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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...

Contemporary JewelleryApr 21, 20261 min read

Editorial: Pieces of Eight x July Luggage

July's Juliette Collection Featuring Pieces of Eight ArtistsFrom left to right: Lisa Roet, Tara Lofhelm, Melanie Katsalidis and Tilda Cole Jewellery from Pieces of Eight Gallery featured in the la...

Christmas GiftsDec 3, 20255 min read

The Gift of Jewellery: Giving Meaning This Festive Season

There is something singular about the moment a piece of jewellery is given. A small box, a quiet pause, and then the reveal. Inside, more than metal and gemstone, a piece of carefully selected jewe...

Contemporary JewelleryOct 21, 20254 min read

Interview: Rewilding a new exhibition of sculpture and jewellery by Lisa Roet

Following an extraordinary year that’s seen major milestones, from her Going Ape survey exhibition in Melbourne to the monumental Great Ape installation in London, artist Lisa Roet returns to Piece...

ExhibitionSep 17, 20252 min read

Coming Soon: Lisa Roet, A New Exhibition

Lisa Roet's Latest Exhibition, Soon to Launch at Pieces of Eight Gallery Exploring Lisa Roet's body of work is like stepping into a parallel universe, a place where the familiar contours of humani...

baroqueMar 19, 20253 min read

In the Artist Studio: with William Llewellyn Griffiths

bronzeNov 27, 20242 min read

LISA ROET: AN INTERVIEW & INSTALLATION

antique diamondsAug 8, 20192 min read

Sustainable jewellery – a quick guide

Australian ArtistsJun 1, 20181 min read

/ Julia Storey's Golden Imprint Ring & Earrings in Ellements Magazine /

Art DirectionFeb 19, 20181 min read

/ It's a Woman's World: Lyn & Tony Feature in Okenyo's Music Video /

AustraliaNov 29, 20171 min read

/ Give the Gift of Australian Design this Christmas /

ArchitectureOct 4, 20171 min read

Opening Tomorrow! Kim Victoria's Monumental Love and Melanie Upton's Matter Monumental

Australian DesignAug 8, 20171 min read

/ Opening Night Recap: Near & Far and House Sculptures /

Anna MarroneJul 6, 20171 min read

/ OPENING TONIGHT! Enchanté: New Exhibition Featuring Emerging Melbourne Jewellers Tara Lofhelm, Fiona Simmons & Julia Storey /

Australian ArtistsJun 29, 20171 min read

/ COMING SOON: Enchanté / New Exhibition of Emerging Melbourne Jewellers /

Australian ArtistsJun 27, 20171 min read

/ Peta Kruger's New Grid Collection: Contemporary Jewellery and Art Objects Now Available /

ArtisanJun 20, 20171 min read

/ Luke Maninov Hammond Exhibits 'Beneath the Surface' at Artisan: Queensland's Centre for Craft & Design /

Australian ArtistsApr 27, 20171 min read

/ Coming Soon: LUXE-ing / Group Exhibition of Melbourne Male Jewellers /

Australian ArtistsApr 4, 20171 min read

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

Amy RenshawMar 24, 20171 min read

/ Recent Commissions: Highlighting our Bespoke Beauties /

18ct Yellow GoldFeb 13, 20171 min read

/ Stack 'Em High: Our Favourite Precious Ring Stacks /

Australian ArtistsJan 21, 20171 min read

/ Introducing Our Newest Artist: Georgie Brooks /

CHROMADec 15, 20161 min read

/ CHROMA: Final Exhibition for 2016 /

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