A widely respected postwar British-Italian jewelry designer, Andrew Grima is often regarded as the father of modern jewelry. Grima was entirely self-taught and unafraid to take bold risks. His pioneering designs of the 1960s — set with amethysts, emeralds and other vibrantly colored stones — included cocktail rings, pendant necklaces and clip-on earrings in sculptural and eye-catching styles that sharply contrasted with the adornments of the era.
Grima was born in Rome in 1921, but he grew up in London. Though he came from an artistic family, he initially studied mechanical engineering at the University of Nottingham and served in the Royal Engineers during World War II. Upon returning from the war, in 1946, Grima joined his father-in-law's London jewelry business. He started as an accountant but quickly began experimenting with jewelry design.
By the mid-1960s, Grima's innovative techniques and abstract designs had catapulted him to fame, and his creations were in high demand. He opened his own exclusive gallery in London's West End, which featured an opulent spiral staircase. Candy-colored gems had captivated magazine editors and jewelry lovers everywhere, and Grima's prestigious clientele included Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, artist Barbara Hepworth and the British Royal family. In the 1970s, Grima also expanded into watchmaking, creating the "About Time" collection for Omega and a line of gold watches for Pulsar.
Grima received numerous awards over his career for his contributions to jewelry design. He was the winner of the De Beers Diamonds International Award a record number of 11 times and he was the only jeweler to win the Duke of Edinburgh Prize for Elegant Design. Today, his high-profile collectors include the likes of Miuccia Prada and Marc Jacobs, and his work is held in the collections of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Grima passed away in 2007, but his wife and his daughter carried on his legacy. Every year, they enlist a team of specially selected goldsmiths to produce a small collection of original jewelry in his unique style.
Today's designers and collectors recognize the importance of Grima's work and its impact on the jewelry industry. In 2018, New York jewelry dealer Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos featured Grima's groundbreaking designs in her "London Originals: The Jeweler’s Art in Radical Times" exhibit.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Andrew Grima rings, brooches and earrings.
Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace. Confident without overstating. Playful and still serious. Width ca 3.5 - 5....
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima Attributed 18 Karat Gold, Emerald, & Diamond Modernist Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 18k gold, emerald, and diamond modernist brooch. Attributed to Andrew Grima. Comprising a textured spiral in 18k yellow gold with prong set round smooth emerald caboch...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Collectible 90 Carats Chrysoberyl 18K Gold Ring by Andrew Grima
By Andrew Grima
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic Modernist Ring by Andrew Grima. 90 carats Cushion Cut Chrysoberyl in a 18K Gold textured graphic setting; with diamonds. Signed Grima Andrew Grima (31 May 1921 – 26 December...
Diamond, Chrysoberyl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
ANDREW GRIMA 1963 London Turquoises Massive Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
By Andrew Grima
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural gems-set brooch designed by Andrew Grima. This is a fabulous brooch created in London by the acclaimed designer-goldsmith Andrew Grima, back in the 1963. The extremely ...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Andrew Grima Vintage Tourmaline & Diamond Crossover Ring, London 1972
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
A vintage green tourmaline and diamond ring by Andrew Grima, 1972. The ring of crossover design, with a single step cut green tourmaline set vertically in the centre and set either e...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Andrew Grima Diamond Sapphire and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring 1977
By Andrew Grima
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant-cut diamond, baguette-cut sapphire, and 18-karat gold ring by Andrew Grima, 1977. This stylish ring, which is a size 07¼, would make a perfect non-traditional engagement ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
ANDREW GRIMA 18KT Gold Opal Earrings
By Andrew Grima
Located in Braintree, GB
Andrew Grima 18KT Gold Opal Earrings Made in 1990's, London. Design Overview: These earrings, crafted by Andrew Grima, are a sophisticated example of mid-20th-century modernist jewe...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Andrew Grima Diamond and Gold Bombé Ring, 1969
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
A vintage Andrew Grima diamond and gold bombé ring, composed of an openwork dome of hearts, squares, drops, triangles and circles, randomly set with marquise, oval, baguette, pear an...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Andrew Grima 18 Karat Gold, Citrine and Diamond Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
The most incredible gold brooch by perhaps the most famous modernist jeweller to have lived, Andrew Grima. Formed from 18 karat gold this 'nest' style brooch is crafted with satin-finished gold bars which interconnect, centring on an octagonal citrine and accented with baguette cut diamonds. The three dimensional pin is typical of the work by Grima in the 1960s and is reminiscent of some of the famed pieces he made for royalty and high society. The pin is hallmarked for Haller Jewellery Company...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima Vintage Textured 18ct Yellow Gold Chain 1975
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct yellow gold long sautoir necklace by Andrew Grima, 1975. This necklace can be connected as one single length or can be seperated into four separate chains of varying len...
