Born into a Jewish family in Essen, Germany, Hans Stern (1922–2007) fled with his parents to Rio de Janeiro at the onset of World War II. There he landed a job working for the precious stone and mineral exporter Cristab. Thus began Stern’s rise to become “the king of the colored gems,” as the media would dub him, and founder of the family-owned H.Stern jewelry business that now has over 150 stores worldwide.
While working for Cristab, Stern regularly visited mines on horseback. At the remote mines of Minas Gerais, Brazil, he cultivated relationships with many of the miners, developing professional connections that would endure for decades. He also embraced a fascination with the colorful semiprecious stones harvested in the area. In 1945, he started his own company, H.Stern, with the goal of marketing Brazilian gemstones — then virtually unknown on the global stage — to an international audience.
Though the company began as a trader in gemstones, it soon expanded to jewelry, with Stern assembling and training a team of young jewelers. A frequent motif in the company’s designs was the star, as Stern is “star” in German. In 1949, H.Stern opened its first jewelry shop in Rio de Janeiro, but a storefront was not his customers’ only view into the brand’s jewelry-making process. In the 1950s, Stern became one of the first major jewelers to offer tours of his workshop, showing off the creative process and elevating the role of craftsmanship in jewelry design.
Stern’s approach and his vibrant jewels, which favored organic settings designed to show off colorful gems, earned international recognition and put Brazil’s topaz, amethyst and tourmaline on the map. Tourmaline was reportedly Stern’s favorite, and the company’s Rio de Janeiro vaults are also home to Paraíba tourmalines, which are mined in the mountains of Paraíba, Brazil. He recognized the burgeoning tourism industry in the country as an opportunity to promote the beauty of these stones, opening stores in the lobbies of Brazil’s leading hotels and investing in vehicles to bring visitors to the H.Stern headquarters. By the mid-1990s, the company was opening stores abroad and selling jewelry at international department stores.
In the 1980s, the brand debuted its first celebrity collaboration, with French actress Catherine Deneuve. Since then it has worked with partners such as designer Diane von Fürstenberg and architect Oscar Niemeyer. In 2016, Assouline published a book on the 70-year history of H.Stern, from its humble founding to its worldwide acclaim. Today, the company is run by Stern’s son, Roberto, who has introduced a broad range of new collections and styles.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of H. Stern necklaces, rings, earrings and other accessories.
H. Stern Gold Bracelet with Diamonds
By H. Stern
Located in Darnestown, MD
Delicate mesh chain bracelet by H. Stern. The bracelet has 5 rows of tiny interwoven circles creating a delicate mesh effect. Nine small round diamonds add a hint of bling. The brace...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,030Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 7.5 in
18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet with Dangling Ruby Diamond Charm
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Chain Bracelet with Dangling Ruby Diamond Charm in 18K gold showcases 2.88 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 0.04 carats of diamond. It measures 7.5 inches long in ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$690Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Five Diamonds Bracelet Diamond Solitaire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,677Sale Price / item|29% Off
W 0.79 in D 2.14 in L 6.62 in
14K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Natural Diamonds
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
This piece features a substantial, breathable gold bar, linked to a chain and an eye-catching sun charm. With its exceptional design, it makes an ideal accompaniment to any timepiece...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$588Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Diamond Station Bracelet Diamond Solitaire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Bracelet with Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Cosmic bracelet length 8 inches 18kyg lobster lock with sizing rings Mother of pearl 8 carats approx. Diamonds 2.0 carats approx. Composed of 18 kara...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$475Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 0.11 in W 0.11 in
14k Gold Diamond Bezel Bracelet Diamond Duo Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Bezel Bracelet is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Bracelet with White Diamonds, Sapphires and Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Wrap your wrist with the graceful Giardino Primavera bracelet, encompassing beautifully crafted pink and red flowers made with bright colored micromosaics. Intertwined between the b...
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels 18K Gold Evil Eye Bracelet with Turquoise & Diamonds
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful bracelet is set with .90 carats Turquoise and .91 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest c...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$622Sale Price / item|35% Off
14k Gold Five Diamonds Bracelet Diamond Solitaire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Bracelet is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier LOVE Bracelet On Chain With 2 Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier LOVE Bracelet On Chain With 2 Diamonds The bracelet is 18K white gold Set with 2 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.03 carat Adjustable chain length: 16.5 cm and 18.5 cm Motif...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Horse Shoe Bracelet with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 1.30 carats approx. 8 inch length with lobster clasp Bracelet can be clasped at any length Also available in various lengths Crafted in shim...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amwaj 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet with Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Brilliant small diamonds are showcased in a minimal setting in this 18 karat rose gold. A row of round cut diamonds encircles the wrist to form a sleek pear motif. This delicate piec...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$527Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 0.11 in W 0.11 in
18k Gold Diamond Bezel Bracelet Diamond Duo Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Bezel Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Hand Chain Bracelet with Natural Diamonds
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
Ethereal and effortlessly cool, this piece is designed to feel like a second skin—light, fluid, and quietly captivating. Fine white gold chains drape gracefully from wrist to finger,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$614Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Diamond Trio Bracelet Bezel Set Diamond Dainty Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Bracelet is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.24 in D 0.25 in L 10.25 in
Diane Von Furstenberg for H. Stern "Sutra" 18K Large Gold Link Bracelet
By H. Stern
Located in Austin, TX
A bold and chunky "Sutra" 18k gold link bracelet designed by Diane Von Fursetnberg for H. Stern, circa 2010, Brazil. The large bracelet features 10 oval links, each engraved with a ...
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
H. Stern Diamond Multicolored Sapphires White Gold Bracelet
By H. Stern
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Multicolored Sapphires Bracelet by H. Stern. With 61 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color tota...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold