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.
Thoscene New Beginnings Fractal Pendant with Green Amethyst
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition pendant represents new beginnings in life. Inspired by sacred geometries, this spectacular fractal piece is a statement empowering piece for the wearer. Thosce...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Kenneth Jay Lane Whimsical Rhinestone Jade-Green Lucite Apple Pendant & Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane's wonderfully whimsical large jade-green lucite apple is studded with rhinestones throughout. Accented with gilded gold hardware surround...
257.55 Carat Natural Brazilian Amethyst with Tanzanite Pendant Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind Handmade Pendant Necklace Sabrina Balsky Jewelry 257.55 carats Natural Amethyst very clean stone set with Tanzanite set prong detail with signature design on bail and around stone. Rhodium plated Sterling size of Pendant is 2-9/16" height and 1-1/14" wide. Very unusual piece of jewelry. Can be sold with Necklace of Angelite, Iolite, Tanzanite, Brazilian Amethyst, and Zambian Amethyst...
Amethyst, Tanzanite, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Chrysophase, Diamonds and Onyx.
By Loffredo
Located in Rome, IT
Art deco style pendant necklace in Chrysophase, with brilliant cut diamonds and Onyx stone elements for decoration. The upper part of...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Amethyst Pendant Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An amethyst pendant necklace is a beautiful piece of jewelry that features amethyst, a purple variety of quartz known for its striking color and association with healing properties. ...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Yianni Creations Pearl Diamond Fine Silver Rhodium Geometric Pendant Necklace
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
This is a geometrically shaped pendant enhancer from Yianni Creations all done by hand from fine silver 950 purity and plated with palladium to resist tarnish. This slide from Hephes...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Palladiu...
Pendant in White Gold with 1 Aquamarine.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k white gold (18g) clasp is set with 1x fine Aquamarine (facetted, heart-shape, 16x14mm, 9.93ct). It is linked together with a rose coloured silk threat and with 18k white gold endings and bajonnette mechanics. It has a hanger mechanic at its back. Anything with a eyelet could be hanged in. Such as the Morganite/Diamond Pearshape...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lupine Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Lupine pendant is an homage and our love letter to the brightest star, incomparable René Lalique. The jewel is made with cut purple amethyst in the shape of lupine buds. This ...
Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.61 in D 0.21 in L 0.91 in
Silvorra Cushion Cut Green Amethyst & White Zircon Pendant in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver pendant showcases a single natural green amethyst cushion-cut gemstone, measuring 12x12 mm and weighing 6.2 carats. The captivating central stone is ...
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco pendant necklace is made of sterling silver and features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid dark grown green quartz, which was cut specifically for the artist. It is a part of th...
Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Zoo Series Gorilla Pendant Necklace
By Brusca Dante
Located in New York, NY
Modernist design sterling silver gorilla pendant part of the zoo series created by New York City jewelry design team Jack Brusca and Joseph Dante in 1976. The pendant is 2 inches wid...
Sterling Silver
Leyser 18k White Gold Fine Green Beryl Pendant
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine coloured gemstones and diamonds. This fine green Green Beryl (44.87ct) is attached to a green silk n...
Beryl, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,998
H 1.3 in W 0.87 in L 18 in
Vintage 14k Gold Quality Trillion Cut Amethyst & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Trillion Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Deep Purple Color - 21.2x18.8mm (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold