Why hallmarking in Australian jewellery is important The practice known as ‘hallmarking’ is the process of impressing or stamping a series of marks into jewellery using hardened steel punches (in the case of rings, these marks are generally found on the inside) and...
Now & Then – Abrecht Bird Jewellers
We recently featured in industry based magazine - Jeweller Magazine, outlining our long standing history. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our business as one of the longest standing jewellers in Melbourne. Read Leon Corn's article below. ABOUT THE AUTHOR...
The Difference Between Cast & Hand Made Jewellery
As a manufacturing jewellery company we are often asked by new clients: ‘What is the difference between handmade and cast jewellery?’ I have been a part of the Abrecht Bird team for the past 10 years, so I may be a little biased in favour of handmaking as opposed to...
Modifying Your Old Jewellery
As September draws close to an end we decided to feature a very special sapphire and diamond ring that was commissioned by our client Doug for his wife Bernadette last year. We thought this remodelling job was the perfect piece to highlight this month’s birthstone and...
Argyle Diamond Creation
Earlier this year when we could have all our lovely clients visit us we welcomed Christine into our workshop to help hand make her champagne and pink diamond ring - a unique Argyle diamond creation. Champagne or cognac diamonds are available in other places around the...
Remodelling Your Jewellery
Susan's Ring Remake The jewellery design process - remodelling your jewellery Jewellery doesn't have to look a certain way for a lifetime, in fact gemstones and gold can often be reused or added to, to modernise and change a design completely. At Abrecht Bird we hand...
Bespoke handmade diamond pendant
Who wants a jewellery store that sells the same designs as everyone else! Our jeweller Eleanor made this one off pendant currently on display in our gallery. Inspired by nature, hand made with skill. 'This slider pendant is part one of a three-piece series I designed...
Eleanor Hawke – JAA design competition piece
Eleanor Hawke's JAA Design Competition entry 'Spring Morn At Macedon' After selecting a green tourmaline for my piece, a weekend trip to Mount Macedon with my husband and our dog inspired me to create a nature themed dress ring. The beautiful unique shade of green...
Abrecht Bird Jewellery Gallery
Some of the items available to view as part of the eclipse themed gallery. Make sure to visit before it disappears to see them allA showcase of the artistic talent and artisan skills of our workshop team. We are delighted to announce our jewellery gallery is now open!...
JAA People’s Choice Award
We are so proud of our three talented jewellers at Abrecht Bird. Greg John, Eleanor Hawke and Yuki Mathwin have all submitted a hand made item of jewellery as part of the Jewellers Association of Australia Jewellers Awards 2019, with Greg John chosen as one of the...