Our Materials
As a fine jeweller, we work with a diverse range of gemstones - diamonds are just one of many stunning options. We also love creating with emeralds, sapphires, spinels, zircons (not to be confused with cubic zirconia), and more.
At the heart of our practice is intentionality. Every piece is made to order, never mass-produced. This allows us to purposefully source each gemstone for the individual client - hand-selecting beautiful stones that align with your design, values, and vision.
Our Gold
Gold is a natural resource with a rare and remarkable quality - it can be endlessly recycled without losing its value. We responsibly source our gold through Australian refineries that recycle jewellers’ scrap, as well as accredited bullion dealers in Australia and Europe, many of whom work with locally mined and processed metals.
All of our scrap is recycled and repurposed, eliminating excess waste.
Natural diamonds
Like gold, natural diamonds are also a mined natural resource. We work directly with Australian-based suppliers to source high-quality natural diamonds through the Kimberley Process. While the GIA states 99% of the current natural diamond global supply chain is conflict-free, we are pleased to offer our clients the option to source from known origins on request, such as Australian and Canadian diamonds.
Australian natural diamonds
Mined under strict Australian regulations, these natural diamonds are a testament to responsible sourcing and strict environmental processes, ensuring a positive impact on local communities.
Diamonds from the Argyle Mine, located in Western Australia, are renowned for their unique pink, red, and champagne hues, making them highly sought after in the jewellery world. Known for their exceptional quality, these diamonds were sourced from one of the world’s most famous and productive diamond mines until its closure in 2020. As the mine undergoes rehabilitation, the legacy of Argyle diamonds lives on, prized not only for their beauty but also for their ethical origin.
Ellendale diamonds are sourced from the Ellendale Diamond Field in Western Australia’s West Kimberley region. This area is renowned for producing high-quality fancy yellow diamonds, with some of the world's finest stones originating here.
The rarity and unique beauty of Argyle and Ellendale diamonds continue to make them a cherished option for those seeking a meaningful and responsibly sourced diamond.
Canadian natural diamonds
Canadian diamonds are mined in the remote northern regions of Canada, known for their exceptional quality, traceability, and ethical sourcing. Extracted under some of the world’s strictest environmental and labor standards, these diamonds are conflict-free and fully traceable from mine to market - making them a responsible and transparent choice for fine jewellery.
Lab-grown diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds have risen in popularity in recent years for their affordability. Providing the same chemical and optical properties of a naturally-formed diamond, a lab-grown diamond is produced within a HPHT or CVD machine - replicating natural processes above ground. Both a natural diamond and lab-grown diamond are 'rough' diamonds before commencing the polishing and cutting stage, where the true beauty of the stone is revealed. We are pleased to offer our clients the choice of natural or lab-grown diamonds.
CVD Diamonds (Chemical Vapor Deposition):
CVD diamonds are created by placing a diamond seed in a sealed chamber filled with carbon-rich gases (like methane or hydrogen gas) at low pressure. When heated, the gases break down and carbon atoms bond to the seed, growing layer by layer into a diamond rough.
HPHT Diamonds (High Pressure High Temperature):
HPHT diamonds are made by mimicking the Earth’s natural conditions - applying extreme pressure and heat to a carbon source (like graphite) in the presence of a metal catalyst (such as iron, cobalt or nickel).
Other gemstones
Just as we thoughtfully source our diamonds, we work closely with Australian-based suppliers to hand-select exceptional natural gemstones. From locally mined Australian sapphires and zircons to artisanally sourced stones from Madagascar and Sri Lanka, each gem supports small-scale miners and their communities. These locally and ethically sourced stones are a meaningful choice - offering traceability, a lighter environmental footprint, and a positive impact on local communities.