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 Hand Medal Project
As the pandemic changed the world that we once knew, every day forced us to face new challenges and emotions. It took a global pandemic for me to truly appreciate the work that our frontline and healthcare workers do, putting their lives and the health of their...
Yuki Mathwin – JAA design competition piece
Theme of eclipse A little while ago there was an in-house design competition focusing around the theme of an eclipse. An eclipse is the phenomenon of one entity passing in front of another. This “in-house” theme was based on an astronomical eclipse. Inspiration behind...
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...
Meet the staff – Yuki Mathwin
Yuki recently entered this creation into The Australian Pearl Jewellery Design Competition’ – hosted by Cygnet Bay Pearls. I grew up living in Middle Park, then in Eden NSW and finished my high school education in Mentone. When I reached adulthood, I moved to Sydney...