SUTCLIFFE JEWELLERY

Sutcliffe is as unique as the beautiful jewellery we create. Our international award-winning pedigree, combined with our exacting standards of design and craftsmanship, set us apart from any other jewellery house in New Zealand.

Discover the exquisite range of brand-defining pieces in our Parnell showroom, or embark on a bespoke journey with us. Our process is meticulous from consultation to completion, so whether everyday, show-stopper or heirloom, we will create jewellery you love. 

Contact us today to book an appointment, or visit us in our Parnell showroom. 

BEAUTIFULLY BESPOKE

Hand-crafted jewellery is our speciality. At Sutcliffe, you work directly with the team who will design and make your treasured piece.

The bespoke journey starts with a personal appointment to draw inspiration, and talk through your story, style and budget. We take the time to share our knowledge and answer all of your questions. 

Our stone specialists will source the most exquisite gemstones globally available to perfectly match the design you love. We then meticulously craft your jewellery in our Parnell workshop.

Book an appointment, or visit us in our Parnell showroom, and let our in-house team of master jewellers, qualified gemmologists and talented designers bring your dream jewellery to life.

BRENT SUTCLIFFE

Brent Sutcliffe is a rare commodity in New Zealand. A master craftsman, internationally awarded and passionate about producing world-class jewellery, right here in New Zealand. Brent has long been schooled in the craft of goldsmithing and design. His father, Lance, established Sutcliffe Jewellery back in 1968, having been a jeweller himself since he was 14. Lance's success as a jeweller and businessman inspired Brent to do an apprenticeship upon leaving school in 1988. As an apprentice in New Zealand, Brent won many awards and was always recognised for his apprenticeship assessments.

After working in New Zealand for 12 years, Brent left for Hatton Garden, the jewellery heart of London to work alongside the famous houses such as Graff, de Beers and the London Diamond Borse. It was here that Brent came into his own, surprising the London jewellery world by taking out their top prize. This was also where Brent developed a love for antique jewellery, a speciality that added a new dimension to his designs. 

AWARDS

In 2003, Brent competed against 700 British jewellers in the British Goldsmiths Craftsmanship and Design Awards. He walked away with the industry's top honours: Diamond Mounter (Jeweller) of the Year and the Gold Award for Small Works. In addition to these prestigious honours, Brent was also awarded a specifically created Special Council Award, as further recognition of his high-quality work.

The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths is one of twelve great Livery Companies of the City of London, receiving its first Royal Charter in 1327. For seven centuries, the Goldsmith's Company has been responsible for testing the quality of precious metals and for regulating the craft and trade of the goldsmith. In 1908, they commenced an annual competition, awarding prizes to encourage design in gold or silver. Ninety-five years later, Brent Sutcliffe won three of the Goldsmith's Guilds' awards, adding him to the annals of distinguished jewellers of Britain.

Brent's violin took 170 hours to complete. It is 18ct white gold and weighs a total of 39 grams. The case took a further 200 hours and weighs 83 grams (although this was not submitted as part of the competition). The violin measures 7.5cm in length and has over 1000 diamonds over the body at a total weight of 20.5 carats, and 2.5 carats of sapphires along the stem. The hair-thin strings are also white gold and can be turned on the dial of the violin.