Barbary Coast Collection

John S. Brana's Barbary Coast Carnelian Necklace is featured on page 68 of the November 2008 issue along with other fine jewelry by Thalia Jewelry, Stephen Webster, DeBeers, and Bulgari.

A BRANA BEAUTY Wearing John S. Brana's Carnelian necklace ($1,285) to that next luncheon will get everyone talking—in a good way. Further enhanced by gold freshwater pearls and gold vermeil beads. this striking necklace adds elegance to a black V-neck wrap dress or a white cashmere turtleneck with black wool pants.

Gentry can be found at various locations throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay - from Hillsborough to Los Altos, and Cupertino Hills to the Almaden Valley. Click here to find out more about Gentry.

John S. Brana’s Carnelian Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection is featured on page 106 of the November 2008 Peninsula issue along with other fine jewelry by Thalia Jewelry, Stephen Webster, DeBeers, and Bulgari.  Gentry can be found at various locations throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay - from Hillsborough to Los Altos, and Cupertino Hills to the Almaden Valley. Click here to find out more about Gentry.

A BRANA BEAUTY Wearing John S. Brana’s Carnelian necklace ($1,285) to that next luncheon will get everyone talking—in a good way. Further enhanced by gold freshwater pearls and gold vermeil beads. this striking necklace adds elegance to a black V-neck wrap dress or a white cashmere turtleneck with black wool pants.

EAR FOR BEAUTY Sophisticated up-dos require elegant earrings. Enter Thalia Jewelry and its collection of ornate baubles. The beautiful 22k rose cut diamond and l8k ruby and green amethyst earrings ($5,200) might just overshadow that loose bun or French twist. Good news for Thalia. Not so good news for hairdressers.

ONCE BITTEN, TWICE AS BEAUTIFUL Galas on those chilly San Francisco evenings always call for a second layer. So brighten that evening jacket or bolero with Stephen Webster's black diamond scorpion brooch with rubies($19,000). This luxe piece is sure to be a conversation starter.

HOME OF DE BEAUTIFUL De Beers isknown for its opulent pieces. And its Guardian of the Myth Ring ($130.000) will be remembered for its grand design. With one exceptional 7.62 carat rough diamond, 14 rough diamonds, and 10.53 Carats of white and fancy colored pave diamonds, this beauty will look stunning on the ring finger.

WRITING ON THE WALL Bulgari's striking Monologo Ring ($10,800) saysit all and then some, Made of 18k pink gold withpave diamonds, this ring includes the Bulgari inscription across the circumference—making it easy far women everywhere to admire its beauty before running out to get their own.

Barbary Coast Newsroom - Press and Media Coverage - Celebrity Photos

Model Apryl Orr wears Gold Quartz, Citrine, and Onyx necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.  Photography by Klaus Lange.

Model Apryl Orr wears Faceted Garnet with Citrine Flowers and 24K Gold seed beaded necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.  Photography by Klaus Lange.

Model Apryl Orr wears Onyx earrings and Clear Quartz, Amber, and Onyx necklace and matching bracelet from the Barbary Coast Collection.  Photography by Klaus Lange.

Model Apryl Orr wears Amber and Clear Quartz necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.  Photography by Klaus Lange. 

Model Apryl Orr wears Brazilian Fire Agate necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection.  Photography by Klaus Lange.  

New York, NY - September 19, 2007 - Daniela Torres hostess of AOL Latino Fashionista wears an African Green Opal necklace from my Barbary Coast Collection

New for fall, John S. Brana’s most lavish and wild collection is the Barbary Coast Collection. This vibrant collection of unique and one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, and bracelets is reminiscent of the buoyant feeling during the California Gold Rush.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 18, 2006 -- New for fall, John S. Brana’s most lavish and wild collection is the Barbary Coast Collection. This vibrant collection of unique and one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, and bracelets is reminiscent of the buoyant feeling during the California Gold Rush.

Featuring gold vermeil, 14K gold filled, and 14K gold (no silver to be found here) these pieces are perfect for those who want to have fun and make a statement with their jewelry. Completing the look, the pieces are set with dynamically shaped and textured semi-precious beads.

Other John S. Brana’s women’s collections include:

• The Monterey, evoking the magic of the sea with hand-forged metal filled with delicate Italian mesh ribbon.
• The Pacific Heights, featuring comprehensive swirls of 14K gold-filled wire accented with precious gemstones.
• The Sea Cliff, bold in scale and accented with dramatic sea creatures, unusually shaped beads, and precious gemstones.
• The SoMa, sleek and contemporary with a surprising bohemian-urban undercurrent.
• The Sonoma, an epitome of relaxed sophistication.

Selected John S. Brana’s jewelry is currently available at Residents Apparel Gallery (R.A.G), Porcelynne boutique in San Francisco and Marlowe & Company Jewellers in St. Helena. For online orders, please visit John S. Brana

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