About Us

Founded in 1889, John F. Allen & Son, Inc. is a fourth generation family importer and wholesale distributor of genuine and imitation stones, beads, findings and components to the jewelry, fashion and craft markets.

We are the largest U.S. wholesale distributor of Preciosa brand crystal and glass beads, pendants and rhinestones and a direct importer of many other products from top quality factories in Europe and Asia.

John F. Allen maintains a showroom in New York City, in addition to a 22,000 sq. ft. warehouse and headquarters in Warwick, R.I.