Some traditions begin quietly and grow into something irreplaceable. That's the story of the JH Breakell Annual Snowflake Collection.

Thirty-Two Years in the Making

Since the early 1990s, JH Breakell & Co. has welcomed the holiday season with a new sterling silver snowflake — each one born from the world around us. Some trace the spires of Trinity and Saint Mary's Church, others capture a sailor's love of the sea with anchors and sailboats, and many simply reach for the beauty of a starlit night or snow-capped trees. Every piece is hallmarked and dated on the back, a small keepsake of the year it was made. What began as a single ornament has grown into a beloved collecting tradition for families across the country, who return year after year for the newest design to add to their growing set.

No two years are alike. Every snowflake reflects a distinct theme, silhouette, and spirit of its time — which is exactly what makes hunting down a year you missed so satisfying.

More Than an Ornament

What makes the Snowflake Collection so enduring is what it represents. These aren't just decorative pieces — they mark years, milestones, and the people we share them with. Customers tell us they give snowflakes to mark the first home, a new baby, a milestone birthday. Parents start collections for their children. Grandmothers pass down the early years. It's available as an ornament, pendant, earrings, charm, and pin — so whether you're adding to your tree, your jewelry box, or gifting to someone meaningful, there's a version made for the moment.

It's jewelry that becomes a family record.

Start — or Continue — Your Collection

Whether you're just beginning or filling in gaps, each piece arrives ready to give, ready to collect, and ready to become part of your story. Explore our entire snowflake ornament collection and choose a year that holds special meaning to you.

This year's addition continues a legacy over three decades strong. *Stay tuned for this year’s snowflake - coming soon!*