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.
Bitcoin Blockchain Torus 18K Gold Ring with Center Baguette Diamond
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This piece by John Brevard was inspired by the bitcoin blockchain using a parametric modeling tool. Featuring 18K yellow gold with 9 round white diamonds at 2 mm each and 1 center ba...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Oval Brilliant Diamond Hidden Halo Engagement 18K Ring Center 0.71 Ct F, VS1 GIA
By Solitaire Jewelers
Located in Honolulu, HI
Elegant Diamond engagement ring with hidden halo in 18K white gold featuring a 0.71 carat Oval brilliant cut diamond, color F and clarity VS1 with GIA diamond report. The diamond is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Round Diamond Engagement Ring, 0.41ct Center Stone
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k white gold diamond ring. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in the centre weighing 0.41ct, H colour and VS in clarity. The centre diamond is accentuate...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$615Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Baguette Baguette Diamond Minimalist Bar Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Magnificent Baguette Diamond ring is a one-in-a-million ring. This fine gold diamond ring has 1 piece of 0.03 ctw diamonds. This beautiful ring gives a look of royalty and leisu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
Elegant Cushion-Cut Emerald Solitaire Ring with Baguette Diamonds in 18k Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Expertly crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this sophisticated ring features a striking 1.87-carat natural cushion-cut emerald, bezel-set to highlight its vivid green brilliance. Co...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$893Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Baguette Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A 0.21 ctw solitaire baguette diamond with G color and VS clarity is set in the middle of a narrow band to give it a modern, cutting-edge appearance. The band is made of solid gold, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds Ring Solitaire, 18k GG, vitreous enamel, 10 diamonds total 0.10 ct, G VS, Rhodolite Reference: V1738/FO/8...
Rhodolite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Dilys' Blooming Rose Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A blooming rose - the universal symbol for love, beauty and gratitude. Dilys' Blooming Rose Solitaire Diamond Ring features a round coll...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,076Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Diamond Twisted Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Diamond Twisted Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.17 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. April birthstone diamond brings love, fame, su...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$600Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Baguette Ring Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Baguette Ring is made of 18k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamond Handset by a master setter in our studio. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.33 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold solitaire engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impres...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Solitaire and Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful vivid red oval-shaped ruby approximately 0.40 carat is at center of this beautiful ring. Small colorless diamonds glitter on its shoulders half way down for comfortable wea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18k Yellow Gold 6.07ct GIA Emerald Cut & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and fancy diamond engagement ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a large, 3.03 carat GIA certified center diamond that is absolutely spectacular an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold