Give Your Jewellery a New Chapter
Jewellery often carries memories that are worth preserving, even when the piece itself is no longer worn. At Fishers Jewellers, we can thoughtfully remodel your existing jewellery into something that feels entirely your own — retaining the gemstones, precious metals and sentiment that matter to you.
Whether it’s an inherited ring, jewellery that no longer suits your style, or several pieces you’d like brought together into one new design, we’ll guide you through the possibilities before anything is changed.
Hidden in many jewellery boxes is something extraordinary
Hidden in jewellery boxes across Northland are pieces rich with memories but no longer worn. An inherited engagement ring. A collection of unworn gold. Earrings missing their partner. Jewellery that deserves another chance. Through thoughtful design, expert craftsmanship and genuine collaboration, we help transform those forgotten pieces into jewellery you'll love wearing every day.
From forgotten to remarkable
Some of our favourite projects begin with jewellery customers thought they would never wear again. Inherited rings. Worn settings. Loose diamonds. Outdated designs. Through thoughtful redesign, these pieces begin an entirely new chapter.
REMODELLING STORY
A lifetime together, redesigned for the life they live
After years of wear, this engagement ring was ready for more than a repair. Its owner wanted to surprise his wife with something special — but it still needed to suit their practical farming lifestyle, and she wanted just one ring to wear every day.
We retained her original diamond as one of the side stones, carefully sourced a matching diamond for the other, and introduced a larger centre diamond. The three stones were then set into a substantial, low-profile ring designed to serve as both her engagement and wedding ring.
The Original
Reimagined
REIMAGINING YOUR GOLD
Her Gold. Her Story. A New Beginning.
Jewellery she already owned became the starting point for something entirely new. We reused her gold to create a custom three-stone engagement ring, transforming pieces no longer worn into a ring designed especially for her.
Her Gold
Her Engagement Ring
FAMILY HEIRLOOM · BROOCH TO RING
A Family Heirloom, Reimagined
A treasured family brooch, transformed into a ring that could be worn and enjoyed again — preserving the original gemstone and its connection to the past.
The Heirloom
Reimagined
Every remodel begins with a conversation—not a catalogue.
We believe the most meaningful jewellery isn't chosen from a display case. It's thoughtfully designed around your story, your gemstones and the memories you already own.
Jewellery we commonly remodel & repurpose
Inherited Jewellery
Honour family history in a way that feels personal to you.
Outdated Designs
Refresh older jewellery into a style you genuinely love wearing.
Unworn Gold & Diamonds
Reuse existing materials where appropriate.
Engagement Rings Ready For A New Chapter
Sensitive redesign conversations welcome.
Combining Multiple Pieces
Create one meaningful new design from several jewellery items.
Jewellery You No Longer Wear
Unlock value, beauty and purpose again.
Design expertise trusted by Northlanders for over 100 years
Every remodelling journey begins with understanding your story. Whether you're redesigning inherited jewellery, transforming unworn gold or creating a modern piece from treasured gemstones, our consultation-first approach ensures every decision is thoughtful, collaborative and uniquely yours.
Your project is guided by an experienced team including Northland's only qualified jewellery valuer, a GIA Diamond Graduate and GIA Coloured Stones Graduate. Combined with our in-house workshop and CAD design capabilities, this allows us to confidently transform existing jewellery into beautifully crafted pieces designed to be worn for generations.
Our remodelling expertise includes:
- Consultation-led design process
- CAD jewellery design
- Diamond and gemstone assessment
- Reusing your existing gold and gemstones where appropriate
- Handcrafted in our Whangārei workshop
- Personal guidance from concept through to completion
Our remodelling process
Consultation
Bring your jewellery, ideas and inspiration.
Exploration & Guidance
We discuss possibilities, practicality and design direction.
Design Development
Sketches, concepts or CAD design where appropriate.
Approval & Production
Your piece moves into workshop creation.
Reveal & Enjoyment
A meaningful new piece ready to wear and treasure.
Need help?
Considering Jewellery Remodelling?
Often, yes. Suitability depends on condition, size, shape and design direction.
Sometimes. We assess practicality, metal suitability and project requirements.
Not at all. Many projects begin with conversation and exploration.
Absolutely. We frequently help customers preserve meaning while creating something wearable and personal.
Often, yes. This is a popular remodelling pathway.
Yes. Depending on your project, we'll discuss concepts, sketches or CAD designs before production begins, ensuring you're confident in the design before your jewellery is handcrafted.
Your jewellery already holds the memories.
Together, let's create something you'll love wearing for years to come.