Established in 1912 by brothers Oscar, Nathan, and Harry after emigrating from Latvia, Oscar Heyman has been known for crafting glamorous jewelry using the finest gemstones in their NYC atelier.
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As a family business, the second and third generation members still think of precious gemstones. They include diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds. Each piece is signed and number, which ensures that Oscar Heyman’s artistry has been delivered for more than 110 years.
What is the Oscar Heyman jewelry brand?
Since 1912, Oscar Heyman’s fine jewelry has been a source of inspiration. Known as the “Jewelers’ Jeweler,” a title earned while producing pieces for Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany, and other famed jewelry retailers, Oscar Heyman jewelry showcases the majestic elegance of colorful gemstones. Each piece is carefully crafted by American artists using techniques handed down over three generations.
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What do you want to be known for?
Our goal is to achieve perfection in every stage of the transformation of a loose gem into a beautiful piece of jewelry.
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What are some of your favorite stones and why?
Beyond diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, Oscar Heyman specializes in esoteric gemstones with equally glamorous appeal, including but not limited to alexandrite, cat’s- –eye chrysoberyl, black opals, aquamarines, tourmalines, star rubies, and star sapphires. The company travels around the world to find the finest and rarest gemstone-quality material.
What inspires you?
The beauty of gemstones inspires us. We aim to first highlight the brilliance and hue of each stone. We have an archive of over 200,000 gouache hand-painted designs that date back to the 1920s.
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Tell us more about the process.
Oscar Heyman’s New York City workshop is located at Madison Avenue. Designers, jewelers and setters work together with engravers to produce the finest jewelry. This produces jewelry of heirloom quality that will last a lifetime. Oscar Heyman’s jewelry is all signed and numbered. This ensures the quality of the craftsmanship and pride in workmanship that has been delivered over the past 100 years.
Where can I buy?
Oscar Heyman will connect you to the retailer closest to you when calling (800). 642-1912.