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Jose Hess Rings

1933-2021

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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Creator: Jose Hess
Jose Hess 18K Gold Diamond Bombe Ring 4.5 Carats VS F-G, 1990s
Jose Hess 18K Gold Diamond Bombe Ring 4.5 Carats VS F-G, 1990s

Jose Hess 18K Gold Diamond Bombe Ring 4.5 Carats VS F-G, 1990s

By Jose Hess

Located in Miami, FL

A sculptural diamond ring by Jose Hess, executed in rich 18 karat yellow gold and set with an impressive field of brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4.50 carats. The desig...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Jose Hess for Birks 18K White Gold Multi-Row Diamond Ring, Size 7
Signed Jose Hess for Birks 18K White Gold Multi-Row Diamond Ring, Size 7

Signed Jose Hess for Birks 18K White Gold Multi-Row Diamond Ring, Size 7

By Jose Hess

Located in Plantation, FL

A substantial and architecturally designed diamond ring by acclaimed American designer Jose Hess, retailed through the prestigious luxury jeweler Birks. Crafted in solid 18 karat whi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

JOSE HESS Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.64 Ctw In VS Diamonds
JOSE HESS Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.64 Ctw In VS Diamonds

JOSE HESS Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.64 Ctw In VS Diamonds

By Jose Hess

Located in Miami, FL

A cocktail ring designed by Jose Hess. This is an absolutely gorgeous cocktail ring created in New York City by the American designer Jose Hess. The massive ring was masterfully cra...

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1980s American Modernist Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Jose Hess 1980's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Vintage Wide Band Ring
Jose Hess 1980's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Vintage Wide Band Ring

Jose Hess 1980's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Vintage Wide Band Ring

By Jose Hess

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a slightly domed wide band ring featuring raised flower bud appliqué Accented by round brilliant cut diamonds pavé set in between Weighing approximately 0.50 carat total ...

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1980s Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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Jose Hess Sapphire and Gold Statement Ring, 18k
Jose Hess Sapphire and Gold Statement Ring, 18k

Jose Hess Sapphire and Gold Statement Ring, 18k

By Jose Hess

Located in New York, NY

From the house of Jose Hess Made in 18K gold. Set with 10 sapphire stones Total weight: 14.57 grams SKU 1236-AETJAMR

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20th Century Jose Hess Rings

Jose Hess 18K Yellow Gold 3.50ct Diamond Ring JH37-031226
Jose Hess 18K Yellow Gold 3.50ct Diamond Ring JH37-031226

Jose Hess 18K Yellow Gold 3.50ct Diamond Ring JH37-031226

By Jose Hess

Located in Southampton, PA

A unique design makes this Jose Hess ring simply unforgettable. The creative 18K Yellow Gold setting makes a subtle statement every time its worn. At the center, an orb covered in pa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectacular Gold Ring by Jose Hess with 4.17 Carat Fancy Diamond GIA
Spectacular Gold Ring by Jose Hess with 4.17 Carat Fancy Diamond GIA

Spectacular Gold Ring by Jose Hess with 4.17 Carat Fancy Diamond GIA

By Jose Hess

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 14k, by Jose Hess, New York, New York. With just the right amount of bold and fabulous color, this ring by Jose Hess is a chic illustration of the brilliance of the New York design scene in the 1970s. Set with a stunning 4.17 carat Fancy Orangey Brown diamond...

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1970s American Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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18K 750 Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Jose Hess Vintage Designer Ring
18K 750 Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Jose Hess Vintage Designer Ring

18K 750 Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Jose Hess Vintage Designer Ring

By Jose Hess

Located in New York, NY

Jose Hess Vintage Designer Diamond Gold Ring Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 14.6 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Resizable) 1: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Diamond Carat Wei...

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1980s Contemporary Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jose Hess 2.00ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Curved Loop Ring - Size 6.5
Jose Hess 2.00ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Curved Loop Ring - Size 6.5

Jose Hess 2.00ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Curved Loop Ring - Size 6.5

By Jose Hess

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Elevate your jewelry collection with the Jose Hess Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Curved Loop Ring. A true statement piece, this ring features a unique curved design that gracefull...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Located in Palm Beach, FL

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Located in Darnestown, MD

Unusual crossover ring with one band of gold and the other of diamonds. The gold band has diagonal striations throughout. A curved band of diamonds forms a U shape going over and und...

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Jose Hess, 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
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By Jose Hess

Located in Chicago, IL

This unique ring by Jose Hess is boasts an approximate 2.00 carat pear shaped diamond. Mounted in a 14 karat yellow gold beautifully designed ridged mounting. This ring would make a ...

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Located in Miami, FL

Convertible ring designed by Jose Hess. An unusual convertible two pieces ring, crafted by the jewelry designer Jose Hess, in solid yellow and white gold of 18 karats. Finished with high polish and each part can be wear alone of together. Diamonds: Mounted in a pave setting, with 24 graduated round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.80 carats, white colorless E Color, VS-1 clarity. Weight: 11.85 Grams, (7.61 Dwt). Size: 5 sizeable. Measurements: 10 mm by 20 mm (0.39 X 0.79 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the gold assay mark, the serial numbers and signed, "©JOSE HESS 14kt 125071". Earrings — Jose Hess Jose Hess was a jewelry designer, artist and craftsman that possesses a talent for creating original, contemporary jewelry that dazzles with diamonds. Jose Hess is a driving force on the international design circuit. Master goldsmith, designer and gemologist, Hess’ roots and career path portray an artist and entrepreneur whose vision, sense of style and quality standards continue to keep him in the forefront of American jewelry design. A leader and active proponent of American jewelry design, Hess concentrates in creating branded collections.Today, Jose Hess concentrates on mentoring emerging designers by teaching jewelry design at the Fashion Institute of Technology, works as a consultant to jewelry companies in the United States and abroad to help them improve their design and manufacturing methods, and designs a Jose Hess brand collection of jewelry which is featured on television, with Jose doing the presentations live on air. A winner of numerous jewelry design award competitions including the prestigious DeBeers Diamonds...

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Located in Chevy Chase, MD

A stunning 2.90 carat total weight Diamond ring designed by Jose Hess! The center Diamond is 2.20 carats, set with a single Diamond on each side, and two small clusters of Diamonds....

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Jose Hess 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Cluster Band Ring

Jose Hess 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Cluster Band Ring

By Jose Hess

Located in Baltimore, MD

Jose Hess 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Cluster Ring Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 7.44 grams Diamonds: Approx. .50 CTW G-H VS natural diamonds Size: 9 (US) Width: 8.5MM Sig...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Jose Hess Rings

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Jose Hess Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Contemporary Vintage Ring
Jose Hess Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Contemporary Vintage Ring

Jose Hess Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Contemporary Vintage Ring

By Jose Hess

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Contemporary diamond crossover ring by designer Jose Hess. The ring features 16 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carat total weight and graded G-H color and V...

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Jose Hess Vintage 2.90 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Jose Hess Vintage 2.90 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

Jose Hess Vintage 2.90 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

By Jose Hess

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a navette shaped pavè field of round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 2.90 carats with F/G color and VS clarity Flanked North and South by dynamical...

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1980s Contemporary Vintage Jose Hess Rings

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Jose Hess rings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Jose Hess rings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Jose Hess jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Jose Hess diamond rings, from our inventory of 5, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 5 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider rings by Wesley Emmons, Heidi Abrahamson, and Aletto Brothers. Prices for Jose Hess rings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,995 and tops out at $38,100, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $3,188.