Among the famed gemstones that Harry Winston (1896–1978) encountered over the course of his career was the Hope diamond, which he donated to the Smithsonian Institution in 1958. Today, Winston is regarded as the “King of Diamonds” and the “Jeweler to the Stars” as one of the first to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy earrings, necklaces and other fine jewelry for red-carpet events.
Winston’s father had immigrated to New York from Ukraine and ran a small jewelry shop where a young Harry learned about precious stones, enough, the story goes, to identify a real emerald in a heap of pawnshop jewelry at the age of 12. His early success involved turning that eye to estate sale collections that he transformed by freeing gemstones from dated ornamentation, giving them new cuts and modern settings. He opened Harry Winston Inc. in 1932, where he influenced 20th-century-jewelry trends by always elevating the stones rather than adding the lavish decorations that had pervaded jewelry in the 19th century.
The first of the celebrated diamonds to be purchased by Winston was the 726-carat uncut Jonker, acquired in 1935. Many others followed, including the 726.60-carat Vargas from Brazil which, in 1938, he tracked down across multiple continents after he read a brief newspaper notice about its discovery. The rarity and beauty of the gemstones he pursued and presented in his boutiques made the Winston brand synonymous with excellence.
Winston was also a pioneer of marketing as the first jeweler to dress an Academy Awards nominee when he loaned some diamond jewelry to Jennifer Jones for the 1944 Oscar ceremony. Winston was renowned for his eye for the finest of gemstones and the ability to design pieces in order to best flaunt their natural dazzle. He regularly showed off his collection in touring exhibitions, such as the 1949 “Court of Jewels,” which featured the Hope diamond. His storied past and long legacy is continued by the House of Harry Winston and its salons in Japan, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of Harry Winston jewelry that includes bracelets, wedding rings, engagement rings and other accessories.
Harry Winston 18k White Gold Signature Engraved Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston 18k White Gold Signature Engraved Cufflinks Details: Material: 18k white gold Length: 2cm Weight: 16.9 grams Hallmarked: HW, maker's mark, 750 In excellent condition
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier, 18K Gold Trinity Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of classic Cartier cufflinks from their Trinity Collection. Accompanied by a Cartier box. Measurements: 17 x 8 mm. Metal: 18 karat tricolor gold. Stamp: Cartier 750 (Italian ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos-Dumont Falcon Eye 18k White Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Elevate your style with these stunning Cartier Santos-Dumont cufflinks, expertly crafted from luxurious 18k white gold and featuring mesmerizing Falcon Eye inlays. Sourced from Carti...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Signature X Cufflinks Cuff links
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Signature X Cufflinks Cuff links Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 14.80 grams Diamond: 42 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .42ct approx. Hallmark:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Engraved Cylinder Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold engraved cylinder cufflinks . Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not only for their special design and for the ex...
18k Gold, White Gold
$4,673 / item
W 0.85 in D 0.32 in L 0.65 in
18K Gold Made in Italy Engraved by Hand Cabochon Agate Protective Cufflinks
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
The Brotherhood cufflinks are made of 18 karat rose gold and features 2 agates engraved by hand with protective words and a cross designed in gold on the back. It is a powerful prot...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
18k Rose Gold Malachite Tube White Diamonds Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite cufflinks are crafted from luxurious 18k rose gold, offering a sophisticated and warm hue. Each cufflink features a striking malachite tube, showcasing the stone's vi...
White Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mauboussin Paris sapphire 18k white gold cufflinks
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These distinguished Mid Century cufflinks by Mauboussin Paris showcase a refined arrangement of square cut blue sapphires, creating a bold yet sophisticated geometric design. The dee...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Cufflinks with Diamonds & Tahitian Pearls
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of 0.38 carat diamond, Tahitian-colored pearl, and 18 karat white gold cufflinks; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collection. These fine an...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond Oval Engraved Yellow White Gold Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Diamond 18k yellow gold oval shaped cufflinks. A round diamond is bezel set in a 18k white gold setting and placed in the center of the 18k yellow gold oval with engraving and...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Amethyst Cabochon Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Elegant vintage cufflinks crafted in solid 18K white gold, each set with a polished amethyst cabochon displaying rich purple coloration with natural tonal variation. The smooth domed...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Cufflinks
Located in Macau, MO
This pair of cufflinks are made of 18K white gold, designed and made in Italy, simple and elegant, matching different style of suits and shirts. The company was founded one and a ha...
White Gold, 18k Gold
Round Cufflinks, 18k White Gold, with Blue Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round cufflinks, 18k white gold, petrol blue vitreous enamel, windmill guilloche pattern, diameter app. 20.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internati...
18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Harry Winston 18K White Gold Mens 1.75cts Diamond Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamonds & 18k White Gold Stirrup Arched Wraparound Cufflinks. Harry Winston cufflinks are designed for the sartorialist. The arched sha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Harry Winston 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.40 Carat Diamond and Lapis Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
This pair of chain link cufflinks is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a round royal blue Lapis Lazuli front face with gold flakes. Set on each of the cufflink's center is a diamond. The back of the cufflink is stamped with "750" and "Winston" as the maker's mark. These unique Harry Winston...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Pearl Diamond Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredible set of Harry Winston cufflinks crafted in platinum, the feature 2 12.5mm pearls adorned with 2 .25ct diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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D 0.5 in Dm 0.57 in L 0.68 in
Harry Winston by Thom Browne Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cufflinks Stud Set
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant diamond and 18K white gold cufflink stud set by Thom Browne in collaboration with Harry Winston. They feature very high grade brilliant round cut diamonds, approx. 3.0-4.0cts...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Ocean Yellow Gold Enamel Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
Accentuate your attire in an incredibly attractive fashion with these extraordinarily envisioned cufflinks from Harry Winston that boast enticingly imaginative design and exceptional...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Ocean Diamond White Gold Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Ocean Cufflinks by Harry Winston. With 70 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 1.20ct Details: Measurements: 19mm x 22mm x 1...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cufflink Stud Set
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive blue sapphire, diamond and platinum cufflink stud set by Harry Winston. They feature rich blue oval shaped sapphires, approx. 5.0cts total weight, with very high grade dia...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Onyx Chalcedony Gold Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Handsome onyx, chalcedony and 18K white gold cufflinks by Harry Winston. They feature a modern design, with chalcedony and onyx inlays and a white gold setting. Hallmarks: HW ...
Onyx, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Ocean Enamel Gold Cufflinks
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Unusual blue enamel and 18K pink gold cufflinks from the "Ocean" collection by Harry Winston. Hallmarks: HW, 750,
18k Gold