F&R Journal

Designer Series: Sam Pauletto

I grew up in an environment where being artistic was always encouraged. My mother practised calligraphy as an art form while I was growing up, so I had an awareness from a young age.

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What Is The Hardest Gemstone?

The diamond is the hardest gemstones, while talc is a very soft mineral. The scale by which the hardness of minerals is measured is the Mohs Hardness Scale. How can you tell how well your gemstone will stand up to a few knocks? By knowing where it sits on the Mohs Hardness Scale. The what? Read on.

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Ercuis Decorative Arts Flatware

Since 1867, Ercuis has produced fine silverware used in embassies, yachts, and luxury hotels around the world. Founded by a French priest, Adrien Céleste Pillon, Ercuis originally created silver items for use in church services. The factory quickly branched out into dinnerware and silverware for royal houses as well.
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Timeless Love, Contemporary Style

A diamond engagement ring is an enduring symbol of love and commitment. And, while love is timeless and heirlooms are precious, there is no reason why an engagement ring shouldn’t change to suit your style.
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A Luxurious Bespoke Gift is Brought to Life

Forty years ago, a young woman arrived in Australia from Poland, keen to start her life in a new country, rich with opportunity. On the eve of their 22nd wedding anniversary, her husband commissioned our designers and artisans to commemorate this milestone with a hand-made custom jewellery piece that would symbolise the joining of her two homes.
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Precious Pieces Reimagined

Luxury jewellery is a timeless investment in style, but sometimes a treasured piece may benefit from being reimagined and remodelled in a contemporary way. Perhaps the fitting is dated or damaged, maybe your tastes have change or it is a much-loved heirloom that needs to be remodelled to create a custom-made piece that will bring joy to a new generation. 
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