Ethical Jewellery

Repairing, Remodelling, Remaking and Recycling

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More people are becoming aware of where their products come from and the importance of sustainable resources.  Excessive consumerism, passing fads and the push to maximize profits at any price -  drive a global market of poor-quality mass-produced jewellery.   Most of these pieces are made using mass-mined metals with poor environmental controls.  

Our Commitment

We only source metals from suppliers that are fully compliant with the LBMA Responsible Gold Guidance and OECD Due Diligence Guidance for the Responsible supply Chains of Minerals. 

Our stones are guaranteed to be conflict free and comply with both the United Nations Resolution and the The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme.

Did you know that a 18ct Gold handmade ring and a 18ct gold cast ring are not the same? 

Both contain 75% pure gold, but the manufacturing process can affect the structure and durability of the metal. A cast ring is made by melting gold and pouring it into a mould. Casting allows for complex designs, but if the process is not done carefully it can introduce porosity or air pockets in the metal.

High-quality casting can still produce excellent jewellery, but traditional hand fabrication tends to produce a denser metal structure, which is one reason handmade pieces are often valued for their longevity.

For clients who want a piece designed to be worn daily and passed down through generations, many jewellers prefer the handmade method of construction.

Your Options

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    Repair & Remodel what you have:

    Do you have jewellery that has gone out of style - or is damaged?  If may be able to be repaired or remodeled.  This is also a great way to save a treasured piece and give it new life.

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    Recycle your jewellery:

    If your jewellery is beyond repair - consider having it melted down and created into an amazing new piece.   Providing your diamonds are not cracked or damaged I may be able to re-use those too.     Softer gemstones are often too damaged or scratched - however we may be able to get them re-cut and bring them back to life.

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    Cash in your old gold:

    Sometimes pieces that have been made by casting aren't able to be repaired and aren't suitable to be melted down and made into something else.  In that instance we would recommend you cash in your old gold for credit with us and have something entirely new made. 

Repairs

See how we repair Antique Jewellery
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A gold ring with two oval red gemstones and intricate detailing.
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Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.

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When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.

You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.

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Remodelling

Remodelling is the process of transforming existing jewellery into something you will love and wear again.

We work with your current piece and make thoughtful changes — this may include replacing stones, updating the design, or altering the shape and style — while retaining the essence of the original jewellery.

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Before and After

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Recycling - getting new life out of your old jewellery

Transform unworn pieces into something meaningful and wearable.

Many people have pieces sitting in a drawer — inherited jewellery that feels too dated, family rings that are too thin to wear safely, or pieces from a past relationship that no longer feel right.

Recycling allows the precious metals to be melted down and reused to create an entirely new piece of jewellery. Sometimes additional gold needs to be added to achieve the correct alloy, and occasionally older metal may be too porous to reuse safely and will need to be refined instead.

Gemstones that are in good condition can usually be reused, allowing them to become part of a completely new design.

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A customer had her old jewellery melted down, and a new pendant made, set with the stones from the original pieces.

Scrap gold about to be melted.
Melted down gold, cooling.
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Gold pendant work in progress.
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Gold pendant work in progress.
Close-up of an oval gold pendant, adorned with numerous small, sparkling diamonds.
Close-up of an oval gold pendant, adorned with numerous small, sparkling diamonds.
Close-up of an oval gold pendant, adorned with numerous small, sparkling diamonds.