Melbourne · Family jewellers since 1984
Custom Engagement Rings in Melbourne, Made With a Gemologist
Hand-picked diamonds at importer prices, designed with you and handmade in 3–5 weeks.
- ★★★★★5-star rated on Google
- GIAGraduate Gemologist
- Family jewellers since1984
- 3–5Weeks · handmade in Melbourne
Explore GemTrove
Where Would You Like to Begin?
Meet your jeweller
A Third-Generation Jeweller Who Is Also a GIA Graduate Gemologist
When you sit down with Raj, the person explaining your diamond is the same person who designs and makes your ring.
Jewellery has been our family’s trade since 1984. Raj qualified as a GIA Graduate Gemologist in 2007, is a GIA Accredited Jewelry Professional, and founded GemTrove in Melbourne in 2008. He shows you exactly what you are paying for, so you can choose with confidence instead of guesswork.
Raj SoodFounder & Gemologist
Our storyThe process
How Your Ring Is Made
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Free Consultation
Meet Raj in our Melbourne showroom. Tell him your budget and style, and see real diamonds side by side.
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Choose Your Stone
Pick from natural or lab-grown diamonds and gemstones, each graded and explained before you commit.
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Approve Your Design
We create a detailed CAD design of your ring so you can see every angle before it’s made.
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Handmade in 3–5 Weeks
Your ring is crafted, set and polished, then ready to collect from our showroom.
Diamonds & gemstones
Find the Stone That Becomes Your Ring
Natural Diamonds
Formed over billions of years and graded for cut, colour, clarity and carat. Raj helps you put your budget where it shows — not into grades the eye can’t see.
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Lab-Grown Diamonds
Chemically and optically the same as natural diamonds, grown in a lab. More size for your budget, with the same fire and hardness.
Shop lab-grown diamonds
Fancy Colour Diamonds
Yellow, pink, blue and champagne diamonds, natural and lab-grown, for a ring nobody else will have.
Shop fancy colour
Gemstones
Sapphires, emeralds, rubies and more, chosen for colour and life rather than just a certificate.
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Round
Oval
Emerald
Pear
Cushion
Princess
Marquise
RadiantThe GemTrove ring builder
Build Your Dream Ring
Choose your diamond, your setting and your metal, and watch your ring come together. Then Raj refines every detail with you and makes it by hand in Melbourne.
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Choose Your Stone
Natural or lab-grown, in the shape you love, from round and oval to emerald and pear.
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Pick Your Setting
A classic solitaire, a sparkling halo or a three-stone trilogy.
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Make It Yours
Yellow, white or rose gold, then fine-tune the band, profile and finish in CAD.
Client reviews
Rated 5.0 by Melbourne Couples
5.0 · 55 Google reviews
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- ★★★★★
“Raj is very friendly and knowledgeable on all things diamonds… He helped me design the perfect ring. He listened to everything I was looking for and gave me great advice along the way.”
The AdstaGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“His advice on the ring size, design, and overall style was invaluable… The entire process was smooth, transparent, and completed within the expected timeframe.”
Seno RGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“Raj has been incredible to work with and guided us through designing both our engagement rings… His deep knowledge of diamonds and the do’s and don’ts of ring design was invaluable.”
Tanveer DGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“I had a 10/10 experience here at GemTrove… I have a very custom ring I was after as it was an engagement ring, what I wanted was exactly what I got.”
Eric GGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“We wanted to pick out our preferred stone with GIA certification and then the setting (custom made)… A big thank you to Raj for making everything possible.”
WhizGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“I had a deadline too which he went above and beyond to meet.”
Gary LGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“We got the sizing dramatically wrong and Raj was patient… He had it fixed quickly and delivered an excellent ring.”
Richard LGoogle review
- ★★★★★
“The diamond necklace I received was beyond stunning. The sparkle and craftsmanship are just flawless!”
Emily TGoogle review
Visit us
Our Melbourne Showroom
Unit 903/125 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Level 9, Century Building
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
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| Tuesday | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t find your answer? Call or text 0488 878 000.
How much does a custom engagement ring cost?
It depends on the diamond and the design. At your free consultation Raj shows you options across your budget and gives you a written quote, with no obligation to buy.
How long does a custom piece take to make?
Most custom pieces are handmade in 3–5 weeks from design approval. Complex designs or hard-to-source stones can take longer, and we confirm a date with you before work begins.
What is the difference between a natural and a lab-grown diamond?
They are chemically and optically identical, and both are real diamonds. The difference is origin: one forms in the earth over billions of years, the other is grown in a laboratory over weeks. Lab-grown stones are typically more affordable at the same size and quality.
Are your diamonds certified?
Yes. Our diamonds come with independent certification, and we talk you through the grading report so you understand exactly what you are buying.
Can I buy a loose diamond or gemstone on its own?
Yes. You can buy a loose diamond or gemstone by itself, or have us set it into a ring or piece of jewellery designed for you.
Can I bring in my own stone or an existing piece?
Yes. You can bring your own diamond or gemstone, or an inherited piece to be redesigned. We assess the stone with you and discuss the options before any work starts.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Our showroom on Level 9 of the Century Building, 125 Swanston Street, Melbourne, is by appointment, so you get a private, unhurried consultation with a GIA Graduate Gemologist. You can book online.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes. If you cannot visit in person, we run video consultations and can walk you through stones and designs remotely.
What gemstones do you work with?
We work with natural and lab-created gemstones including sapphires, emeralds, rubies and a wide range of coloured stones. If you are after something specific, we can source it.
What if I don't know my partner's ring size?
We can help you estimate it discreetly, and every engagement ring includes a complimentary resize after the proposal.
Do you ship across Australia?
Yes. We ship Australia-wide with insured, tracked delivery.
Do you offer resizing, repairs and cleaning?
Yes. We service and maintain the pieces we make, including resizing, repairs, cleaning and re-polishing.
Begin your ring
Start With a Conversation
A free, no-pressure consultation with a gemologist in the heart of Melbourne.