Jewelers

William Ruser – The Beverly Hills Designer

William Ruser Gold and Diamond Bracelet.
William Ruser Gold and Diamond Bracelet.

William was born in Philadelphia in 1908. He was known for his sculpted pearl jewellery.

He started his career at Mauboussin in Atlantic City. As he rose through the ranks to manager, he purchased three boxes of pearls.

William Ruser Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Poodle Pin.
William Ruser Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Poodle Pin.

What made Ruser a cutting-edge jeweler? You will be surprised – these are freshwater pearl shoeboxes that he bought from a button seller in Mississippi before the war. Freshwater pearls were widely used during the Art Nouveau period, but demand began to decline. Ruser helped bring back the popularity of pearls. From these pearls, he created numerous decorations in the form of animals, flowers and angels. He also added diamonds and precious stones. Thanks to his imagination and love for his work, his jewelry is still collectible today. In 1947, together with his wife Polina, he opened his own business – Ruser Jewels.

William Ruser 14K Gold Cupid Cherub Angel Brooch Set With Pearls.
William Ruser 14K Gold Cupid Cherub Angel Brooch Set With Pearls.
Earrings in Platinum with Natural Pearls and Diamonds.
Earrings in Platinum with Natural Pearls and Diamonds.

Roeser closed his business and retired in 1969. He died in 1994.

Over the 20 years of Ruser Jewels’ existence, William Ruser’s designs have been featured in many films. “Sorry Wrong Number” (1948) is the very first film in which actress Barbara Stanwyck shows off Rouser’s jewelry. Shirley MacLaine and Caroline Jones appeared in William’s jewelry in the lead roles in The Career (1955).

William Ruser Narcissus Yellow Gold Compact Hand Held Mirror.
William Ruser Narcissus Yellow Gold Compact Hand Held Mirror.
William Ruser Yellow Gold Platinum Four Strand Pearl Diamond Bracelet.
William Ruser Yellow Gold Platinum Four Strand Pearl Diamond Bracelet.
Charming Ruser Cherub Pendant in 14 Karat Gold.
Charming Ruser Cherub Pendant in 14 Karat Gold.
Ruser Gold Retro Cufflinks c. 1955.
Ruser Gold Retro Cufflinks c. 1955.
Ruser Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Angel Cufflinks.
Ruser Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Angel Cufflinks.
Ruser Pearl Diamond Gold Bird Brooches.
Ruser Pearl Diamond Gold Bird Brooches.
Ruser solid Gold Framed Evening Bag Mirror.
Solid Gold Framed Evening Bag Mirror.
Ruser Old European Diamond Line Bracelet.
Old European Diamond Line Bracelet.
Ruser Baroque Pearl Sapphire Bracelet Angel Cherubs.
Baroque Pearl Sapphire Bracelet Angel Cherubs.
Ruser Mondays Child Holding a Mirror Brooch.
Child Holding a Mirror Brooch.
48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser.
48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser.
Ruser 14 Karat Gold Sapphire Mother of Pearl Wednesday Child Dog Pin.
Ruser 14 Karat Gold Sapphire Mother of Pearl Wednesday Child Dog Pin.
Mid Century 14K Ruser Child Pin with Delta Pearls Blue Sapphires.
Mid Century 14K Ruser Child Pin with Delta Pearls Blue Sapphires.
Ruser Gold Drop of a Cherub That Bill Traded to Me for a Watch Repair.
Ruser Gold Drop of a Cherub That Bill Traded to Me for a Watch Repair.