Brave Bears Collection
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Brave Bears Charm Bracelet
Charm BraceletBuild a story as unique as your journey starting with this premium two-tone base chain. Every purchase gifts a Brave Bear to a child at UChicago Medicine, so grab your foundation and don’t forget to add the charms that represent your strength. This is the base only, the rest of the story is up to you.
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Lightning + Amethyst Necklace
NecklaceWear your strength with this gold-filled amethyst and lightning necklace designed to spark epilepsy awareness. Every piece sold delivers a Brave Bear to a child at UChicago Medicine, blending premium durability with a powerful mission. It’s jewelry that looks beautiful and does even better.
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Lightning Bolt Bracelet
Bolt BraceletWear a symbol of electric strength with this refined mixed-metal lightning bracelet, designed to be as resilient as those who wear it. Every purchase sends a Brave Bear to a child at UChicago Medicine, blending premium durability with a heart-led mission. It’s a clean, effortless staple that carries a powerful story.
Why we did this.
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Brave Bears Club makes teddy bears for children going through epilepsy diagnosis, treatment, and EEG procedures. Brave Bears are in over 65 hospitals across the country. Every bear goes to a kid who needs it.
When we saw what Kate was building, we wanted to help.
So we designed three styles with meaningful charms and made a simple promise: every piece sold, we buy a bear. No fine print. No percentage of profits. One piece, one bear.
That's the whole deal.
The Brave Collection
Sterling silver and gold filled. $75–$125. Three chain styles, multiple charm options.
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Brave Bear Charm Bracelet (BASE CHAIN)
Regular price $77.00Regular priceSale price $77.00 -
Lightning + Amethyst Necklace
Regular price $87.00Regular priceSale price $87.00 -
Lightning Connector Bracelet
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Block Letter Charm
Regular price $15.00Regular priceSale price $15.00
HOW IT WORKS
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1:🛒 You buy a bracelet or necklace.
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2:🧸 We submit a wholesale order to Brave Bears Club.
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3:💜 A bear goes to a child with epilepsy. That's it. Every single order. No minimums, no thresholds.
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Check out Brave Bears Club
"To represent the 1 in 26, let’s make epilepsy visible."
One piece at a time, a chain reaction that supports kids who have to be brave.
“For all the syringe washing, the bathtubs, and washing your hands a million times. For the nights in hospital rooms and the days you don’t have time to think. You still deserve something beautiful that lasts and makes you feel like yourself.”
“For the moms who carry more than most. Something beautiful, made to last, and designed for real life.”
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Who is Hidden Gem?
We're Stu and Val Fisher. We run Hidden Gem out of our home in Illinois. No storefront. No salespeople. No middlemen.
We design custom fine jewelry and we tell people the truth about what they're buying. What lasts, what doesn't, what's actually worth spending money on.
We'd rather lose a sale than have you wearing the wrong thing.
When you order, you're talking to us.
We'll tell you about every bear that gets donated.
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Are you looking for 14k gold and diamonds that you can wear everyday? You have to see our Everyday Icons Collection.
Have a vision for a special one of a kind piece? Make sure to look at our custom work and contact us with your vision and questions.
Let customers speak for us
from 36 reviewsI came to Hidden Gem with a dream for an upgraded engagement ring. I had a pretty specific design in mind that was careful not to stray from the look of the original engagement ring my husband chose for me over a decade ago. Stu and Val worked so incredibly hard on creating the perfect ring and making my vision come to life! No detail was untouched or unnoticed, including my pretty particular desires for the center stone. They kept me in the loop the entire way, sending me mockups and visuals, and making sure I was completely happy through every step until production. When I received my ring, it was STUNNING! I get so many compliments. I’ve also purchased various other items from Hidden Gem (another ring, and a bracelet), and each piece has been just as beautiful as the last. They are incredible at what they do!
They do amazing work and their feedback is honest! Won’t ever use anyone else. The best of the best!
Stu and Val have a piece for everybody. They have created so many pieces for me. They take my budget into account and make visions a reality. Recently went to their beautiful home for an open house. I won a free gem and they are going to add it to a beautiful pendant. I picked a beautiful new bracelet. Got another permanent gold bracelet. Got a beautiful size 7 ring. And gave them rings to have them resized. I have never been disappointed with any of their creations. Shop small shop local.
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Stu and Val were amazing. They answered all my questions and made me a perfect piece of jewelry
I had a birthstone necklace designed by the lovely hidden gem jeweler! She is simply amazing! I didn’t know what I wanted and she worked with me and even kept looking after I thought I’d chosen one! It was done quickly and delivered with the best smile. I can’t wait to decide on my next piece!
I wanted a unique ring to display the love for my family. My husband and my four children’s birthstones were surrounded by diamonds and set in platinum, I love it! Hidden Gem jewelers were easy to work with, they submitted their ideas to me and were willing to change anything to make sure I was happy. It was great experience!
Working with Valerie to create my custom, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces was a DREAM! She was so responsive, brought creative ideas to the table, and crafted the perfect designs. I receive so many compliments each time I wear my Hidden Gem Jewelry, I can't wait to add more to my collection. I would highly reccommend this business for their fine jewelry and commitment to customer service and excellence.
They designed a custom necklace for my wife from a reclaimed family heirloom ring. They incorporated the diamonds exquisitely into the necklace while including an additional lab created diamond to match the setting. From start to finish they kept us informed of the status and every process that went into the creation. On top of all that, they were very affordable compared to the competition. Highly recommend!!!
I received the most beautiful Grandmother ring for Mother's Day. It is the prettiest and most unique Grandmother ring I have ever seen. Custom designed and beautiful workmanship. I liked it so much I ordered another ring! Now it's my go-to Jeweler for the "Good Stuff" Reasonably priced and a very nice family. The owners take great pride in their designs and help you get your dream jewelry at a very reasonable price point.
Hidden Gem has designed a ring and necklace from diamonds I had in previous pieces of jewelry. My husband also bought me beautiful moisenite and sterling silver earrings for Mothers Day. I wear all of my pieces often!!!
Valerie and Stu are beyond incredible to work with! Their intentionality and attention to detail in both product and customer service is truly so special!
I will continue to go back to them for any future pieces that I may need!
This turned out better than I expected. We wanted a ring for my mom that represented me and my sister, along with our 2 daughters. We went with each of our birthstones and my moms in the middle. Hidden Gem was so patient with me as we found the right design and was beautiful. We did a gold ring for my mom, and I am not the biggest fan of gold, but the way this turned out, I would wear it :) Strongly recommend Hidden Gem Jewelry for your next piece. Even if you are unsure, they will help you.
I had a custom made emerald and white sapphire ring made on yellow gold and it is absolutely gorgeous! Val was so responsive and helped develop different types of settings until we landed on the one. She was very communicative and flexible. The work speaks for itself! I get nothing but compliments every time I wear it!
I recently inquired about customizing a ring I had seen on the internet. HIDDEN GEM JEWELERS were nothing short of amazing the whole time never giving up in finding me the ring mold that fit my style. The whole process was simple and smooth. I would recommend them to everyone.