2.00ct - The bracelet contains 21 European cut diamonds and an additional 20 single cut diamonds for a total approximat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Rare Pearl Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An incredible find! Approximately 10.15 carats of round and baguette diamonds set in platinum. Please contact us for more information.
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Diamond Art Deco Bracelet weighing 64.3 grams, 7 inches in length and 0.80 inches in width. The bracelet is further enhanced with a total of 521 Round Brilliant Cut diamonds and 64 B...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Set Blue Sapphire & Diamond Alternating Mirrored Vintage Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing a vintage 19-carat total weight square baguette cut blue sapphire and round cut diamond platinum link bracelet. A true masterpiece of symmetry that exudes elegance and sophistication. With its stunning art deco-inspired design, this bracelet features a sharp mirrored pattern...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Baguette Diamond Bow Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Emerald Shape Diamond Bracelet is originated in Europe. Twenty carats of Emerald cut Diamonds. - circa 1940's.
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 18k White Gold Diamond Chain Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Harry Winston 18k White Gold Diamond Chain Bracelet is a refined expression of modern elegance and timeless luxury. it features the maison’s signature logo motif framed by brilli...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Sausalito, CA
Beautiful art deco diamond and sapphire bracelet. Center diamond 2.06ct. Clarity grade is VS2, Color grade is I Side diamonds total weight is approximately 6.42 cttw. Clarity gra...
Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning one of one Platinum Art Deco bracelet with an impressive 28 carats of natural VS diamonds, including 3 center stone marquise diamonds weighing over 1 carat each. T...
Diamond, Platinum
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H 0.14 in W 0.6 in L 7 in
Vintage Natural 7.25 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Bracelet In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural 7.25 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Bracelet Art Deco is a design style that emerged in the early 20th century (around the 1920s to 1930s) and is characterized by bold geom...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet A beautiful Harry Winston cluster bracelet set with approximately 42 carats of diamonds Made in 1965 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 18 Karat Yellow Gold Burnish Set Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Harry Winston hinged bangle bracelet features three rows of brilliant-cut diamonds meticulously set in a domed, 18k yellow gold "bombé" mounting with a secure safety chain. The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Old Euro Cut Diamond and Emerald Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
Original vintage/antique Art Deco era diamond and emerald bracelet Set with a 1 carat center stone, encrusted by 119 old-cut diamond accents and a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Harry Winston Emerald Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent emerald and diamond bracelet from the legendary house of Harry Winston. This bracelet crafted by Harry Winston in the 1980’s is set in 18K yellow gold with 182 round bri...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1960s Harry Winston by Jacques Timey Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed by Jacques Timey for Harry Winston. This sculptural design presents a stunning arrangement of round, and baguette shaped diamonds, handset at va...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum