PRIVATE JEWELLER
From beginning to end, nature is at the heart of Astrid's jewellery creations
Astrid's Story
Beginning in a tree lined valley in southern Tasmania, Astrid's childhood days spent playing by the creek in search of ancient fossils and gemstones. Her evenings spent by the fire, drawing fantastical crowns and jewels. Her dreams filled with crystal caves and treasure chests.
Her father taught her how to see the world through a creative lens. Teaching her to sculpt, use a pottery wheel, a kiln, make stained glass windows, painting, drawing, metalwork, even photography, and dreams of glistening caves.
These days Astrid explores the Australian wilderness in search of exquisite gemstones, to feature in her latest jewellery creations. Prospecting for gems such as opal, chrysoprase, and jade, to hand carve into dazzling miniature sculptures.
Most of her time is spent designing and crafting one-of-a-kind jewels in her Melbourne studio. Crafting by hand, each piece in recycled precious metals and beautiful gems.
Seamlessly blending elements of gothic architecture, natural abstraction, and the timeless elegance of antique jewellery into her designs.
While pursuing her passion, Astrid has learnt from master jewellers, artisans, a blacksmith, lapidarists and leading industry experts. She is a qualified Gemmologist, Diamond Grader, and Jewellery Valuer with over 18 years of industry experience.
In her quest, she has completed multiple studies, including jewellery manufacturing, fashion design, computer aided jewellery design, and gem setting.
Astrid enjoys hand sketching and painting her jewellery designs with a gemstone in mind but often designs pieces that could be adapted to suit an array of beautiful gems. Her inspiration spans from the masterful works of jewellers like René Lalique and Joel Arthur Rosenthal, to the unexpected beauty of an insect resting on a leaf.
Jewellery that tells a story, a work of art to wear and enjoy.
Sustainably & Ethically Sourced Gemstones
100% Recycled Gold & Platinum
Ethics
Each jewellery piece is individually designed and crafted by hand in Melbourne, Australia. Sparkling gemstones, combined with the finest 100% recycled precious metals and artisan craftsmanship. Precious metals are salvaged from old and broken jewellery and electronics, then refined, to be re-used. This supports a circular economy and minimises waste and the environmental impact of mining.
Many of the stunning gemstones in Astrid's jewellery are hand collected in Australia, then carved in her Melbourne studio.
By fossicking for gemstones within Australia and using local small scale artisanal miners and pearl farmers, we can ensure traceability, ethical practices, and the preservation of the environment.
Hand selected, post-consumer vintage and antique diamonds, rubies, and emeralds are often re-cut or polished to restore their brilliance. Antique gemstones have a mysterious and alluring beauty. Each unique and holding its own story, whilst being the most sustainable choice.
By supporting local small businesses, human rights, fair labour, and environmental conservation, we can make a meaningful investment in the future.
Astrid is dedicated to creating unique and timeless jewels, to be cherished for generations, using quality materials sourced ethically and sustainably.
