Business Details
47 Years
experience
Custom Handmade Jewelry & Engagement Rings in Melbourne
Established in 1979, Linghams Jewellers has built a reputation as a trusted name in Australian jewellery design and manufacturing. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, offering bespoke engagement rings, handmade jewellery, and precision CAD-designed pieces. With over 38 years of experience, we specialise in transforming raw materials into timeless creations, ensuring durability and artistry in every item. Our commitment to quality extends to using certified diamonds, Argyle pink diamonds, and coloured precious stones, while our in-house workshop allows for meticulous attention to detail.We pride ourselves on remodelling heirloom pieces, repairing delicate items, and educating clients on proper jewellery care. Our expertise in both handcrafted and modern techniques ensures clients receive unparalleled service and products that stand the test of time.
Services
Engagement Rings
CAD Designing
Jewellery Repairs
Remodelling
Handmade Jewellery
Diamond Setting
Jewellery Cleaning
Ring Sizing
Claw Retipping
Custom Design
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have 38 years of experience in bespoke jewellery design and manufacturing.
- Our team utilises both traditional handmade techniques and advanced CAD technology.
- We offer certified diamonds and Argyle pink diamonds for guaranteed quality.
- Our on-site workshop ensures full control over every stage of production.
- We won international awards for innovative jewellery design and craftsmanship.
Services
Engagement Rings
Our engagement rings combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Each piece is handmade using certified diamonds and precious metals, ensuring durability and timeless beauty. Clients benefit from expert guidance in selecting stones and customising designs to create meaningful, lasting symbols of love.
CAD Designing
Using Matrix 3D CAD software and Revo 540c milling technology, we create precise digital models for intricate jewellery designs. This allows clients to preview and adjust designs before production, reducing material waste and ensuring accuracy in complex pieces that traditional methods cannot achieve.
Jewellery Repairs
We offer comprehensive repair services including ring sizing, claw retipping, and stone replacement. Our experts restore damaged pieces to their original condition using techniques that maintain structural integrity, ensuring heirlooms and everyday wear items remain beautiful for generations.
Remodelling
Transform outdated or damaged jewellery into contemporary designs. We repurpose existing materials and stones to create new pieces tailored to client preferences, blending sentimental value with modern aesthetics through both handmade and CAD-assisted processes.
Handmade Jewellery
Our artisans craft pieces from raw materials using time-honoured techniques. Each item undergoes meticulous shaping, soldering, and polishing to achieve superior strength and detail. This method produces work-hardened metals that outlast mass-produced alternatives, offering unmatched quality and uniqueness.
People
Ray Lingham
Master Jeweller
With 38 years in the industry, Ray is a certified jeweller and pattern maker. He apprenticed at House of Hawk Australia before founding Linghams in 1979. His expertise spans handmade engagement rings to complex diamond settings, earning him recognition as a leader in Melbourne's jewellery trade.
Robert Lingham
CAD Designer
Robert joined the family business after completing a visual arts degree and jewellery apprenticeship. He specialises in CAD design, winning international awards for innovative techniques. His work bridges traditional craftsmanship with digital precision, ensuring Linghams remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
Questions
What distinguishes handmade from handcrafted jewellery?
Handmade jewellery starts with raw materials shaped through soldering and hammering for durability. Handcrafted pieces use casting, which is faster but less durable. Our handmade rings take 10-13 hours to create versus 1-2 hours for cast items.
How do you ensure diamond security in settings?
We use individually carved settings and reinforced claws. Regular checks every few years ensure prongs remain secure, preventing damage to diamonds' girdles. Our experts retip worn claws to maintain stone safety and structural integrity.
Can you remake heirloom jewellery?
Yes, we replicate antique pieces using old materials and photographs. Damaged sections are replaced while preserving sound areas, creating identical new items that retain sentimental value with modern durability.
What repair services do you offer?
We provide ring sizing, claw retipping, stone replacement, polishing, and clasp repairs. Our team handles all precious metals and settings, including tension, channel, and bezel, ensuring your jewellery remains wearable for generations.
How does CAD design benefit custom jewellery?
CAD allows 3D previews and adjustments before production, saving time and materials. Our Matrix software and Revo mill create precise wax models for casting intricate designs that traditional methods cannot achieve.
