Business Details
Trusted Family-Owned Jewellers in Melbourne Since 1884
Holdsworth Bros has been a family-run business since 1884, specialising in high-quality jewellery creation, repair, and retail. Our expertise spans four generations, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design. We offer custom jewellery services, engagement ring consultations, and a wide range of gemstones, including rare diamonds and coloured stones. Our commitment to quality and customer service has made us one of Melbourne's oldest and most trusted jewellers.We operate three stores in Melbourne's eastern suburbs and provide services such as pearl rethreading, insurance, and jewellery restoration. Our team of experienced designers and jewellers ensures every piece meets exacting standards while maintaining the personal touch that defines our family legacy.
Services
Custom Jewellery
Engagement Rings
Jewellery Repairs
Insurance Services
Pearl Threading
Highlights and features
- Family-run business for over 140 years with generational expertise
- Unique, non-mass-produced jewellery designs
- Experienced team of fine arts-qualified designers
- Sourcing the world's finest diamonds and gemstones
- Comprehensive repair and insurance services for all jewellery
What people say
Excellent craftsmanship
Knowledgeable staff
Positive experiences
Custom designs
Engagement rings
Services
Custom Jewellery
Our team creates unique custom jewellery from scratch or remakes sentimental pieces using existing gemstones. Clients receive digital artistic impressions before production begins. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to ensure every piece reflects individual stories and preferences.
Engagement Rings
We offer tailored engagement ring consultations, including CAD design, gemstone selection, and four-to-six-week production timelines. Services include virtual consultations, in-store appointments, and post-purchase care packages with certifications. Our collection features diamonds, halos, and custom settings for all budgets.
Jewellery Repairs
Our qualified jewellers provide on-site repairs including resizing, stone replacement, and chain soldering. We offer free assessments, secure storage, and transparent pricing. Most repairs take one day to two weeks, with detailed timeframes provided before work commences.
Insurance Services
We provide full insurance coverage from quotation to replacement for lost or damaged items. Services include valuation reports, documentation for claims, and replacement options from our in-store range or custom designs tailored to specific requirements.
Pearl Threading
Our skilled technicians rethread pearl strands using knotted or unknotted styles, finishing with gold or silver wire clasps. This service restores worn necklaces and bracelets to their original condition while maintaining the integrity of delicate gemstones.
People
Chris Holdsworth
Director
Fourth-generation jeweller with over 20 years' experience in fine jewellery design and business management. Specialises in diamond grading and heritage piece restoration.
Tim Holdsworth
Director
Co-director with expertise in coloured gemstones and contemporary jewellery manufacturing. Oversees store operations across three Melbourne locations.
Questions
How long has Holdsworth Bros. Jewellers been in business?
We've been family-owned since 1884, making us Melbourne's oldest continuously operating jeweller with four generations of expertise.
Do you offer custom jewellery design services?
Yes, our designers create bespoke pieces from scratch or remake sentimental jewellery using existing gemstones with CAD visualisations.
What areas do you serve?
We operate three stores in Melbourne's eastern suburbs: Eastland, Knox City, and The Glen shopping centres.
Can you repair antique or heirloom jewellery?
Yes, our jewellers specialise in restoring vintage pieces while preserving their original character and craftsmanship.
Do you provide jewellery insurance services?
We offer comprehensive insurance solutions including valuations, replacements, and documentation for lost or damaged items.
What payment options are available?
We accept zipMoney financing, credit cards, and traditional payment methods across all our Melbourne locations.
Reviews (4)
Simon N. A.
Jul 09, 2021
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Such a hugely positive experience in purchasing an engagement ring, and then wedding rings more recently @ Holdsworths in Eastland. They really do have some beautiful jewellery available. Their willingness to adjust, professional attitude, and the overall warmth / kindness of the staff, have all created an extremely positive experience in working with them to get just the right outcomes for what we were purchasing. Their professional attitude, and willingness to look after us as we've made adjustments to the final purchase, as well as the warmth of the team themselves, has caused us to be seriously
Loree Davies
May 21, 2021
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The lady at Lakelands was lovely, I love that the range is different and not “created” gems. Craftsmanship is amazing.
Sandy
Apr 14, 2021
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Holdsworht Bros is a first jewelry shop we went in for our engagement ring and wedding rings. The staff Sandy is very nice and patient. She use her billions of experience and knowledge to help us choosing perfect rings. Even we mentioned we need more time to compare and decide, we may not purchase from you, however, the level of services from Sandy never changed. After comparing, we still decide to purchase from Holdsworth because of good quality and reasonable price. This is a shop you definitely should try.
Ianna Gomez
Apr 06, 2021
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The team at Holdsworth did an absolutely magnificent job at helping my fiancé create my engagement ring. The design and craftsmanship is BEYOOOND what I could have ever dreamed of. It is absolutely stunning and… dangerously distracting. Photos just don't do it justice! Special thanks to Sandy from Holdsworth at Knox. She was completely amazing and accommodating through the whole process. ❤
