Gemstone Jewelry Collection
Shop selected handcrafted beaded gemstone jewelry and faceted gemstone jewelry by clicking on any gemstone from our list below to see a complete offering of featured gemstone pendants, rings, earrings, bracelets, and beaded gemstone necklaces.
John personally hand-selects all beaded gemstones and faceted high carat colored gemstones to ensure the highest clarity and quality. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please email us. John will be happy to incorporate your favorite gemstone into one of his gemstone jewelry designs.
8.5 ct Cushion Cut Amethyst Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
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Hammered Fine Silver Garnet Tear Drop Earrings
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Snow Quartz Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Earrings
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16 CT Carnelian Vermeil Fleur-de-lis Post Earrings
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Square Carnelian Beaded Gemstone Necklace
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13.5 CT Checkboard Cut Citrine 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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30 CT Amethyst 14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Earrings
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21 CT Checkerboard Cut Citrine 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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21 CT Cushion Cut London Blue Topaz 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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62.5 CT Dendritic Quartz 14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Pendant
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Hammered Fine Silver Tear Drop Earrings with Snow Quartz Gemstones
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Hammered Fine Silver Wire Wrapped Drop Earrings with Peridot
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14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Hoop Earrings with Aquamarine Gemstones
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14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Spiral Earrings with White Freshwater Pearls
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14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Spiral Earrings with Crystal Quartz Gemstones
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Hammered Fine Silver Tear Drop Earrings with Apatite Gemstones
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32 CT Green Gold Quartz 14K Gold-Filled Earrings
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9 CT Pyrite Sterling Silver Tree Branch Ring
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14K Gold-filled Amazonite Scroll Earrings
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14k Gold-filled Scroll Wire Wrapped Drop Earrings with Apatite
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Peridot Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Scroll Earrings
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Garnet Wire Wrapped 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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Mountain Jade Fine Silver Wire Wrapped Tear Drop Earrings
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Yellow Jade Wire Wrapped 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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21.5 ct Checkboard Cut Citrine Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
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Faceted Garnets and Citrine Flower Necklace
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23 CT Cabochon Cut Garnet 14K Gold-filled Earrings
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Rose Quartz Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Earrings
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Blue Obsidian Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Earrings
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14K Gold-filled Amber Wire Wrapped Earrings
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14K Hammered Gold Earrings with Blue Topaz
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Citrine 14K Gold-filled Cocktail Ring - Marquise Cut - Large
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Amber Wire Wrapped Sterling Silver Earrings
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Hammered Fine Silver Earrings with Garnets - Freshwater Pearls
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18.5 CT Green Onyx Sterling Silver Fleur-de-lis Earrings
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29.5 CT Bear Quartz Sterling Silver Fleur-de-lis Earrings
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23 CT Citrine Sterling Silver Fleur-de-lis Earrings
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Amazonite Hammered Fine Silver Earrings
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Garnet 14K Gold Chain Maille Earrings
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47.5 CT Dendritic Quartz 14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Pendant
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49.5 CT Oval Green Gold Quartz 14K Gold-filled Pendant
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65 CT Smoky Quartz 14K Gold-filled Wire Wrapped Pendant
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Crystal Quartz Onyx Amber Beaded Gemstone Necklace
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Pink Coral Garnet Beaded Gemstone Necklace
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Garnet Amber Carnelian Beaded Gemstone Necklace
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14K Gold Hammered Earrings with Garnets
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14K Gold Hammered Tear Drop Earrings with Peridot
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Gemstone jewelry is jewelry built around natural stones, either cut with facets for sparkle or drilled as beads for solid colour. This collection gathers John S. Brana's faceted and beaded gemstone pendants, rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces, with every stone hand-selected for clarity and quality.
How to Choose Gemstone Jewellery
Two families sit in this collection: faceted stones cut for sparkle, and beaded stones strung for colour. Choose the family first.
| Option | What it is | Who it suits | Check before ordering |
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| Faceted pieces | Cut stones in rings, pendants and earrings | Evening wear and occasions | Carat weight and the stated dimensions |
| Beaded pieces | Strands and wrapped designs carrying solid colour | Daytime and everyday colour | Which stones are mixed in |
| Earrings | The widest choice, and no sizing needed | Any recipient | Drop length and ear wire metal |
| Necklaces and pendants | One focal piece at the neckline | Statement wear | Length, and whether a chain is included |
Criteria that matter most
- Stone hardness – quartz, topaz and aquamarine suit daily wear; amber, coral and apatite need care
- Metal pairing – gold-filled and copper deepen warm stones; silver and steel sharpen cool ones
- Selection – every stone is hand-selected for clarity and colour before it is set
Which Gemstone Piece Suits Which Shopper
The criteria that matter are cut, stone hardness and the metal setting. Match your need below.
- You want sparkle for occasions – choose a faceted piece and check the carat weight and stated dimensions.
- You want everyday colour – choose a beaded piece, which shows solid colour rather than flash.
- You are buying a gift without sizes – choose earrings, the widest choice with no sizing needed.
- You will wear it hard every day – choose quartz, topaz or aquamarine over softer amber, coral or apatite.
- You want a specific stone – email the studio, as John can often set a favourite gemstone into a design.
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Collection | Gemstone Jewelry Collection |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 29 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 29 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the difference between faceted and beaded gemstone jewellery?
Faceted stones are cut with flat faces to return light, so they sparkle. Beaded stones are drilled and strung, carrying solid colour rather than flash.
Q2. Which gemstones are hardest wearing?
Quartz, topaz and aquamarine handle daily wear well. Amber, coral, apatite and pearl are softer and need more protection.
Q3. Can a specific gemstone be requested?
Yes. If a stone you want is not shown, contact the studio directly, as designs can often incorporate a preferred gemstone.
Q4. How should I store gemstone jewellery?
Separately, so harder stones cannot scratch softer ones, and away from direct sunlight, which can fade amethyst, citrine and turquoise over time.