Harry Winston Diamond Ring

The Story & History

A superb diamond ring by Harry WinstonHarry Winston is an American luxury jewellery and watch house founded in 1932 in New York by Harry Winston (1896–1978). Renowned for exceptional diamonds and coloured gemstones, the house became... More, one of the most celebrated names in American fine jewellery and a house whose history is inseparable from some of the world’s most important diamonds.

Founded in New York in 1932, Harry Winston built an extraordinary reputation for the acquisition and presentation of exceptional gemstones. The house’s philosophy has traditionally placed the diamond at the heart of the jewel, with sophisticated settings designed to showcase a stone’s natural beauty while allowing maximum light and brilliance.

This ring exemplifies that enduring philosophy. Its design is beautifully restrained, allowing the exceptional 2.01-carat centre diamond to take precedence. Accompanied by a GIA certificate confirming D colour and VVS clarity, the diamond possesses two of the most desirable characteristics in a white diamond: exceptional colourlessness and very high clarity.

Set in platinum and secured by elegant claws, the ring has the refined simplicity for which important diamond jewellery is so admired. It is a jewel where the quality of the central stone is the principal statement.

Design & Details

The focal point is the impressive 2.01-carat centre diamond, presented in a classic claw settingClaw Setting is a jewellery setting in which a gemstone is secured by small metal claws, also known as prongs, that extend over the edge of the stone. The claws... More. The open construction allows the stone to be exposed to light from multiple directions, helping to reveal its brilliance and scintillation.

The diamond is GIA certified as D colour and VVS clarity. D is the highest colour grade on the GIA D-to-Z colour scale, denoting exceptional absence of body colour. VVS clarity indicates very slight inclusions that are difficult for a skilled grader to see under 10× magnification.

At just over two carats, the centre diamond has considerable presence on the hand, whilst its exceptional D colour gives it a particularly crisp and luminous appearance.

The use of platinum is entirely appropriate for a diamond of this quality. Its naturally white appearance provides a discreet and sophisticated setting, allowing the exceptional whiteness of the diamond to remain the focus.

The overall design is quintessentially elegant: rather than competing with the principal gemstone, the platinum mount serves to frame and elevate it. The result is a ring that feels luxurious without unnecessary ornamentation.

Styling & Wearability

A solitaire-style diamond ring of this character is wonderfully versatile. The substantial 2.01-carat centre gives it sufficient presence to be worn as an important statement jewel, while the classic setting ensures that it remains timeless rather than trend-led.

It would make an exceptional engagement ring for someone seeking an important diamond with recognised Harry Winston provenance, but is equally compelling as a significant addition to an established jewellery collection.

Worn alone, the ring allows the D-colour diamond to command the hand. It could also be paired with a slim platinum or diamond-set wedding band for a more traditional bridal combination.

The clean platinum setting works effortlessly with both contemporary and classic jewellery, making the ring particularly easy to incorporate into an existing collection.

Currently a UK finger size M, the ring can be adjusted to fit most fingers.