Stunning Australian Rings for Women (and where to find them)

In 2021, the leading Sydney jewellery auction house Leonard Joel's brought the hammer down on a record-breaking Australian sale. One lucky bidder took home a solitaire ring containing a 25.02 carat diamond for a whopping $1,125,000.

In 2021, the leading Sydney jewellery auction house Leonard Joel's brought the hammer down on a record-breaking Australian sale. One lucky bidder took home a solitaire ring containing a 25.02 carat diamond for a whopping $1,125,000.

Of course, if you're shopping for rings for women in Australia, you're most likely looking for something a little more unique (and affordable!). Maybe even something crafted by Australian makers or independent jewellery brands. Thankfully, the country's active and creative jewellery industry offers a vast range of stunning rings to suit any budget.

But where are the best places in Australia to look for the ring of your dreams? Read on to find out!

BRICKS-AND-MORTAR JEWELLERY STORES

It might seem a bit old-fashioned in the age of e-commerce, but it's still quite possible to buy jewellery by visiting a manufacturing jewellery store. This is an especially good option for choosing significant investment rings, such as wedding and engagement rings.

Handmade jewellery is a thriving industry in Australia. Many jewellery designers and ring makers still combine their workshops with a store, although they often tend to be manufacturing jewellers specialising in more traditional pieces rather than indie designers.

Some jewellery designers might work with a store to sell their small batch pieces on commission, so it's worth hunting down stores that do this. For instance, we sell some of our designs through Hahndorf Academy outside of Adelaide.

Whether you're treating yourself to some fine gold jewellery or looking for a special investment ring, the experienced staff at a high end bricks-and-mortar store can help you in person with sizing, gemstones and more.

There are several benefits to shopping for rings in person:

You can better assess the quality of the item

You can try jewellery pieces on

You may be able to work with a manufacturing jeweller to create a bespoke ring

You can easily ask questions about the pieces you're interested in

If you're not sure which are the best jewellery shops to buy rings from in your area, start by asking friends and family for recommendations. Then, head to Google maps and peruse the customer reviews.