18k Gold
Andrew Grima Amethyst, Diamond and Gold Brooch/Pendant Necklace
By Andrew Grima
Located in New York, NY
A square cut amethyst, pavé-set diamond, and 18 karat white gold pendant, on an 18 karat white gold torque, by Andrew Grima, made in 2002. The amethyst weighs approximately 35.00 car...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Andrew Grima 18 Karat Gold, Citrine and Diamond Ear Clips
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
The most incredible pair of gold ear clips by perhaps the most famous modernist jeweller to have lived, Andrew Grima. Formed from 18 karat gold this 'nest' style pair of ear clips are crafted with satin finished gold bars which interconnect, each centring on an octagonal citrine and accented with baguette cut diamonds. The three dimensional clips are typical of the work by Grima in the 1960s and is reminiscent of some of the famed pieces he made for royalty and high society. The rear of the clips are marked for Haller Jewellery Company which is where Grima first began designing his jewels before forming his own company. Fully hallmarked with London hallmarks, the ear clips (and matching brooch) are assayed for 1965. To the rear there are hinged clips which are working well and are secure. Andrew Grima most notably has designed jewels for Princess Margaret, Princess Anne and the Queen, and his jewels in recent years have become extremely desirable. This pair of clips are truly one of a kind and they have all of us at The Antique Guild...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.20ct Diamond Brooch 18KT gold Pearl Diamond brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
What a stunning piece! Pearl diamond brooch made by hand in 18KT gold with 3.20 carats of diamonds, some are old cut others are single cut. Year unknown. Diamonds are VS clarity, F-G...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A Chrysoberyl cat's eye and diamond ring in 18k white gold. This is a classical design with the main stone surrounded by repetitive pattern set with diamond pave. US Ring size 7.5 ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt gold Cammeo Pendant Brooch
Located in Capri, IT
18kt gold Cammeo Pendant Brooch Dama cammeo pin that can be used as a pendant too totally handmade in italy
18k Gold
Vase Diamonds Coral Onyx Emeralds Sapphires 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic Vase brooch in 18 karat yellow and white gold mounted with diamonds, coral,emeralds,onyx,sapphires and citrine. Vase total weight 56.30 grams Diamonds weight 0.80 karat Em...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, ...
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 18k yellow gold ring features a wide band design that creates a unique and eye-catching look. The crossover style adds a touch of elegance and the 0.46 carats of diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and diamond ring in 18k white gold. The chrysoberyl is in greenish honey colour with good translucency. The Chato...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GUBELIN Swiss 18k Yellow Gold & Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Cocktail Ring 1970s
By Gubelin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gubelin 18k Yellow Gold & Cat's Eye Cocktail Ring 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. Product = Gubelin 7.65 CT Chrysob...
Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold
Chanel pearl necklace 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Very long costume pearl necklace with pink and blue glass pearls. Jewelry from the 1985s-1990s under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Condition: V...
18kt Gold turquoise Pin
Located in Capri, IT
18kt Gold turquoise Pin
Turquoise, 18k Gold
$2,782
Chanel necklace 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Well-made chain necklace with blue glass-paste cabochons. Jewelry from the early 1980s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 87 cm SKU:CB75
Gilt Metal
Blue Sapphire Diamond Crossover Double Dolphin Head Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from sterling silver. It is set with 7.0 carats blue sapphire and .56 carats of diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
5.90 Carats Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 18k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.90 Carats Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Oval Cut Tanzanite Weight is: Approx. 5.00 Carats Tanzanite Measures: Approx. 12 x 10mm Natural...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
ANDREW GRIMA 1969 London Long Textured Chain In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Andrew Grima
Located in Miami, FL
Chain designed by Andrew Grima for Omega Watch Co. Swiss. This is an outstanding and very rare long chain, created in London England by the iconic goldsmith and designer Andrew Grim...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Grima Opal and Diamond Ring
By Andrew Grima
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful Oval Opal and Diamond Ring signed Grima, maker's mark AGLtd, UK hallmarks, set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is mentioned in "Grima Retrospective" May 1991 No. 145 in the c...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Grima 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum and Diamond Ear Clips, 1971
By Andrew Grima
Located in Zurich, CH
Splendid pair of 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond ear clips by Grima, 1971. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, these beautiful earrings are designed as stylized...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Pair of 18 Karat Gold & Diamond Ear Clips by Andrew Grima
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of delicate ear clips are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and are each set with a round brilliant cut diamond. The clips are by famed London jeweller Andrew Grima who has...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima Modernist Ring
By Andrew Grima
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic Modernist Ring by Andrew Grima. 20 carats Cushion Cut Brown Quartz in a 18K Gold textured graphic setting; Signed Grima Andrew Grima (31 May 1921 – 26 December 2007) was an ...
