Prolific jewelry designer John Brevard said it was a near-fatal childhood illness that led him to question the nature of human existence and its connection with the universe. Art and design would come to serve as an outlet for his self-expression, and Brevard’s visually engaging, cerebral and environmentally sustainable statement pieces embody the essence of 21st-century modernism.
Born in 1982 in Miami, Florida, Brevard had an intrinsic interest in nature and the arts as a child. However, at age 14, he contracted encephalitis and meningitis, leaving him comatose for several weeks. His recovery left him with a deep-seated desire to explore broad philosophical questions about human existence.
“There’s nothing more inspiring than the universe,” Brevard told Haute Living in 2014. “I’m influenced by realms of existence beyond our five physical senses ... alternate dimensions beyond our normal waking state consciousness.”
The experience, Brevard claimed, “served as the catalyst for his design philosophy and work ethic,” and he pursued a career in the arts, graduating with degrees in architecture and design.
In 2007, Brevard established his namesake brand. Its offerings included jewelry, accessories, handbags, shoes, furniture, art and more. He opened his first pop-up showroom in 2010 in Wynwood — an arts and culture district in Miami — where he displayed his visual art, which was listed in the Miami New Times’ “Best of Miami.”
Brevard launched his first luxury jewelry line in 2012 with fashion rings, pendant necklaces and cuff bracelets made of gold and silver, and embellished with precious stones. He opened his first permanent atelier and appointment-only showroom in Coral Gables the following year.
In 2015, Brevard opened his first flagship store in New York City and gained membership to the Council of Fashion Designers of America. He also launched Thoscene — a unique customization software that uses an astrological algorithm to create jewelry and accessories based on the time, date and location of a person’s birth.
Today, Brevard’s jewelry and other works can be found in galleries and retailers worldwide and have been featured in magazines such as Vogue, Forbes and Vanity Fair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of John Brevard rings, necklaces, bracelets and more.
Frame Diamond and 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition Frame Diamond and 18K Gold Pendant Necklace sparkles with strength. This star dedecahedron is a powerful geometric shape. It is inspired by sacred geometry and w...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$42,895
Frame Diamond Gold Pendant
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Verahedra collection necklace in 18K yellow gold with 22 round white diamonds at 2.5 - 3.0 mm each. This piece was designed to evoke personal power. John Brevard applies his back...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$18,957
Fractal Love Bracelet
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This 18K yellow gold Fractal Love Bracelet is inspired by ancient fractal architecture and patterns in nature. This powerful bracelet features John Breva...
18k Gold
$9,857
Fractal Love Bracelet
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This 18K yellow gold Fractal Love Bracelet is inspired by ancient fractal architecture and patterns in nature. This powerful bracelet features John Brevard’s classic cubic forms. Thi...
18k Gold
$38,000
Helix Diamond Gold Pendant
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This one of a kind piece is inspired by sacred geometries and fractal patterns in our universe. The Helix Diamond Gold Pendant was designed based on the large planetary nebula locat...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Icoso Diamond and Black Sapphire Pyramids 18K Gold Dual Pendant
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Verahedra collection pendant in 18K yellow gold with 360 round White Diamonds at 1.1mm each along with custom cut Black Sapphire pyramids is made as a lariat to be worn in different ways. Each pendant has twenty equilateral sides -- the larger of the two features black sapphire pyramids, and the smaller pendant features a full diamond pave. This dual pendant is shaped like two icosahedrons, the ancient Greeks' fifth platonic solid...
Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Precious Diana M. Diamond Necklace
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Precious Diana M. Jewels diamond necklace features 54.10 Carats of pear-shaped cabochon Tanzanites and set with round cut diamonds totaling 35.45 carats of whi...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18Ct Green Tourmaline & 2.5Ct Diamond Necklace 14 KY Gold & Triple Pearl Layers
Located in New York, NY
Huge 18 Carat Green Tourmaline & 2.5 Carat Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold and three layers of natural pearls, Estate This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Oval Shape Green Tourmaline 18 Carat. The Green Tourmaline is surrounded by approximately 2.5 Carats of brilliant cut round diamonds in the pendant and clasp very clean Stone no inclusion Cushion shape , full of luster and shine . Very High quality. There are three rows of luxuries pearls...
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Majestic Necklace in 18k yellow gold with diamond and sapphire
Located in Berlin, BE
Immerse yourself in the dreamlike beauty of the exquisite Wurzbacher yellow gold necklace in 18k. Adorned with four fine diamonds and three stunning sapphires, all expertly cut in br...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Multi Strand Jade Medallion And Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful David Webb multi strand jade necklace made with a prominent carved medallion in the center, framed by articulated gold. Ancien...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond cross pendant necklace 18k yellow gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
Elevate your jewellery collection with this exquisite Diamond cross pendant necklace crafted from 18k yellow gold. The stunning piece features a cluster setting with round-shaped pen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
St. George Enamel Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This piece is rare and special. I have only seen 3 of these pendants in my lifetime and I owned two of them. This is my last one. St George Slaying the Dragon is a common theme bu...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel
18 Karat White Gold South Sea & Tahitian Pearl Diamond Lariat 0.61 Carats 12-13M
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold Lariat featuring one South Sea Pearl & one Tahitian Pearl measuring 12-13 MM with a diamond cap weighing 0.11 carats and 29 Baguette diamonds weighing 0.50 carats...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$2,790
H 0.49 in W 0.49 in L 16.01 in
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Pendant Multistrand Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
This vintage necklace by David Yurman is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an elegant multi-strand design accented by a diamond and pearl pendant. The layered strands create a ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Gold Pearl Twist Necklace with .62 Carat Diamond Hand
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Its jewelry tradition and exceptional craftsmanship have made Carrera y Carrera one of the international references among jewelry brands, renowned as one of the 30 most prestigious jewelry firms in the world. The brand has become an icon of luxury due to its unique style, imaginative designs, and magnificent jewelry pieces where gold and precious stones come to life. Based on creations that have symbolic and figurative components, with animal and above all human themes Carreras pieces are fundamentally feminine. This necklace is from the "Los Manos...
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Carrera Y Carrera Hand Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold 10.59 gm White Diamonds 0.15cttw Necklace Made In Spain Retail $5,200.00
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Pave Setting Pink Sapphires and Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18kt Rose Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Red Heart Pave setting, with Pink Sapphires and Diamonds.This Heart Pendant - Necklace is handcrafted in 18kt Rose Gold. This Heart pendant comes with Multi Chain ( 2x rose and 2x wh...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Diamond and Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
18 karat white gold necklace with seven hanging Freshwater Pearls. Each Pearl is accented with a bezel set Diamond. The Pearls hang from a four strand necklace...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Frame Diamond Gold Pendant
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Verahedra collection necklace in 18K yellow gold with 22 round white diamonds at 2.5 - 3.0 mm each. This piece was designed to evoke personal power. John Brevard applies his ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold