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antique diamondsApr 23, 20262 min read

A Sparkling Guide: How To Care For Your Diamond Jewellery

Diamonds are one of the hardest materials on earth, making them an exceptional choice for jewellery intended to be worn daily — rings in particular. A diamond's resistance to wear and surface scrat...

bespoke engagement ringFeb 19, 20263 min read

A Love Less Ordinary: Redefining the Engagement Ring

Once bound by tradition, the engagement ring has undergone a quiet transformation. While a classic solitaire, set on a simple band of gold remains an icon, it is no longer the only expression of ...

9ct Yellow GoldFeb 4, 20263 min read

Piece by Piece: Suzi Zutic's 'Golden Apparition #2' Ring from her 'Saints' Series

Piece by Piece is an ongoing journal series dedicated to examining individual works of jewellery, with attention to material, form and intention. Each feature draws focus to a single piece or sm...

Australian DesignMar 1, 20231 min read

Renaissance Inspiration: A New Collection From William Llewellyn Griffiths

Anna MaroneAug 15, 20222 min read

Rare and Unique Diamond Rings

Australian DesignMay 15, 20192 min read

A seaside ceremony with Natalia Milosz-Piekarska

18ct White GoldMay 11, 20181 min read

/ The LaSalle Ring: David Parker's New Engagement Ring /

18ct Yellow GoldApr 12, 20181 min read

/ Seb Brown's Capsule Collection: Encrusted Diamond Rings /

Anna SheffieldMar 15, 20182 min read

/ Wedding Ring Focus: Rose Gold Makes a Contemporary Comeback /

18ct White GoldFeb 25, 20181 min read

/ Bespoke Diamond Ring from Tessa Blazey /

Anna SheffieldJun 11, 20172 min read

/ Q & A With Anna Sheffield Part 3: The Beauty of Unique Materials and Gemstones /

Anna SheffieldJun 4, 20171 min read

/ Coming Soon: Anna Sheffield's Collection of Fine Jewellery, All the Way from New York City! /

18ct White GoldApr 16, 20171 min read

/ Diamond Earrings: New Arrivals from our Favourite Artists / A Contemporary take on a Classic /

18ct White GoldApr 13, 20171 min read

/ Easter 2017: Holiday Trading Hours /

Australian ArtistsApr 10, 20171 min read

/ April's Birthstone: Diamond /

Anna MarroneApr 8, 20171 min read

/ Gem School Now Live! Our New Website Resource for Learning about Precious Gemstones and Metals /

Australian ArtistsApr 4, 20171 min read

/ Stunning Precious Engagement and Wedding Rings Freshly Delivered by Karla Way /

Anna MaroneMar 16, 20171 min read

/ Coming Soon: Gem School: An Educational Reference for Learning About Gemstones! /

Loved by many

Bespoke

Such an amazing experience. My bespoke ring is stunning. It is constantly admired and I have people comment on it weekly asking where I had it made. Thank you again Melanie for my beautiful ring ( and my other gorgeous jewellery as well).Fiona

Engagement

I’ve been fortunate to have followed Mel’s work for almost 20 years— and have appreciated the immense effort she has put into her own work, not to mention curating a wonderful group of artists through Po8.Over the years I’ve been able to purchase her work— and it was a no brainer to get my engagement and wedding bands made by her. Her staff are incredibly helpful and kind- and I always make an effort to swing by and see what is in store.Shawn

Sapphire

My partner proposed to me with a Melanie Katsilidis Australian blue sapphire diamond ring. We are absolutely floored by its beauty. The architectural design, the jewels, the cut, it’s just out of this world! Thank you so much to Melanie and her team for all the thought, care and class with which you created our forever treasure!Natalie

Pearls

Pieces of Eight is my go-to for timeless, wearable luxury. The curation is always on point and all the artists in this gallery are incredibly talented. However, Melanie Katsalidis' pieces are my absolute favourite—sculptural, stunning, and unique. I always get compliments when I wear her creations. I own several and wear them constantly. They're effortlessly special, every day. I am obsessed with this place!LTP

Loved by many

Excellent customer service. The staff were helpful from the moment I walked in, through to selecting, purchasing, and resizing a ring. When illness meant I couldn't come in to the boutique, they gladly reorganised. The ring itself is an absolute banger, for what it's worth -- my fiancée and I couldn't be happier! Highly recommended. David

The whole experience has been an unalloyed pleasure: a range of pieces that I enjoy choosing from, staff who are helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and helped make the whole process enjoyable. They handled the online enquiry as efficiently as they do in person. Anne

Pieces of Eight is an Aladdin’s Cave of treasures, show casing some of the most original and creative jewellery and objects to be found in Melbourne, let alone around the world. Over the years I have bought many different items from them and all, without fail, receive positive comments from family, friends and strangers when they see them. Dean

Belinda Esperson

Always a wonderful experience working with the fabulous team at Pieces of Eight! First time working with them on a custom piece, by artist Belinda Esperson. A family member loved the style a brooch though found it a little large so she created a smaller version that was just perfect. Leonie