Jewellery Awards

Meet the Founder

Fourth-generation jeweller Gary Meaden began his jewellery career at the age of 15, training at the renowned Graff Diamonds in Hatton Garden, London. In 2024, he was recognised among the Top 100 Jewellers in the World.

Today, Meaden is an award-winning jewellery house with over 200 years of collective experience in handcrafted fine jewellery. Our team specialises in bespoke engagement rings, wedding bands, custom jewellery, earrings, necklaces, heirloom remodelling, jewellery repairs, and precision engraving.

With over 20 years of crafting exceptional jewellery in Auckland, New Zealand, and more than 50 years of jewellery-making heritage, Meaden is dedicated to creating timeless pieces designed to be treasured for generations.

“I’m extremely happy with my experience with Gary. From the initial consultation to selecting the diamond, the entire process was smooth and stress-free. Gary took the time to incorporate every detail and accommodated all of my requests, even last minute changes, along the way. The engagement ring Gary created is absolutely stunning, with exceptional craftsmanship and quality. My fiancée absolutely loves the outcome and couldn’t stop saying how beautiful it is! I highly recommend Gary for anyone looking for custom jewelry and excellent service!” Gunwoo S
“I was nervous to get my engagement ring resized as it’s of course very sentimental to me, and I wanted to keep the engraving. The team at Meaden Jewellers were great at answering all my questions and reassuring me. The job itself was so seamless, I managed to pick up my ring after just a couple hours of dropping it off that same day! The engraving and band look exactly the same as when I first got it. I’m so grateful for the care taken by the team, and would highly recommend!” Gemma F
“What a fantastic experience! This place worked magic on my precious tennis bracelet. The repair is absolute perfection—you cannot tell it was ever broken. The chain is flawless, and the clasp works perfectly. They were a pleasure to deal with, offered fair pricing, and the service was prompt. I couldn't be happier. Strongly recommend to anyone looking for quality jewelry repair!” Lily Z