John Atencio Jewelry
For Coloradoan John Atencio (b. 1950), jewelry making blossomed from an early interest in art and design when he took a jewelry course as an elective while studying business at Colorado State University. When it came time to propose to his girlfriend, Atencio realized that no store-bought ring felt special enough, so he ended up designing the perfect silver engagement ring from scratch. The process inspired Atencio to develop his own jewelry-making business, first selling pieces out of the back of his Volkswagen van in the early 1970s before opening his first brick-and-mortar shop in Fort Collins in 1976. Today, he runs a number of boutiques across Colorado.
Atencio still sketches each piece of jewelry in his collection by hand, developing distinctive rings, bracelets, earrings and other accessories. He is particularly inspired by the natural beauty of Colorado, from the undulating shapes of its mountains to the brightness of its sunshine. As a brand, John Atencio specializes in bold design choices, whether that’s asymmetrical settings, unusual silhouettes or funky patterns. It’s also known for its trillion-cut stones, which Atencio started to incorporate into his jewelry in the 1990s.
Rings are still the company’s signature piece of jewelry, from engagement rings to wedding bands to cocktail rings. Diamonds might be Atencio’s favorite stone, but you’ll find vibrant gemstones like tanzanite, turquoise, amethyst and garnet, plus more unusual options like kyanite and prasiolite.
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Creator: John Atencio
John Atencio Hammered Finish Wide Cuff Bracelet Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By John Atencio
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This wide band cuff bracelet, expertly crafted in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold, seamlessly combines versatility with understated elegance. The hammered finish not only adds a touch ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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John Atencio Squared Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By John Atencio
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, a creation by the esteemed artisan John Atencio, epitomizes contemporary elegance with its squared bangle and distinctive bypass design. The bypas...
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John Atencio Diamond Christy Twist Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By John Atencio
Located in Rome, IT
John Atencio 14K Yellow Gold 0.21 ct Diamond Christy Twist Cuff Bangle Bracelet.
13 grams of 18 carats yellow gold
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2010s American Modern John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
John Atencio 18KY Gold and Sterling Silver Faceted Peridot Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio 18KY gold and Sterling Silver Peridot Ring. The Hallmarks are 18K and 925. The trademark is JA. The peridot measures 11.0 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
John Atencio "Golden Gate Vertical" Ring Faceted Blue Topaz 18KY and Sterling
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
This ring is called “The Golden Gate Vertical Ring” by John Atencio. It is 18KY gold and Sterling Silver. There is a Faceted Blue Topaz measuring 17.0 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Amethyst Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio "Fusion Ring." It is 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. It is finger size 6 3/4. This ring can be sized for an additional fee. It is a 12.0 mm square, faceted amethys...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
John Atencio 18KY Gold and Sterling Silver Peridot Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio 18KY gold and Sterling Silver RIng . The Hallmarks are 18K and 925. The trademark is JA. The peridot is 9.5 mm and is set in an 18K yellow gold bezel. The shank is measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
John Atencio 18KY Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio 18K Yellow gold and Sterling Silver Diamond Ring. There are 0.15 carats of full cut round brilliant diamonds of SI Clarity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1 Carat Trillion Tanzanite and Diamond Gold JOHN ATENCIO Brooch Pin
By John Atencio
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome 1 Carat Trillion Tanzanite and 0.36tcw Diamond JOHN ATENCIO Brooch Pin. Beautifully Hand crafted in 2-Tone Yellow and White 18K Gold. Measurin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Atencio Jewelry
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Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
John Atencio Amethyst and Diamond 18K and Sterling Silver Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
Amethyst And Diamond John Atencio Ring. The ring is 18K yellow gold and sterling silver. The amethyst is bezel set and a round cabochon shape. There are 20 full cut round brilliant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
John Atencio "Golden Gate Horizontal Ring" 18KY Gold, Silver and Amethyst
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
"The Golden Gate Horizontal Ring” by John Atencio. It is 18KY gold and Sterling Silver. It has a rectangular, bezel set, faceted Amethyst in the cente...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold "Slinky" & 14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio/Lithos 18KY Gold Freshwater Pearl "Slinky" Dangles Attached to 14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings. The mabe pearls measure 21.0 mm x 15.25 mm. The mabe pearls are beze...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold "Cache" Earrings
By John Atencio
Located in Kirkwood, MO
John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold "Cache" Earrings. They are 25.67 mm long. They have 18K yellow gold backs.
400-90-576
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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Designer John Atencio Estate Round Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By John Atencio
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer John Atencio round diamond 18K yellow gold engagement ring. Showcasing one channel set round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 1.45 carats, having J color grade a...
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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Jewelry
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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John Atencio jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of John Atencio jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage John Atencio jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that John Atencio diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 14 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by The Benchmark Collection, Sonia B, and Trabert Hoeffer. Prices for John Atencio jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $7,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,250.