Diamond, Quartz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Spectacular Andrew Grima Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1967, 18k, by Andrew Grima for Haller Jewellry Co., London. From the catwalk at fashion week to idyllic cocktails poolside, this brooch has it all! Designed in London by Andrew Grima, arguably the most important modernist goldsmith of the post-war period, the look has considerable aesthetic wattage. It features a striking 18.0-carat cabochon tourmaline and .65 carats of fine white diamonds (H color, SI1 clarity). With pieces in every important Decorative Arts collection worldwide, Andrew Grima's work was inspirational; it challenged us with new visual images, blending Art and Fashion in brilliantly innovative ways. Excellent condition. Remark: Collected by Queen Elizabeth II, she had several very similar brooches to this one. Prince Phillip often gave Grima jewelry...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima Yellow Gold and Diamond Earrings
By Andrew Grima
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Andrew Grima 18k Yellow Gold Earrings, in the iconic Grima Modernistic form and measuring 1 1/8 inches in length X 1/2 inch wide, set with Baguette diamonds totaling .70 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima 18ct Yellow Gold And Diamond Cyclamen Leaf Earrings 1967
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
A pair of gold and diamond leaf earrings by Andrew Grima 1967, the earrings cast in 18ct yellow gold from two leaves of a cyclamen plant, the heart shaped leaves with undulating heavily textured surface have been given a sandblasted matte finish, highlighted with a round brilliant cut diamond to represent a single dew drop on each leaf, with clip fittings to the reverse. Grima produced a limited range of leaf jewels...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Grima Ring in 18 Karat White Gold With an Opal & Diamonds
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This unique white gold ring was made by the jewellery house 'Grima' and features a sizeable boulder opal set with diamonds on a triangular shank. The grooved tapered shank sweeps up to a point where there is a triangular cabochon 'boulder' opal which is claw set and surrounded by 10 round brilliant cut diamonds. Each of the diamonds in the ring are of I colour and SI clarity and total 0.45 carat and have been accented with a ball and wire feature style setting. Grima is the jewellery house founded by Andrew Grima who notably created jewels for The Queen, Princess Margaret and Princess Anne. Virtually all of Andrew Grima's creations are one of a kind and whilst he has passed away the firm is now run by his youngest daughter Francesca Grima...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Andrew Grima Rare Hammered Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold with 1.50 Ctw in VS Diamonds
By Andrew Grima
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds ring designed by Andrew Grima (1921-2007). A beautiful cross-over piece, crafted in solid 18 karats yellow gold and finished with a delicate battuto hammered pattern. Is pave set with 56 round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.50 carats, E/F color, VS-2 clarity. Have a total weight of 17.5 grams and the actual size is 10, sizable. stamped with the maker's mark logo, the assay hallmarks and signed, "GRIMA .750 D150". Andrew Grima, 31 may 1921-26 December 2007, was an Anglo-Italian designer who became known as the doyen of modern jewelry design in Britain. He became the foremost modern jewelry designer in the west end of London in the 1960s and 1970s, selling designs from his exclusive gallery at 80 Jeremy street in Mayfair featuring the world's first Perspex spiral staircase (1970) built by peter rice and Ove Arup. In 1970 he designed the successful "about time" watch collection for omega and in 1976 a collection of gold digital led watches...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Grima Ring in 18 Karat White Gold With an Opal & Diamonds
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This unique white gold ring was made by the jewellery house 'Grima' and features a sizeable boulder opal set with diamonds on a triangular shank. The grooved tapered shank sweeps up to a point where there is a triangular cabochon 'boulder' opal which is claw set and surrounded by 10 round brilliant cut diamonds. Each of the diamonds in the ring are of I colour and SI clarity and total 0.45 carat and have been accented with a ball and wire feature style setting. Grima is the jewellery house founded by Andrew Grima who notably created jewels for The Queen, Princess Margaret and Princess Anne. Virtually all of Andrew Grima's creations are one of a kind and whilst he has passed away the firm is now run by his youngest daughter Francesca Grima...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1987 Andrew Grima Green Beryl and Gold Necklace
By Andrew Grima
Located in New York, NY
A cabochon green beryl, diamond and brushed 18 karat gold necklace, by Andrew Grima, 1987. Stamped with maker's mark and British hallmarks. The internal circumference of the necklace...
Green Beryl, Gold