After John Hardy left his home country of Canada to travel the world, he settled down in Bali, Indonesia, and became one of the world’s most-lauded designers of bracelets, necklaces, rings and other jewelry.
Hardy had studied at the Ontario College of Art & Design in Toronto before he set out globetrotting. In Indonesia, he became so smitten with the people, culture and landscape that he decided to stay, and in 1975 he started selling artisan jewelry and eventually designing his own pieces through his studies of local silversmithing. From the start, the focus was on time-honored jewelry-making traditions and details of craftsmanship.
In 1983, Hardy met an American named Cynthia Boesk who also had a small jewelry business. After they married, they merged their businesses and officially started John Hardy, making a name for themselves designing elegant and eclectic bracelets that reflected centuries-old Balinese techniques. In 1998, Italian-born French jewelry designer Guy Bedarida became the creative director of the company, staying on for 16 years and leading the brand in innovative new directions. Its Bamboo collection, with designs reminiscent of bamboo stalks, directs its sales toward planting bamboo seedlings in Indonesia, while the Kali collection takes its design cues from the distinctive pebbles found in Bali.
After learning about the harmful effects that silver mining has on the environment, Hardy became extremely committed to sustainable luxury business practices, promising that every piece is conflict-free and ethically produced during each step of the design process.
In 2017, the brand was among the jewelers challenged by Vogue Italia to craft pieces from the tagua nut in lieu of using elephant ivory and has used recycled sterling silver in its designs. Its first diamond-centered collection in 2019 concentrated on ethical sourcing and mines where workers are paid fairly. Although Hardy sold his business in 2007, it continues to operate with his name and adhere to the artisanal practices he promoted, including under jewelry designer Hollie Bonneville Barden, who served as creative director from 2016 to 2020. Along with online and global retail sales, the John Hardy Workshop and flagship Kapal Bamboo Boutique in Bali also offer the brand’s enduring designs from an open-air sustainable bamboo building.
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John Hardy Dragon Motif Pendant 18k Gold & Sterling Silver 9-Strand Bracelet
By John Hardy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite John Hardy Dragon Motif Pendant Bracelet, a stunning blend of artistry and elegance. This unique piece features a striking ...
Vintage Egyptian Ruby Sapphire Wide Quilted Link Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: red rubies and blue sapphires Sapphire Carat Weight: 1.0 carats Sapphire Count: 44 Red Ruby Carat Weight: 1.0 carats ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Fishscale Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless beauty of this exquisite David Webb bracelet, a true embodiment of vintage 1970s elegance. Expertly crafted from 18kt yellow gold, this stunning piece showcases a mesmerizing fishscale design, accented with intricate rope work and braided textile patterns that wrap gracefully around your wrist. This heirloom-worthy piece harkens back to a refined era, while adding a touch of contemporary sophistication to your collection. Revel in the luxurious feel of this David Webb masterpiece, and let its captivating visual presence make a statement as you indulge your love for all things glittering and divine. Add this enchanting piece of art to your jewelry collection and embrace the elegance of ageless style with this one-of-a-kind 1970s vintage fish bracelet...
18k Gold
$33,800
W 1.5 in L 9.4 in
Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Dallas, TX
Dazzling Chaumet Paris retro bracelet of jarretière (belt and buckle) design featuring rubies and glittering diamonds set in 18 karat yellow gold. The bracelet incorporates iconic ‘b...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Solid 22K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Quintessentially timeless in its design, our "Fortuna" bracelet is notable for its gentl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage French 18k Gold Garnet Bracelet – 11.65 g
Located in BÉZIERS, FR
Elegant French 18k yellow gold bracelet set with natural deep-red garnets in a richly detailed 13-panel design. Each link is set with six round garnets of approximately 2 mm, arrange...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Filigree and Diamond Bracelet, Art Deco
By Esemco
Located in Bradenton, FL
Early 20th Century White Gold and Diamond Filigree Art Deco Bracelet. Bracelet features delicate openwork and a subtle geometric design. At the center is a single small diamond, beze...
Diamond, White Gold
$33,585 / item
22 Karat Gold Woven Cuff Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Cuff Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by Ancient Roman Designs. Our Clementia cuff bracelet is based on an ancient Etrus...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Poiray Multi Strand Akoya Pearl Bracelet Gold Clasp
By Poiray
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant and sophisticated torsade bracelet made of 14 strands of Akoya pearls. Features a 18K gold 4-bands clasp with Poiray maker's mark. Lenght: 21.5 cm Condition: Very Good Comes With: Original Poiray pouch All items at la Bourse du Luxe...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Black Onyx, Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This 1970s interlocking design is complete with two smooth pieces of Blank Onyx and one smooth cut piece of vibrant green Jade. A total of 26 white diamonds highlight the deep colours. The ring has a double gold band...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond and Ruby 18ct Gold Belt Buckle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A vintage Tiffany and Co solid gold belt buckle style link bracelet circa 1940s. This rare bracelet is comprised of 18ct yellow and rose gold, featuring a diamond and ruby set belt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Nugget Bracelet 53g 76 Natural Diamonds 14mm 7” Solid
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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French Art Deco 8.5 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crafted in France circa 1920, this platinum Art Deco bracelet embodies the elegance and precision of early 20th-century French jewelry. It showcases a luminous array of old European ...
Diamond, Platinum