Known as “the jewelers’ jeweler,” Oscar Heyman (1888–1970) designed pieces for Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston and Black, Starr & Frost. The family-run Oscar Heyman & Brothers jewelry company was founded by Heyman with his brothers Nathan and Harry in 1912. Jewelers from Latvia, they had trained at their great-uncle’s workshop, which had clients including Russian imperial jeweler Fabergé, before immigrating to the United States in the early 1900s.
After arriving in New York, Oscar worked with Pierre Cartier and Nathan was a tool maker at Western Electric before they came together to open their jewelry business. Highly skilled craftsmen, the Heyman brothers quickly developed a roster of high-profile clients — primarily big-name jewelers — drawn to their work with dazzling stones and meticulous design. In 1917, Black, Starr & Frost commissioned the brothers to design an American flag brooch, which would become a recurring motif in the Oscar Heyman & Brothers portfolio. They also designed the Pansy brooch in the 1930s, another long-popular accessory that was produced exclusively for Tiffany & Co. toward the end of the 20th century. After Heyman designed for four of the five jewelers on view at the 1939 World’s Fair House of Jewels (Cartier, Udall & Ballou, Marcus & Co. and Black, Starr & Frost), the company was given the moniker “the jewelers’ jeweler.”
Heyman & Brothers later designed gem-encrusted medallions that traveled to the moon on Apollo 16, the necklace setting for the 69-carat diamond Richard Burton gave Elizabeth Taylor in 1969 and even a pair of ruby-encrusted Stuart Weitzman stilettos in 2003. Over the years, the company has entranced such clients as Evelyn Lauder, Marjorie Merriweather Post, Billy Porter and Tina Fey with its pieces.
In 2012, the century-old jeweler underwent a rebranding to simplify its name to Oscar Heyman and today is still run by the Heyman family, which manages the whole process from alloying their own metal to cutting and polishing their gemstones to assembling the final product in-house. In 2017, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston published a monograph authored by Yvonne J. Markowitz and Elizabeth Hamilton that details for a broader audience the history of Oscar Heyman, an unsung company that’s long been behind some of the biggest names in jewelry.
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Oscar Heyman 3.34tcw Champagne Diamond Stud Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
These stunning Oscar Heyman earrings are made from platinum and feature a pair of 'champagne brown' diamonds weighing 3.34tcw (SI1-2). The stones are each 7mm wide and sit in a 4 pro...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
With a total diamond weight of 17.28 carats, and accompanied by GIA reports, these classic Oscar Heyman Mid-Century diamond cluster earrings are mounted in platinum. Each earring is ...
Diamond, Platinum
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Gold Calibre Ruby and Round Diamond Clip Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This pair of Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold earrings contains 2.82cts of calibré rubies in two elegant swirls around an oval of 50 round diamonds weighin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$35,200Sale Price|37% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum 8.58tcw Diamond Door Knocker Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum 'door knocker' style earrings contain 8.58tcw of round diamonds, F-G/VS quality. They are individually stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and serial numbe...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Bros Platinum Pearl & Marquise Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Bros Platinum Pearl & Marquise Diamond Earrings Description: These Oscar Heyman Bros earrings pair luminous cultured pearls with an elegant sweep of marquise-cut di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$6,800 / set
Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Darnestown, MD
Delicate and graceful diamond and sapphire earrings by Oscar Heyman. The earrings have approximately 1.5 carats of round brilliant diamonds; SI quality; G color. The sapphires weigh ...
18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Day and Night Invisible Set Sapphire Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Day and Night Invisible Set Sapphire Earrings A pair of Oscar Heyman day and night earrings featuring pear-shaped sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond 8.50 Carat Leaf Style Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman the jewelers' jewelry is known for his whimsical nature-inspired designs. The beautiful craftsmanship of channel setting is one of the signature features you will find in lots of Oscar Heyman jewelry...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Topaz, Sapphire and Diamond Pansy Clip Earrings, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
These unmistakable earrings incorporate pink Topaz, yellowish orange Citrine, blue sapphire, and sparkling white diamonds together in a beautiful display of color to form a unique re...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Citrine, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Oscar Heyman Diamond Pavé Hoop Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Bethesda, MD
These exquisite Oscar Heyman hoop earrings exemplify the renowned jeweler’s commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Expertly handcrafted in 18 karat gold, each...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$98,500 / set
Oscar Heyman Colombian Emerald Earrings, 2.61 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
These elegant drop earrings by the renowned Oscar Heyman feature two verdant green Colombian emeralds, totaling 2.61 carats. Certified as treated with only minor oil, these emeralds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Oscar Heyman & Brothers Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Brothers Sapphire and Diamond Earrings This exquisite pair of Oscar Heyman Brothers earrings features a stunning combination of GIA-certified natural sapphires and eleg...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 18k Gold and Platinum Diamond and Blue Sapphire Leaf Ear Clips
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Weston, MA
These substantial diamond encrusted leaf-form ear clips are curved the way a real leaf would be but highlight a magical blue sapphire vein up the center of each piece. The blue sapph...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum Tsavorite and Diamond Halo Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Adorn yourself in lush beauty with these Oscar Heyman vibrant, green tsavorite garnet and diamond halo earrings. These earrings feature two oval green tsavorite garnets that weigh a...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
1980's 2.30 CTW Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage J-Hoop Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as geometric j-hoop forms featuring channel set step cut rubies Weighing approximately 1.70 carats total - transparent medium red in color Channel bisect a square form bead ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Hoop Earrings Length 22.51 mm x Width 11.06 mm (0.89in x 0.43in). Total weight of the set 12.1 grams. Baguette-cut rubies and diamonds. Hoop earring, fo...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Bros. Invisible Set Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Bros. Invisible Set Sapphire & Diamond Earrings A striking pair of earrings by Oscar Heyman, crafted in 18k white gold and platinum. These elegant earrings feature four...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Oscar Heyman Invisible Set Ruby Earrings with Diamonds
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in platinum with invisible set Square cut Rubies weighing a total of 24.71 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 2.31 carats. Signed by Oscar Hey...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow Gold and Cabochon Sapphire Earrings - VHK#984
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow Gold and Cabochon Sapphire Earrings - VHK#984 Item Details: Year: 1960s *Each earring has serial number, and hallmarks. Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy earrings, circa 1960.
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy earrings. A matching pair, each consisting of eighteen round brilliant cut diamonds in open back grain and claw settings, thirty six in total with a combi...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman diamond and ruby earrings. This pair of earrings has 22 rubies approximately 7-8 carats and 144 diamonds total weight approximately 16- 17 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Dazzling Diamond Ear Clips by Oscar Heyman
By Oscar Heyman
Located in San Francisco, CA
For over 100 years, Oscar Heyman has been crafting some of the most incredible jewelry in the world from their New York City atelier, and this pair of natural diamond ear clips is no...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman, Platinum 18K Gold Diamond Flower Earrings, Certificate
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
These Oscar Heyman flower diamond earrings are crafted in platinum. A certification by Osacr Heyman states these earrings consist of 88 round diamonds 2.76cts. These earrings are wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman, Platinum Multi-color Sapphire Diamond Earrings, Certificate
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
These earrings are carfted in platinum. Accompanied by an Oscar Heyman certificate stating that these earrings contain 20 kite multicolor sapphires and 106 round-cut and 2 Marquise-c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman AGL Certified Tradition Colombian Emerald Diamond Earring Platinum
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Designer Oscar Heyman Colombian Emerald AGL Certified Minor Traditional Emerald cut emerald Diamond Earrings ,Estate In person ea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$14,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Estate Earrings F VS Quality
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite Oscar Heyman estate earrings embody timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship, hallmarks of one of America’s most respected jewelry houses. Beautifully crafted ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Jadeite and Diamonds Clip-on Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Jadeite and Diamonds Clip-on Earrings Details: 18k Gold and platinum, Jadeite, circa 1980s. Total weight 15.4 grams. In excellent condition
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
$288Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold "X" 0.10 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold "X" Shaped 0.1 TCW Certified $995 820694 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oscar Heyman AGL Certified Tradition Colombian Emerald Diamond Earring Platinum
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Designer Oscar Heyman Colombian Emerald AGL Certified Minor Traditional Emerald cut emerald Diamond Earrings ,Estate In person ea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Statement Door Knocker Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning pair of Vintage Door Knocker Earrings. Featuring a large chunky rope style hoop with fancy top to finish. Vintage Condition:...
Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond 8.50 Carat Leaf Style Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman the jewelers' jewelry is known for his whimsical nature-inspired designs. The beautiful craftsmanship of channel setting is one of the signature features you will find in lots of Oscar Heyman jewelry...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Yellow Gold Diamond Door-Knocker Earrings 7.00 Carat
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant-cut diamonds, hammered 18K gold, and platinum Substantial door knocker earrings by David Webb is the ultimate luxury in your jewelry box. Loud statement on your ears, with...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Platinum 30 Carat Marquise Diamond Swirl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in solid platinum, these earrings boast a wreath-style swirl design adorned with a dazzling array of marquise-cut diamonds. The unique olive branch leaf shape adds a touch of...
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat Gold French Back Earrings with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires 1.0 TDW
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Kt White Gold French Back Earrings with Diamonds And Blue Sapphires 1.00 Total Diamond Weight. 6.69 grams total weight.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
$3,036Sale Price / item|20% Off
Topaz Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Earrings (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 40-RND-0,22ct Sapphire 12-RND-0,32ct Topaz 2-1,83ct Topaz 18-0,7ct Topaz 16-0,66ct Weight 6.6 grams With a heritage of an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold
Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Gorgeous "Bulgary style" earrings featuring captivating blue cabochon sapphires and pear-shaped rubies, every gemstone has been selected for its lively and intense, rich color. To co...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
TIFFANY & Co. South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co 750 Diamonds 1.25ct TW, about F-G and VS1 Pearls measures 14.1mm x 14.0mm Marked: Tiffany & Co PT 950 Earrings are about 20 x 17 x 14mm Total Weight: 14.6 grams
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Turquoise Oval Cabochon Earrings with Diamonds and Sapphire, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Turquoise Oval Cabochon Earrings with Diamonds and Sapphire, 18k. The total weight of the diamonds is 0.80 carats and the sapphires weigh 0.40 carats. The earrings weigh 11.88 gram...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise
Vintage Gold Door Knocker Earrings 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous example of the forever classic Vintage Door Knocker Earring. In very good vintage condition. Crafted in gold plated metal. App...
Oscar Heyman Platinum Pave Diamond Star Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Venice, CA
These incredible Oscar Heyman earrings contain pave set diamonds of approximately two carats. The platinum eight-point stars are irregular shapes with longer and shorter points along the star, a non-symmetrical variation resembling a burst of light. The diamonds are impeccable—with intense white sparkle so bright the diamonds seem to radiate. The sophistication of the platinum and pave is balanced against the playful, organic shape of the stars; the result reminds us of an elegant cartoon dynamite explosion. Oscar Heyman & Bros. Jewelry is considered to be “the jeweler’s jeweler,” producing pieces for Cartier, Van Clef & Arpels, and Tiffany & Co. The brothers apprenticed at their uncle’s Fabergé workshop...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman, Vintage Platinum and Diamond Snowflake Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
In a beautiful snowflake design by the renowned Oscar Heyman, these stunning earrings contain round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.85 carats total. The perfect earri...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman 5.80 carat tanzanite diamond platinum earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage Oscar Heyman platinum earrings from the 1980’s feature two vivid oval cut tanzanites totaling approximately 5.80 carats. Surrounding each gem, forty-two tapered baguett...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
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W 1.18 in D 0.35 in L 1.34 in
OSCAR HEYMAN 1935 Art-Deco Platinum Clips-Earrings With Amethysts & Diamonds
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible dress-clips clips-on earrings designed by Oscar Heyman. This is an exceptional pair of convertible dress-clips and clips-on earrings created in New York by the jewelry h...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman, Platinum Diamond Earrings, Certificate
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
These earrings from Oscar Heyman are exquisite and elegant, showcasing the pinnacle of jewelry craftsmanship. The earrings are set with 264 round diamonds, totaling 6.84 carats, emit...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Brothers Emerald Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large 18k yellow gold basketweave earrings by Oscar Heyman Bros, featuring emerald, ruby and sapphire cabochons. Earrings measure 1...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Platinum 13mm Pearl & Diamond Drop Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum earrings contain six pear shaped diamonds weighing 1.20tcw with two 13mm silver pearl drops. All diamonds used are F/G-VS quality. The earrings have posts and s...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Multicolor Sapphire Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
These unique and vibrant earrings by Oscar Heyman feature an artful arrangement of gemstones. They are expertly crafted from 2 oval cut blue sapphires totaling 6.57 carats, 2 oval cu...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
Oscar Heyman Mandarin Garnet Earrings, 9.54 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
The radiance of the sunset shines from these rare orange Spessartite garnet earrings by Oscar Heyman. Featuring a blazing mandarin color, t...
Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Ceylon Sapphire Earrings, 10.60 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
Two impressive cushion cut Ceylon sapphires totaling 10.60 carats are set in these glamorous earrings by famed jewelry designer Oscar Heyman. Displaying a vivid "royal" blue hue, the...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar Heyman Platinum Hand Made Cluster Earrings Containing 12 Pear Shape Diamonds 14 Marquise Shaped Diamonds Total Weight 10.35 cts. Fine quality G - VVS Hallmarks: 702744 The E...
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Tsavorite Diamond Estate Lever-Back Earrings Certified
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning tsavorite and diamond earrings by American designer Oscar Heyman handcrafted in platinum. The earrings features 2 oval tsavorite gemstones weighing 6.15 carat total weight, ...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum