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A diamond-studded suit jacket pocket, a gold toothpick and holder, and a scissor-shaped pendant made for a dressmaker might sound like an unusual collection, but they’re just some of the extraordinary commissions created by Bell & Brunt.
From intricate, one-of-a-kind statement pieces to deeply personal family jewellery, the Adelaide jewellers bring their clients’ ideas to life through craftsmanship, creativity and a close attention to detail. Every piece has its own story, whether it celebrates a family, marks a milestone or turns a lifelong passion into something precious enough to wear.
Here are 20 incredible pieces.
Platinum Men’s Engagement Ring
This ring was created for a client with a striking emerald-cut diamond at the centre, complemented by alternating princess and baguette-cut channel-set diamonds.
Sapphire and Diamond Pavé Ring with Inside Engraving
Handcrafted Sapphire & Diamond Ring, a true work of art by Bell & Brunt’s talented jewellers. The engraving done on the inside of the band makes it truly special and personal for the customer who commissioned it.
Fiona’s Family Ring
Bell & Brunt COO Fiona Childs worked with their master designers and jeweller to create this ring for herself. It is a family ring, with each birthstone carefully chosen to represent each family member and their unique presence in her life. And at the heart of it all, a breathtaking white round diamond shines brightly, symbolising the love that binds all together.
Horseshoe Pendant
Handcrafted two-tone gold Horseshoe Pendant, beautifully set with the client’s own treasured diamonds. Paired with a chain of her choice, the finished piece was everything she hoped for. In her words, “My heart sang when I saw the finished product. I just love, love, love my horseshoe.”
Snake Pendant
A striking Snake Pendant handcrafted in rich yellow gold, with vivid rubies adding a captivating touch of colour. Intricate detailing brings the serpent to life, creating a bold and beautifully distinctive piece with plenty of character.
Ring Holder Pendant
A beautifully practical Ring Holder Pendant, customised with gemstones selected to the client’s preference. Designed for those who can’t always wear their rings while working, such as nurses and chefs, it offers a thoughtful way to keep treasured rings close throughout the day.
Madagascar Pink Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Cum Brooch
A spectacular custom-made pendant and brooch, featuring a captivating Madagascar pink sapphire at its centre. Surrounded by an artful arrangement of pear, cushion, round and oval cut diamonds, this versatile piece was handcrafted to create a truly one-of-a-kind statement for a client.
Yin & Yang Earrings
The striking Yin & Yang Earrings, crafted by Master Designer Zen, were finalists in the JAA Australasian Jewellery Awards. Recently borrowed by the Hon. Nadia Clancy MP, Minister for Small and Family Business and Minister for Multicultural Affairs, after they caught her eye, these distinctive earrings are now back on display in Bell & Brunt’s studio.
Diamond Metropolis – Suit Jacket Pocket
Diamond Metropolis, a finalist in the Diamond Jewellery Guild Australia 2023 Awards’ Diamonds for Men category. Handcrafted in solid 18ct white gold, this remarkable piece features over 4 carats of princess cut, tapered baguette and brilliant cut diamonds, meticulously brought together using bead, corner cap, bar and pavé settings. The piece was also loaned to acclaimed filmmaker Scott Hicks for the AACTA Awards, where he wore it with grace while accepting his award.
Lord of the Rings Pendant
Created for a client with a fascination for The Lord of the Rings, this one-of-a-kind pendant brings a touch of fantasy to fine jewellery. Handcrafted in yellow and white gold, it features sparkling diamonds and intricate hand-carved detailing, bringing the client’s vision to life in a truly personal piece.
Diamond Scissor Pendant
A bespoke scissor-shaped pendant, handcrafted especially for a dressmaker as a beautiful nod to her craft. Set with sparkling diamonds and finished with intricate detailing, this playful yet elegant piece transformed something central to her profession into jewellery she could treasure.
Signet Ring
An intricately hand-carved signet ring, framed by a border of sparkling diamonds that beautifully highlights its detailed craftsmanship. A striking take on a classic design, handcrafted to create a piece rich in character and individuality.
Tiara
A beautifully assembled bridal tiara, thoughtfully designed to transform beyond the wedding day. Its central feature can be removed and worn as a brooch, allowing a bride to wear the complete piece for her wedding and continue enjoying a special part of it for many occasions to come.
Gold Toothpick and Holder
A gold toothpick and its holder, specially handcrafted for a group of gentlemen. Bell & Brunt’s craftsmen carefully engineered the mechanism so the toothpick sits securely within its holder while remaining easy to remove. We loved this wonderfully unique creation so much that we kept one in a studio showcase.
Dragonfly Brooch
A beautifully detailed dragonfly brooch, handcrafted in gold and brought to life with sparkling diamonds. From the delicate wings to its graceful form, every detail was carefully considered to capture the beauty and character of a dragonfly in a truly distinctive piece.
Statement Cluster Ring with Kite Diamonds
A spectacular cluster statement ring, centred around a striking round brilliant diamond and surrounded by rare kite-shaped diamonds. The unusual combination of diamond shapes creates a bold, beautifully balanced design with incredible sparkle from every angle.
Pink Diamond Cluster Ring
A breathtaking pink diamond cluster ring, designed as a statement piece with an almost bouquet-like arrangement of beautiful diamonds. Each stone comes together around the centre, creating a bold yet feminine composition filled with colour, brilliance and character.
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
This captivating creation features a hand-selected Ceylon sapphire at its heart, embraced by a radiant halo of diamonds. Each detail of this exquisite ring reflects grace and refinement, showcasing the mastery of Bell & Brunt’s artisanal craftsmanship. Keith Brunt crafted this statement ring in just one day. Born from his vision half a century ago, this piece remains as relevant and striking today as it was then. It is worn by Cheri Brunt now.
Aussie Leaf Pendant
Created to mark a client’s 50th anniversary as an Australian, this meaningful pendant celebrates a very special milestone. Intricately carved with a leaf motif symbolising her connection to Australia, it became a deeply personal keepsake of the place she has called home for half a century.
Family Gemstone Pendants
A beautiful way to keep her children close, these sentimental pendants were created for a client using pink and blue gemstones to represent each child. Finished with delicate girl and boy motifs handcrafted in gold, each pendant became a personal little symbol of family to treasure.
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