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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$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Jose Hess 12ct Diamond Drop 18k Yellow Gold Collar Statement Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Chicago, IL
This spectacular Jose Hess diamond collar necklace is a masterful example of sculptural elegance and refined luxury. Crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold, the design features sweepin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 3 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Loop Ribbon Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
By Jose Hess
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jose Hess 18k Yellow Gold 3ct Round Brilliant Diamond Loop Ribbon Necklace Product: Jose Hess Diamond Ribbon Necklace Material: 18k Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,000Sale Price|20% Off
Jose Hess Floret 6.50ctw Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Dallas, TX
Jose Hess Floret Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features 6.50ctw of brilliant round diamonds, F in color, VS in clarity. The necklace is 16 inches in length, 3/8 i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Sweeping Diamond Drop 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Statement Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This striking Jose Hess necklace is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and features a sculptural curved collar design accented with channel-set diamonds along the sides. The front showc...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,400Sale Price|20% Off
Jose Hess Diamond 5 Carat Gold Necklace and Earrings Set
By Jose Hess
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and substantial jewelry set by Jose Hess, composed of a matching necklace and earrings, finely crafted in a combination of 14K yellow gold and 14K white gold. The design refl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Jose Hess 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Graduated Collar Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and elegant diamond collar necklace by Jose Hess, crafted in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold. This striking graduated collar design features a beautifully sculptural se...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 13.70 Cttw Collar Necklace by Award Winning Designer Jose Hess
By Jose Hess
Located in Troy, MI
"Elegance Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated.” Jose Hess’ professional accomplishments include numerous prestigious awards from the likes of DeBeers Diamonds International, American Gem ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Jose Hess 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Y Necklace #16969
By Jose Hess
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This spectacular drop necklace features 44 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold. Approximate total diamond weight: 1.25 ct. Diamond color: G D...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Jose Hess Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Boston, MA
This exquisite necklace by acclaimed jeweler Jose Hess is a true showstopper. The centerpiece is a breathtaking 1.58 carat natural Burmese ruby, renowned for its highly coveted "pige...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Round Diamond Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous diamond station necklace is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring a delicate snake chain and a dangling diamond motif, this lovely necklace goes with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Diamond Squiggle Drop Necklace with Hearts in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely, delicate diamond drop necklace is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring a narrow snake chain and a sparkling diamond squiggle motif, this beautiful pi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess the Squiggle Collection 950 Platinum 0.15ct Round Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Jose Hess Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 950 Platinum Length: 16.00 inches Weight: 9.01 grams Ladies JOSE HESS 950 platinum diamond lariat necklace. Engraved with "Pt 950". ...
Diamond, Platinum
Jose Hess 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Collar Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A signature creation by renowned designer Jose Hess, this striking collar necklace is crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold. The triple-row collar design is adorned with 63 round bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 18K White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Jose Hess Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Length: 18.00 Inches Diameter: 19.50 mm Weight: 4.46 grams One lady's rhodium plated 18K white gold, diamond necklace...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$71,644Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels 5.40 Carat Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and onyx suite, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold circa 1980, comprising a necklace and matching ear clips, each signed...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
This vintage 18k yellow gold collar necklace exemplifies timeless elegance with its sleek, minimalist design that creates a sophisticated statement piece. Weighing a substantial 22.2...
Yellow Gold
Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set A matching necklace and earring set with round & baguette cut diamonds set in 18k white gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.36 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, Adjustable Length
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Simple, clean and timeless. This 18K yellow gold collar necklace is set with round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 2.36 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini, 10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Blue Necklace. The necklace is available in 18 karats yellow gold on order. The necklace boasts a...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
25CTW Mixed Color Gemstone Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers across the country. As the founder shifts focus to new ventures, he’s releasing a final selection of investment-grade gemstone and diamond pieces—offered exclusively to 1stDibs buyers at exceptional, below-market prices. This is not a liquidation or sale—it’s a one-time opportunity to acquire legacy-level jewelry at true insider value. Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This stunning 18k Yellow Gold has an array of mixed gemstones that pop in color. This necklace features 207 princess cut gemstones...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
$5,982
H 1.57 in W 0.8 in Dm 0.8 in L 18 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold drop pendant Necklace is microscopically decorated with Byzantine-style bead and wire granulation workmanship and finished with a unique...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diam...
