About Us
The 1928 Jewelry Company
Started in 1968 by Mr. Mel Bernie in Burbank California and considered one of the biggest fashion jewelry manufactures in the USA. For nearly 50 years, the 1928 Jewelry Company has drawn on a wealth of designs discovered in many unique, unexpected places. From the vaults of rich European capitals to the antique laden attics of old American estates, we’ve created modern replicas of the most beautiful, exquisite vintage jewelry ever made. Currently, the company has six fashion jewelry brands under its signature brand name. The 1928 brand has sought to provide exceptional value to the fashion savvy consumer who is dedicated to building her vintage jewelry collection with unique accessories. The jewelry in the 1928 collections are designed to respect the details of period pieces while offering fresh design interpretations to fit today’s styles and fashions.
"For those who love all things vintage...1928 is for the chic fashionista on the hunt for affordable antique and vintage inspired jewelry and accessories. Our designers take cues from all your favorite eras and fuse them with the latest trends. Take a peek through our site and you'll find styles that are simple and charming, elegant and classy, bold and dramatic or quirky and unique in the form of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches, rings, hair accessories, custom photo jewelry, key rings and more. Whether you're a regular shopper looking for some lovely earrings (yes, we have clip-on too), a movie wardrobe designer looking for set costume jewelry, or a bride who wants some sparkling shimmer on your white, we really have something for everyone.
We've been featured in Elle, In Style, W, More, Marie Claire and Lucky magazines. You can also find us at most Department Store Websites and hundreds of boutique shops internationally."
Our Brands:
The 1928 Jewelry Collection
From the vaults of rich European capitals to the antique laden attics of old American estates, 1928 Jewelry has created modern replicas of the most beautiful, exquisite vintage jewelry ever made.
The 2028 Collection
2028 features more fashion forward design choices comprised of premium components. The 2028 collection respects our vintage aesthetics while integrating them into a more refined jewelry collection that better fits with modern fashions. Combining feminine charm with modern fashion, the 2028 woman looks for quality and individual style at an exceptional value. The collection is enhanced with noticeable statement pieces that respect vintage aesthetics while integrating them into a more refined fashion jewelry collection that fits with the modern woman.
Antiquities Couture
The Antiquities Couture® Collection is a distinctive vintage couture inspired jewelry line created to pay homage to the exquisite design styles of the Renaissance, Victorian and Grecian eras. The collection features finely crafted pendant necklaces, brooches, earrings and bracelets in gold and silver tones with pearls and semi-precious stones.
T.R.U.® Collection
Inspired by globetrotters and adventure seekers, T.R.U. blends rich cultures and vintage trinkets to dress the bohemian fashionista. Crafted by hand in California using only semi-precious and Swarovski stones, aged suede and leather, gold wiring and tumbled metals, T.R.U.® is a one of a kind collection. Explore the deep treasures of the world with T.R.U.®
1928 Boutique & Bridal
Created for the trendsetting fashionista, the Boutique collection offers an upscale alternative to the widely distributed costumer and vintage jewelry collections found in large department stores. Most 1928 Boutique collections are limited edition earrings, necklaces and bracelet sets designed with vintage retro flair. Variety and the spice of life drive the Boutique inspiration, just as the seasons drive the city a jet-setting diva calls home; Paris in the fall, summer in the Hampton and Christmas in Prague. A rich line for a rich life. Divine.
Symbols of Faith®
Created in 2015, the 1928® Jewelry Company has put together The Symbols of Faith® Collection – an inspirational line of faith oriented jewelry and gifts. The collection is proudly designed and made in the U.S.A.
People all over the world display religious pieces to tell a personal story, either as a fashion accessory or as a spiritual truth for the wearer. The Symbols of Faith® Collection is a medley of faith inspired Antique fashion and gift products crafted by skilled Artisans using highest quality materials with the reverence they deserve. Myriads of believers may adopt these pieces as instruments of worship or simply to symbolize their devotion.
This inspirational collection offers pieces that are sure to uplift your spirit with jeweled angels, etched cross necklaces, engraved crucifixes, handmade rosaries, hand enameled rosary boxes, delicate bookmarks, cross earrings, porcelain roses, charm bracelets, cross wall plaques and other faith inspiring gifts and accessories. Each item is presented in a beautiful gift box imprinted with the Symbols of Faith® logo.
It is with great pride and reverence that we bring you these beautiful selections from The Symbols of Faith® Collection.
Many items are made right in our Burbank facility by tenured artisans as we have done for the past 40 years. We take meticulous care to ensure the quality of the item you are receiving is manufactured to the highest standards.
The Regency Collection®
Inspired by the artistic Victorian Romanticism period, this collection conveys nature, femininity, sentimentality, and good fortune, with floral motifs, crystals in lovely bright colors, and shimmering silver or rich gold-colored filigree. Gems and jewelry in the Romanticism period had life in them; they depict intense emotions and sentiments such as friendship, faith, and love (new and young love.) Keeping true to the era, we've created The Regency Collection®.
