John Hardy Lever-Back Earrings
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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Sterling Silver
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Sapphire, Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver
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Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver
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Yellow Gold, Silver
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Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver
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Quartz, Gold, Sterling Silver
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
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Sterling Silver
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Hardy Lever-Back Earrings
Silver
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, John Hardy jewelry is not made in China. John Hardy jewelry was founded by the Canadian designer John Hardy, who began designing jewelry inspired by Indonesian culture. All John Hardy jewelry is made at the John Hardy compound in Bali, which was built in 1996. Shop a collection of John Hardy jewelry from reputable retailers, such as 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024To tell if a John Hardy bracelet is real, familiarize yourself with the hallmarks that the Indonesian luxury jewelry maker has used over its more than 45-year history. You can find images of markings found on authentic pieces on trusted online resources. Compare the pictures to your jewelry, looking for any irregularities in the spelling, positioning and wording that may indicate your piece is counterfeit. Also, check the bracelet carefully for flaws, such as variations in the finish or poorly functioning clasps. Genuine John Hardy pieces are usually free of these types of defects due to the jewelry maker's rigorous quality standards. If you're still unsure whether your piece is real, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can assist you. Find a diverse assortment of John Hardy bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if John Hardy jewelry is authentic, look for a maker's mark, usually found in an inconspicuous area, such as on the clasp of a necklace or the inside of a bracelet. Early pieces typically feature a “JH” logo along with a metal hallmark, while later ones usually bear the full “John Hardy” name alongside a metal hallmark. You can find photographs of markings on authentic pieces on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. If you notice any discrepancies, your jewelry may be a replica. For further assistance with authentication, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of John Hardy jewelry.