And what an adventure it has been! John began his jewelry career over 20 years ago doing experimental pieces that were inspired by his treks through the American Northwest. Finding his muse in Native American Indian artifacts, he worked in natural stones such as bone, jasper and agate that he combined with gold and silver. He saw his jewelry as fetishes that would give the wearer a link with nature.

He soon discovered that traditional bezel settings did not give him the lines he strove for in his jewelry. Inspired by the idea of creating a seamless look, he began working in the ancient technique of inlaying stone into metal. The result-his world-renowned line of opal-and-gold jewelry.

It isn't surprising that John's jewelry designs should have such a free-flowing, unique flair. His own background includes a Master's degree in Anthropology-and in addition to his mountain climbing, he runs, swims and bikes--and recently completed the (Iron man) Alcatraz Triathlon.

Not content to rest on his laurels, John continues to move forward with new and exciting jewelry designs including his elegant Bridal collection, innovative men's line and some new surprises for the new millennium. Among those will be a virtual retailing Website in cooperation with John Bagley-authorized dealers.