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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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The Sweet Home Pendant

By John Glossa July 13, 2014

The Sweet Home Pendant

Sweet Home, Oregon is the breathtaking setting for the annual OREGON JAMBOREE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL.

This exciting ONE OF A KIND jewelry design represents the splendor of the Sweet Home area and Western Cascade Mountains.

Centered in this pendant is a locally mined lavender color “Holley Blue” agate that weighs just over 12 carats.  Top quality Holley Blue is greatly prized by collectors as the source is no longer accessible. A local group of volcanic peaks, “The Three Sisters”, is portrayed in 3 different colors of gold. Sculpting the Sweet Home valley is the Santiam River which is symbolized here by a flowing white gold curve. Sport, recreation and stunning beauty are readily available at the local Foster and Green Peter Reservoirs. One visit to these waters and it will be apparent why matching teal colored diamonds (0.42ct) were chosen for this design.

This pendant is hand fabricated in 14 Karat yellow, palladium white, and a touch of rose gold. And weights just over 12 grams or 3/8 troy ounce.   Sold     

I do have some fine quality Holley Blue agate to work with. If you would like a quote on a custom piece of jewelry please call or email for pricing.

Filed Under: Just Once

* All prices listed are subject to change without notice - please call for current jewelry prices.
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