When Alex Jona joined the Italian jewelry purveyor that his father, Giorgio Jona, had founded in 1961, the Jona brand began to offer elegant bracelets, cufflinks, necklaces and other accessories subdued enough for daily wear yet visually splendid and skillfully handcrafted using precious metals and stones.
Tucked in a 1690 Baroque building on Torino’s Palazzo Balbo di Vinadio is a 3,000-square-foot showroom. This is the headquarters of Jona, home to luxury jewelry designs that are complex, yet often understated. For example, a slender pair of yellow tourmaline drop earrings set into 18-carat gold has a juxtaposition creating just the slightest contrast, which might be noticed only upon close inspection.
Alex travels frequently, and precious stones collected from around the world are a common fixture in Jona jewelry — he personally designs pieces with stones like lapis lazuli shaped into eye-like cufflinks, sapphires caged in 14-carat-gold rings and quartz crystals stacked into modern beaded necklaces. Enamel, which is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration, is often arranged to create graphic, abstract patterns or cheekier winks, like miniature tennis balls on cufflinks. Even sparklier pieces, like diamond-encrusted earrings, bear an organic quality when arranged in the shape of a blooming daisy.
An innovative spirit can also be found in Jona’s collaborations, such as the partnership with Italian architect and jewelry designer Tiziana Redavid that yielded radical bracelets and necklaces made with stainless-steel springs. The result is a brand whose modern shapes and precious stones ride the line between traditional elegance and modern daring.
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Alex Jona 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat satin yellow gold cuff bracelet. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent qual...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet. Dimensions: 2.07 in. H x 2.53 in. W x 0....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection 18k yellow gold Tubogas bangle Bracelet. Designed and hand crafted in Italy. Dimensions : W 2.33in/59.4mm, D 0.29in/7.5mm, H 0.16in/4.21mm. Weight : 25 g...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multiple Ring Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection 18k yellow gold bracelet consisting in 204 gold rings bound with a steel spring. Gold weight 41.3 gr. Designed and hand crafted in Italy. Dimensions: 0....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Onda 18 Karat Brushed Yellow Gold Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring band with satin finish. Dimensions: H 0.58 in X W 0.86 in. - H 14.79 mm X W 22.06 mm. Alex Jona jewels...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold crossover bangle bracelet. Dimensions: 2.07 in. H x 2.35 in. W x 0.58 in. D - 53 mm. H x 60 mm. W x 15 mm. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faraone Mennella 18k Yellow Gold Wide Flat Bangle Bracelet
By Faraone Mennella
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Faraone Mennella wide flat bangle bracelet in polished 18k yellow gold. This timeless design has an oval shape with a unique built-in push design clasp and hinge on one side. Signat...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Curata Italian Solid 14k Yellow Gold 37mm Wide Hammered Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Curata Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: 14k Yellow Gold Hallmark: 14k Country of Origin: Italy Metal Weight: 37.6 grams Measurement: 37mm wide - Adjustable Certificate of Authenticity The Italian Solid 14k...
Yellow Gold
French Vintage Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Wide Bangle Hinged Clasp
Located in Mārupe, LV
An exceptional French vintage cuff bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, distinguished by its bold architectural form and refined craftsmanship. This piece embodies the understated elega...
Yellow Gold
Curata Italian Solid 14k Yellow Gold Hammered Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Curata Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: 14k Stamped Country of Origin: Italy Metal Weight: 16.5 grams Measurement: 19mm wide - Adjustable Certificate of Authenticity The Italian Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cuff Ba...
Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century, 18K Yellow Gold Deeply Beveled Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding 18K yellow gold vintage bracelet measures a full 1 3/4 inches wide at the center and is finished vertically in deep, pointed beveling over it's entire surface. This is a wonderful example of how fine gold cuffs...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990’s 14k Yellow Gold Wide Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Exuding minimalist glamour, this vintage 14k yellow gold cuff bracelet from the 1990s makes a bold, contemporary statement. The bracelet takes the form of a substantial wide cuff that wraps regally around the wrist. With a substantial width of 0.88 inches (2.2 cm), the cuff has an undeniable presence and eye-catching appeal. Rendered in rich 14k yellow gold, the cuff showcases the eternal beauty of the warm, buttery precious metal. The minimalist design allows the natural radiance of the gold to take center stage. The outer surface has a bright polished finish that catches the light beautifully, while the interior side has a satin brushed finish for a subtle contrast in textures. Despite its striking, oversized width, the cuff remains comfortable to wear thanks to the hollow, open design on the back side. This ingenious construction allows the cuff to have an impressive weight of 35.14 grams without feeling heavy or cumbersome on the wrist. With an open design that slips over the wrist, the circumference is 7” which fits most wrists. Perfect for day or night, this iconic 1990s piece epitomizes understated luxury with its timeless combination of 14k gold and a chic, minimalist aesthetic. A bonafide statement maker, this wide cuff bangle...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
