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custom diamond ringsApr 9, 20252 min read

The Question of Origin: Natural vs Lab-Grown Diamonds at Pieces of Eight

bespoke engagement ringMar 14, 20231 min read

The Romantic Classicism of William Llewellyn Griffiths

Australian SapphireOct 12, 20221 min read

Love Ritual by Melanie Katsalidis

Anna MaroneAug 15, 20222 min read

Rare and Unique Diamond Rings

Amara BettJul 20, 20221 min read

Rare: A Group Exhibition Celebrating Unique Diamonds & Natural Gemstones

Anna SheffieldMar 9, 20221 min read

The Anna Sheffield Sale

Australian ArtistsJan 4, 20221 min read

GOTHIC INFLUENCE: WILLIAM LLEWELLYN GRIFFITHS' STACKING RINGS

Contemporary JewelleryMar 5, 20192 min read

/ Ethical Beauty with MANIAMANIA /

Anna SheffieldSep 27, 20181 min read

/ Engagement Ring Bespoke Commission by Anna Sheffield /

18ct Yellow GoldSep 20, 20181 min read

/ Tessa Blazey introduces her Femme Fatale series of engagement rings /

AntiqueJul 2, 20181 min read

/ Bespoke Commission by Kim Victoria with Heirloom Diamonds /

Australian SapphireMay 30, 20181 min read

/ Carla Maxine Germann's Delicate Diamond Cluster Rings /

Australian DesignMay 22, 20181 min read

/ Modern Diamonds by Melanie Katsalidis /

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 11, 20181 min read

/ Anna Sheffield's Bea Ring: A Modern Love Story /

Anna SheffieldFeb 27, 20181 min read

/ STACKS ON / Our Favourite Way to Create Unique, Personalised Jewellery /

18ct White GoldFeb 25, 20181 min read

/ Bespoke Diamond Ring from Tessa Blazey /

Artist ProfileJan 26, 20181 min read

/ Karla Way: Precious Rings to Celebrate Life's Special Moments /

Australian SapphireOct 23, 20171 min read

/ Unearthing Treasures: Our Favourite Jewels from Kim Victoria's Monumental Love Exhibition /

Australian ArtistsSep 27, 20171 min read

NEO Cuts: LAST DAYS of Melanie Katsalidis's Solo Exhibition of Fine Jewellery

Australian ArtistsAug 12, 20171 min read

/ KIERAN JACKSON: Contemporary Fine Jewellery handcrafted in Melbourne /

Carla Maxine GermannAug 6, 20171 min read

/ Unique, Australian Designed Engagement Rings: New Arrivals Now Available! /

Anna SheffieldJun 11, 20172 min read

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