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About The Artist :: John Glossa, Gemologist :: Craftsman & Designer

I am a craftsman and designer that creates distinctive jewelry designs in the precious metals of silver and gold; often set with fine gem materials cut from rough or with finished and polished goods.

As you can see from the images above, my finished work spans a variety of styles. Some of my favorite works come to life with the client or recipient in mind. To create a work of art and then have a person express joy in its finished composition is a very much a delight.

A popular theme in my work since 2005 is a stylized Barbed Wire design. I have produced a variety of jewelry items in this "Barbed Wire" motif with warm reception. On my site you will find an entire category dedicated to this style.

Another favorite of mine is the use of rough gems and crystals, which may include partially faceted and polished surfaces, allowing the viewer a "window" into the stone. I find it interesting how light "plays" through the irregular gemstone surfaces in the rough and the contrast of the partial "windowed" surfaces.

One of my inspirations is the comparable way the low winter sun rays can pierce standing ice. In a similar gemstone use, and inspired by mans early technology, some of my work includes “points” (arrowheads) fashioned from a variety of remarkable gem materials.
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Archives for January 2018

Harvest Moon 2017

By John Glossa January 8, 2018

Celestial Art in 14 karat Rose Gold. This was my 2017 entry to Jackson Hole Western Design Conference. Harvest Moon -Rejoice -Relax The toil of Summers effort is at an end a bounty from the field & vine comes the prize. Witness the crisp morning air and days of softer sunlight. Colors have turned to a gentler palette with a luster of pleasant earth tones. Savor the moment The

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Filed Under: All Designs Portfolio, Jackson Hole WY

Barbed Wire Ring

By John Glossa January 8, 2018

Barbed Wire Ring. Stylized Barbed wire in 14 or 18 karat gold. A very straightforward design with the center of attention being a bold barbed wire motif. Perfect for everyday wearing.

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Filed Under: All Designs Portfolio, Barbed Wire Designs

Trinity auctioned at WDC 2017

By John Glossa January 7, 2018

Trinity in sterling silver set with a center piece of quality turquoise and a garnet accent. This was a large piece overall, but the open design style made it a nicely balanced. I will say it drew attention at the auction and was well received. Since creating this work of art I have created more of various sizes. The design truly gathers recognition.

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Filed Under: All Designs Portfolio, Jackson Hole WY, Turquoise

Free-Form Silver Bracelet and Yogo Sapphire

By John Glossa January 6, 2018

Sterling silver bracelet with deep blue Yogo sapphire set in a yellow gold bezel.

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Filed Under: All Designs Portfolio

Trinity – another style

By John Glossa January 6, 2018

This sterling silver pendant is set with a nice piece of Patagonia turquoise with a combination silver and braided necklace portion. Three cabochon cut red garnets accent the work. With a highlight of 14 karat gold below the turquoise.

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Filed Under: Jackson Hole WY, Turquoise

Feather Earrings

By John Glossa January 5, 2018

Feather earrings fabricated in sterling silver. A gift to one of my favorite friends at WDC in Jackson Hole.

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Filed Under: All Designs Portfolio, Jackson Hole WY, Silver

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