History of David Yurman in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 1, 2026

David Yurman is a privately held American jewelry company headquartered in New York City. It was founded by David Yurman and Sybil Kleinrock Yurman. The company is known for its distinctive designs, often incorporating cable motifs and precious gemstones. The brand has expanded to include watches, eyewear, and fragrances, solidifying its position as a luxury lifestyle brand.

October 12, 1942: David Yurman's Birth

On October 12, 1942, David Yurman, the co-founder of the David Yurman jewelry company, was born in New York City.

December 10, 1942: Sybil Kleinrock Yurman's Birth

On December 10, 1942, Sybil Kleinrock Yurman, the co-founder of the David Yurman jewelry company, was born in New York City.

1977: Exhibition at Retail Jewelers of America Show

In 1977, David Yurman was chosen as one of 12 jewellers to exhibit at the first New Designer Gallery at the Retail Jewelers of America Show (RJA) in New York City.

1979: David and Sybil Yurman's Marriage

In 1979, David Yurman and Sybil Kleinrock married.

January 31, 1982: Birth of Evan Yurman

On January 31, 1982, David and Sybil Yurman's son, Evan Yurman, was born.

1999: First Store Opening in New York

In 1999, David and Sybil Yurman opened their first store in New York.

2000: First Advertising Campaign

In 2000, David and Sybil Yurman collaborated with the David Lipman advertising agency and photographer Peter Lindbergh for their first advertising campaign, featuring Amber Valletta and shot in St. Barts in France.

2001: Establishment of the David & Sybil Yurman Humanitarian and Arts Foundation

In 2001, the David & Sybil Yurman Humanitarian and Arts Foundation was established to award individuals who support charities and the arts through their donations and volunteerism.

2003: Evan Yurman Joins the Company

In 2003, Evan Yurman joined the David Yurman company.

2004: Evan Yurman Appointed Design Director

In 2004, Evan Yurman became the design director of the Men's and Timepiece Collections at David Yurman.

2006: Overseeing the company's Wedding Collection

In 2006, Evan Yurman began overseeing the company's Wedding Collection.

2009: Launch of Exclusive High-End Jewelry Collection

In 2009, Evan Yurman launched an exclusive collection of high-end jewellery.

2017: Publication of 'David Yurman Cable'

In 2017, Rizzoli published 'David Yurman Cable', the brand's first book, exploring cable as an archetypal form and Yurman's artistic use of it.

March 2019: Default Judgment in Trademark Infringement Case

In March 2019, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York entered a default judgment in favor of David Yurman, awarding the company $1,550,000 and a permanent injunction against 31 defendants for trademark infringement and selling counterfeit goods.

February 2025: Eiza González announced as Brand Ambassador

In February 2025, actress Eiza González was announced as a brand ambassador for David Yurman.

2025: Launch of the David Yurman Gem Awards Grant

In 2025, Jewelers of America and the Gem Awards committee announced the launch of the David Yurman Gem Awards Grant, a $50,000 grant and mentorship program for emerging jewelry designers.