Jose Hess concentrated on mentoring emerging designers by teaching jewelry design at the Fashion Institute of Technology. He worked as a consultant to jewelry companies in the United States and abroad — in order to help them improve their design and manufacturing methods — and designed a collection of jewelry that was featured on TV and online, with Jose having done the presentations live on air.
An industry leader, Hess was the first American president of CIBJO, an international trade association whose mission is to establish uniform standards for the jewelry space worldwide. He was a former president of the 24 Karat Club of New York City, the Manufacturing Jewelers and Silversmiths of America, and the Plumb Club.
Mentor and educator Hess taught model-making at the Fashion Institute of Technology and often addressed student groups on goldsmithing and jewelry design. A winner of numerous jewelry design award competitions, including the prestigious De Beers Diamonds International award, Hess was frequently recognized for his talent. His jewelry has been prominently featured in W, InStyle, Mirabella, Town & Country, Vogue, and a variety of other magazines.
Hess’s work is often seen on the glamorous Hollywood circuit, with celebrities such as Demi Moore, Cindy Crawford, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Candy Spelling wearing pieces from his collection. Hess won the 1963 DeBeers Diamonds International (1958–1964); Certificate of Commendation – Diamonds International Awards (1978); Certificate of Distinction, Art Direction magazine (1978); and more.
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Jose Hess Diamond Gold Cuff Links
By Jose Hess
Located in New York, NY
A handsome pair of Jose Hess cuff links of 18K gold, set with square cut diamonds. .855 grams. 3/4 inches Diameter. Gold, and Jose Hess marks.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,790 / item
Diamond Lion Enamel Cuff links
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from sterling silver, these enamel cuff links are hand set with .58 carats of pave diamonds with hand painted miniature art. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEW...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel
18kt White Gold 5.65ct. Diamond Square Cuff Links
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent pair of 18 karat white gold square diamond cuff links. The cuff links are invisibly set with princess cut diamonds. The entire border of the cuff links are set with round...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hermes 18K Yellow Gold Mens Cuff Links
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
These Hermès cufflinks in solid 18K yellow gold bring a sophisticated touch to the world of sport-inspired design. Shaped as finely detailed golf balls, they showcase Hermès’ precisi...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Classic Mens Cuff Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The **Cartier Yellow Gold Ball Cufflinks** are a timeless symbol of luxury and sophistication, crafted to elevate any formal attire. Designed with Cartier’s signature attention to de...
Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Vannerie Cuff Links Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Vannerie Cufflinks Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 16.30 grams Hallmark: T&CO. 750 ©1995 Condition: Excellent condition, like new, come with Tiffany pouch an...
18k Gold
Ballentine "Ballantine's Scotch" Gold Tone Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
These whimsical cuff links from Ballantine's Scotch in gold tone metal measures 7/8" in length, 5/8" in width and 2/16" in depth. Wonderfully detailed with thei...
Antique Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Gold Cuff Links
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Antique 18 karat gold cuff links with diamonds by Tiffany & Co. The heavy, lozenge-shaped cuff links have 4 old European-cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1920s Art Deco Onyx Coral Diamond and Gold Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Art Deco platinum and 18 karat gold cuff links with diamond, onyx and coral. The cuff links have 56 rose-cut diamonds wi...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mikimoto 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Cuff Links
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
Details: Designer: Mikimoto Style: Cuff Links Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.4 Grams Stamped: "K14" "M" Pearl Diameter: ~9 mm Front Measurements: 20 mm x 15 mm Co...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
French 1930s Art Deco Gold Platinum Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Art Deco 18 karat gold and platinum cuff links. The cuff links are designed in a square shape which is bisected by a platinum bar....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gold and Enamel Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
A pair of English Mid-20th Century 18 karat gold and patterned enamel cuff links in blue, red and white. Circa 1942. Signed, JWB with Birmingham ass...
18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Turquoise Diamond Button Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
18K YELLOW GOLD MOTHER OF PEARL TURQUOISE DIAMOND BUTTON CUFF LINKS Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Turquoise Button Cuff Link...
Retro Vintage Mickey Mouse Gold Cufflinks, circa 1945
By Jose Hess
Located in Aspen, CO
Micky Mouse cufflinks, with one side his head and the other his hand. These retro vintage cuff- links are well made, unusual and in very fine condition, c...
14k Gold