$16,956Sale Price|20% Off
H Stern 64 grams 18 carats yellow gold necklace and earrings
By H. Stern
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite necklace designed by H.Stern with a 2.28 carat total weight of 18K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Double Heart Necklace & Ear-Clip Earrings Set. The earring...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Jose Hess Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Boston, MA
This exquisite necklace by acclaimed jeweler Jose Hess is a true showstopper. The centerpiece is a breathtaking 1.58 carat natural Burmese ruby, renowned for its highly coveted "pige...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
JR 26.07 Carat Diamond Briolette 18 Karat White Gold Dangling Necklace
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 26.07 Carat Diamond Briolette Dangling 18 karat White Gold Necklace Made with a combination of one Hole dangling and two hole briolettes, this necklace is a rare beauty. The int...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Round Diamond Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous diamond station necklace is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring a delicate snake chain and a dangling diamond motif, this lovely necklace goes with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diana M. Custom 31.50 Cts 4 Prong Round Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k yellow gold, 16.5" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace 31.50 cts round diamonds 80 stones 0.39 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 2000's Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lovesaver Heart Pendant Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of 1.0 mm cable link chain featuring a round lifesaver donut pendant Puffed and suspending from heart shaped surmount Centering a prong set round brilliant cut diamond Weig...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Gold Diamond Squiggle Pendant Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Squiggle design pendant, by designer Jose Hess, in 14 karat yellow gold accented by natural round brilliant-cut diamonds and suspended on a neck chain. The pendant measures 3.5" in ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Natural Diamond Station Necklace 18K White Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Baltimore, MD
Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Natural Diamond Station Necklace 18K White Gold Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 6.68 grams Diamonds: 1.09 CTW natural round diamonds G VS. Center Diamond is ...
Diamond, White Gold
Jose Hess Diamond Open Ball Pendant 36" Long 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous diamond pendant necklace by esteemed jewelry designer, Jose Hess. The Jose Hess brand is focused on creating sophisticated simplicity with delicate, feminine pieces can be p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 'Garden Lights' Round Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5 Station Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous diamond station necklace by esteemed jewelry designer, Jose Hess. The Jose Hess brand is focused on creating sophisticated simplicity with delicate, feminine pieces can be paired with red carpet...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
By Jose Hess
Located in Towson, MD
One 18-karat white gold open circle pendant designed by Jose Hess /Birks, set with seventy-two (72) round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 1.50-carat total weight with matching ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jose Hess Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Jose Hess pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Featuring an abstract geometric pattern of intersecting lines set with round brilliant diamonds of an estimated .85 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bib Collar Heavy Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in New York, NY
Fluted, arched link gold collar necklace, with prong-set, circular-cut diamonds set to the front, the diamonds weighing approximately 25 total carats, mounted in 18k yellow gold, sig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Gold and Diamond Necklace by Jose Hess
By Jose Hess
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful Gold & Diamond Necklace by Jose Hess, 14kt yellow gold and diamond abstract design necklace The crossover mounting set with approximately 37 round cut diamonds weighing app...
Jose Hess Diamond Gold Ball Pendant
By Jose Hess
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Presenting a Jose Hess pendant featuring 3.50 carats of different sized round cut diamonds set in 18K yellow gold. This piece is as fun as it is elegant. Chain Length: 21.50 inches...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Gold Necklace with Floating Diamond Set of Heart Locks
By Jose Hess
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, Jose Hess, American. This necklace features floating heart locks set with .45 carats of brilliant white diamonds. Beautifully designed and superbly made, this pie...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant 18 karat gold and diamond necklace by Jose Hess. The necklace is made of two strands of herringbone weave gold and a center panel of diamonds surrounded by starflowers. The 3...
Diamond, 18k Gold