For a long time diamonds have been a privilege of kings, queens and celebrities from all over the world; but one name that stands out for his work with diamonds is Harry Winston. For this house, the creation of diamond jewelry is an art in itself and the key to its success lies in the combination of exceptional techniques, the product of decades of tradition and experience, with innovation embodied in designs that defy the imagination; resulting in jewels that become true works of art.
It is said that the history of the firm began in 1903 in a small jewelry store in the financial district of Los Angeles, where Harry, barely seven years old, began working with his father Jacob Winston, who gradually taught him the art of jewelry, awakening his passion for diamonds. But after the death of his father and after much effort, this young entrepreneur and visionary managed to open the doors of his own firm in New York in 1932.
However, his jewelry empire would begin in 1936 with the acquisition of Arabella Huntington’s jewelry collection, which he redesigned when he considered that it was out of fashion; showing the world her skill and thereby earning recognition in the world of high jewelry. Although this would not be the only reason why he would become known, he was the first to introduce the use of light platinum settings in his jewelry, which gave his pieces a three-dimensional arrangement and greater shades of brightness. .
Thanks to this, he would manage to captivate great film actresses such as Marlin Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor, but he would stand out in 1943, for lending a valuable jewel to the actress Jennifer Jones; she who would wear them at the Oscars, having such an impact that since then no other ceremony has been held without Harry Winston jewelry being exhibited; also adorning the red carpet of other events such as the Tony or the Emmy with its diamonds. Another of its successes and that stands out from the rest is that this firm has owned and sold some of the largest diamonds in the world such as the Jonker, the Vargas, the Star of Sierra Leone or the Taylor Burton, among others.
This is how this house has designed dream jewelry for more than a hundred years; becoming one of the most prestigious in the world as well as its clients and although its watches and accessories will always be a symbol of distinction, one of its most emblematic pieces and most sought after by celebrities are its engagement rings; which will always be news. Its hallmark will continue to be quality and exclusivity in design, captivating royalty and Hollywood celebrities for much longer.