Harry Winston was an American jeweller and watchmaker who was born on March 1, 1896, in New York City. He was known as the "King of Diamonds" and was one of the most prominent figures in the jewellery industry during the 20th century.

Winston's interest in gems started at a young age when he would visit pawnshops to examine jewellery. In 1920, he opened his first jewellery store in New York City and began to build a reputation for himself as a diamond expert. He would often acquire diamonds that had previously been owned by royalty or wealthy individuals, such as the Hope Diamond, which he purchased in 1949.

Throughout his career, Winston became known for his exceptional craftsmanship and the quality of the gems he used in his jewellery. He was also known for his innovative designs, which incorporated new techniques and styles. One of his most famous more...

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Platinum, 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond ring, Harry Winston,…

Platinum, 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond ring, Harry Winston, modelled as a flower, the stamen centring a brilliant-cut diamond framed by graduated pear shaped sapphires of various hues of yellow between claw-set circular-cut pink sapphires, the petals…

Harry Winston magnificent cluster diamond bracelet, circa 1960,…

Harry Winston magnificent cluster diamond bracelet, circa 1960, of a cheval design, centring a line of asymmetrically-set marquise-shaped diamonds partially framed by claw-set brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 28.50…

Harry Winston emerald and diamond ring, of geometric design,…

Harry Winston Emerald and Diamond Geometric Ring

Harry Winston emerald and diamond ring, of geometric design, collet-set with an octagonal-shaped emerald stated to weigh 1.44 carats, framed by four similarly set baguette diamonds together stated to weigh 0.64 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, size J,…

Harry Winston pair of diamond and green tourmaline earrings,…

Harry Winston Starburst Diamond & Green Tourmaline Earrings

Harry Winston pair of diamond and green tourmaline earrings, circa 1969, each modelled as a starburst, centring a cluster of claw-set brilliant-cut diamonds framed by an asymmetrical surround of textured gold plaques decorated at intervals with claw-set…

Harry Winston, platinum and diamond ring, of cluster design,…

Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring

Harry Winston, platinum and diamond ring, of cluster design, centring a claw-set cushion-cut diamond weighing 2.00 carats, within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds with diamonds set shoulders together weighing approximately 0.53 carats, signed Hw for…

Platinum, stamped 950, Harry Winston, large heart diamond…

Harry Winston Platinum Heart Diamond Pendant with 3.77ct Diamonds

Platinum, stamped 950, Harry Winston, large heart diamond pendant with graduated diamond sizes of mixed pear & round brilliant cut diamonds on a fixed 1. cm, 40 cm, cable link chain, 11.6 gms total finished weight. Pendant inscribed Hw 115331. Pendant…

An important emerald pendant, consisting of an 11.26 carat…

Royal Emerald Pendant and Earrings with Illustrious Provenance

An important emerald pendant, consisting of an 11.26 carat emerald carved in the shape of a woman's head set in an ornate gold 4.0 x 1.80 cm pendant, accented by twenty-four bezel and grain set round brilliant cut diamonds of estimated total weight 0.60…

Harry Winston, diamond ring, featuring a GIA certified 2.01ct…

Harry Winston Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

Harry Winston, diamond ring, featuring a GIA certified 2.01ct emerald cut diamond, F colour, VVS2 clarity, claw set on a platinum band and flanked by an estimated 0.15ct tapered baguette on either side, stamped 'Hw Pt 950 164003', with box, 5.46 grams…

'Harry Winston' micropave diamond narrow wedding band in…

Harry Winston Platinum Micropave Diamond Wedding Band, Size M

'Harry Winston' micropave diamond narrow wedding band in platinum. Provenance: Purchased in Fifth Avenue, New York City with purchase receipt and certificate, Size: M

Platinum, 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond brooch, Harry Winston,…

Harry Winston Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch

Platinum, 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond brooch, Harry Winston, modelled as a flowerhead, the stamen centring a brilliant-cut diamond framed by graduated pear-shaped sapphires of various hues of yellow between claw-set circular-cut pink sapphires, the…

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston, designed as a…

Harry Winston Diamond Ring

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston, designed as a continuous line of HW motif collets claw-set with sixteen brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 3.52 carats, size K, signed HW for Harry Winston, numbered 142460.

Platinum and diamond 'Tryst' ring, Harry Winston the…

Harry Winston Platinum and Diamond Tryst Ring

Platinum and diamond 'Tryst' ring, Harry Winston the emerald-cut diamond weighing 0.80 carat is claw-set between a pair of brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, size I, numbered 281528, maker's mark Hw for Harry Winston. Accompanied by a GIA diamond dossier…

A heart shaped diamond ring by Harry Winston, platinum, fully…

Harry Winston Heart Diamond Ring

A heart shaped diamond ring by Harry Winston, platinum, fully hallmarked by Harry Winston with serial numbers to inner shank, designed as a modern classic solitaire ring, set with central heart shaped diamond of 0.73ct, accompanied by GIA certification of…

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston, 2016, claw-set with a…

Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Ring, 1.28ct, E/VS1, GIA Cert

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston, 2016, claw-set with a round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.28 carats, size J1/2, signed HW for Harry Winston, numbered 417455. Accompanied by a GIA report numbered 7203099270, dated 28 May 2015, stating that the…

Pair of platinum and diamond 'Diamond Loop' pendant earrings,…

Harry Winston Diamond Loop Earrings

Pair of platinum and diamond 'Diamond Loop' pendant earrings, Harry Winston, each terminating in an open work teardrop-shaped pendant claw-set with graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, suspended from a similarly cut diamond surmount, the diamonds together…

A diamond ring by Harry Winston, the emerald cut diamond of 3.…

Harry Winston Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

A diamond ring by Harry Winston, the emerald cut diamond of 3.04cts, colour G, clarity VS1, flanked by a tapered baguette cut diamond to either side totalling a further 0.30cts, mounted in platinum, boxed, ring size N.

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston Claw-set with a…

Harry Winston Platinum & Diamond Ring, 2.33ct Cushion Cut

Platinum and diamond ring, Harry Winston Claw-set with a cushion modified brilliant-cut diamond weighing 2.33 carats, within a border and gallery embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds to a continuous similarly set hoop, size F, unsigned. Accompanied by…

Pair of diamond earrings, Harry Winston, each modelled as a…

Harry Winston Diamond Hoop Earrings

Pair of diamond earrings, Harry Winston, each modelled as a circular hoop set to the front and inside back with a line of brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 6.00 carats, mounted in platinum, inner diameter approximately 28 mm, signed…

Pair of diamond earrings, Harry Winston, each half hoop of…

Harry Winston Diamond Pave Earrings

Pair of diamond earrings, Harry Winston, each half hoop of bombe design, pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 10.10 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, length approximately 25 mm, signed Harry Winston. Accompanied by a Harry…

Pink diamond ring, Harry Winston designed as a continuous row…

Harry Winston Pink Diamond Ring

Pink diamond ring, Harry Winston designed as a continuous row of twenty-six natural fancy pink brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.00 carat, mounted in platinum, size L, signed Hw for Harry Winston, numbered 90212. Accompanied by a…

A sapphire and diamond dress ring, 18ct yellow and white gold,…

Intense Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dress Ring

A sapphire and diamond dress ring, 18ct yellow and white gold, styled from a Harry Winston collection, featuring a central pear cut sapphire of intense blue colour, weighing approximately 0.40ct, bezel set, framed by smaller grain set diamonds, diagonally…