Location

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Founded

2019

Price range

$125 – $105,000

Shipping

Worldwide

Catalogue

291 products

Size range

XS–XL

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Bernard James

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Bernard James is a fine jewellery label from Brooklyn, led by designer Bernard James, who serves as founder and creative director. The brand positions itself at the intersection of classic forms and contemporary vision. Collections span rings, bracelets, necklaces and unisex pieces, often crafted in sterling silver, gold, and with leather elements. What distinguishes Bernard James is its insistence on emotional depth: each design is meant to evoke memory, identity, or introspection. James builds his pieces with visible detail, letting texture, space and weight carry narrative. The brand speaks to those who want jewellery with substance and character, not just surface beauty. Bernard James has become a respected name in American fine jewelry circles, known for its thoughtful, evocative work.

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Brand Details

Handmade
USA
Solid sterling silver
14K gold
18K gold
Natural diamonds
Gemstones
Genuine leather
GIA Certified Diamonds (Select Pieces)
Last reviewed
Sep 2026
Independent brand
Verified
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Frequently asked questions

Who founded Bernard James?
Bernard James was founded by designer Bernard James, who serves as founder and creative director of the brand. He leads the fine jewellery label from Brooklyn with a vision centered on emotional depth and contemporary design.
When was Bernard James founded?
Bernard James was founded in 2019.
Where is Bernard James based?
Bernard James is based in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
What is Bernard James known for?
Bernard James is known for thoughtful, evocative fine jewellery that positions itself at the intersection of classic forms and contemporary vision. The brand has become a respected name in American fine jewelry circles for its insistence on emotional depth and visible detail in each design.
What is the price range of Bernard James?
Bernard James is in the mid range price category.
What products does Bernard James offer?
Bernard James offers collections spanning rings, bracelets, necklaces, and unisex pieces, often crafted in sterling silver, gold, and with leather elements.
What makes Bernard James unique?
Bernard James distinguishes itself through its insistence on emotional depth, with each design meant to evoke memory, identity, or introspection. The brand builds pieces with visible detail, letting texture, space, and weight carry narrative, creating jewellery with substance and character rather than just surface beauty.

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