Born in Canada and raised and educated internationally, Jeweller and Jewellery Designer, John De Jong, was strongly influenced by art and architecture and fascinated by gemstones from an early age. He was inspired to pursue jewellery making in florence, and after receiving a BA from Boston College in art history, he obtained a gemological degree from GIA.

In 1995, John De Jong pursued his longtime passion for jewellery design, and founded JDJ Lausanne where viewing and sales of his unique pieces are by private appointment. One year later, JdJ Toronto was established with the opening of a showroom in the heart of Yorkville. With the quiet welcoming ambience of a private home, the upper-level space offers clients an ideal and discreet setting to view Jdj Collections.

Now, After catering to an international clentele for nearly 15 years, JdJ designs are easily recognized; simplicity, quality and the distinctive use of vibrant coloured stones are signature. Each piece, custom from concert through creation, merges design and craftmanship seamlessly to produce couture-like gems