-- For Adelaide jeweller Joel Nicholls, expanding the offerings at Nicholls Fine Jewellery is about more than growing a business - it’s about strengthening the presence of genuine craftsmanship and personalised service in North Adelaide. As the family-owned workshop enhances its capabilities, the community now has greater access to a wide range of jewellery services completed locally and entirely on-site.
Nicholls Fine Jewellery now provides a comprehensive suite of services, including custom jewellery design, handmade engagement rings, wedding bands, jewellery repairs, restorations, remodelling, and the buying of gold, diamonds, gemstones, and estate jewellery. With a fully equipped on-site workshop, every stage of creation and care happens under one roof, giving customers confidence and direct access to the jeweller responsible for their piece.
Increasingly, Adelaide customers are seeking personalised, well-crafted jewellery made by independent makers rather than mass-produced alternatives. For many, the ability to work one-on-one with a local manufacturing jeweller, rather than through multiple intermediaries, has become a defining factor in choosing a trusted professional. Nicholls Fine Jewellery’s hands-on approach, combined with modern design tools and traditional techniques, positions the North Adelaide workshop as a valuable part of the local retail landscape.
Joel’s decision to bring this workshop to North Adelaide comes after more than 20 years working within the jewellery industry, including nearly two decades spent in Sydney refining his skills and expanding his industry knowledge.
“After nearly two decades in Sydney, returning home to Adelaide was always part of the plan for our family,” Joel said. “North Adelaide is where I began my journey as a jeweller, and it means a great deal to bring world-class craftsmanship back to the community that shaped me.”
During his time interstate, Joel worked alongside some of Australia’s most respected master jewellers. His portfolio includes creating high-value, technically demanding pieces that deepened his understanding of both luxury and commercial jewellery. This experience, combined with his South Australian roots, now forms the foundation of Nicholls Fine Jewellery’s service offering.
One of the key advantages of the business is its on-site workshop, where all custom work, repairs, and remodelling are carried out. The workshop plays a central role in shaping the customer experience by enabling open communication, transparency, and a deeper sense of trust.
“Having a workshop on-site means customers can speak directly to the jeweller working on their piece,” Joel said. “It creates a level of trust and connection that people appreciate, especially when it comes to meaningful items like engagement rings or family heirlooms.”
Custom engagement rings remain a significant part of the business. Customers can choose stones, explore design options, and collaborate with Joel from concept to completion. The result is a piece that reflects both craftsmanship and personal meaning - something increasingly important to couples seeking long-lasting, locally made rings.
Beyond engagement rings, the workshop also produces handmade wedding bands, ranging from classic designs to more contemporary, personalised pieces. By crafting each ring in-house, the business ensures durability, comfort, and attention to detail.
Jewellery repairs and restorations are another growing area of demand. Many Adelaide residents value having their pieces cared for onsite rather than sent away. From chain repairs and resizing to claw work, stone replacement, and complete restorations, the workshop offers solutions designed to preserve both the beauty and emotional significance of customers’ jewellery.
The business also specialises in jewellery remodelling, giving older or inherited pieces a modern look while retaining their sentimental value. Joel says remodelling projects often come with powerful stories and personal meaning.
“Estate jewellery holds so much character and soul,” Joel said. “We love helping people discover the value in older pieces or giving them a second life. It’s a sustainable and meaningful part of what we do.”
This sustainability aspect extends to Nicholls Fine Jewellery’s gold and diamond buying service, where customers can bring unwanted or unused items, such as broken chains, mismatched earrings, or old engagement rings, for assessment. With a fair and transparent process based on current market values, customers can choose to sell items outright or apply the value toward a new custom piece.
With its expanded services and growing customer base, Nicholls Fine Jewellery adds significant value to North Adelaide’s network of independent, locally owned retailers. The area continues to evolve into a hub for specialty boutiques and family-run businesses - an environment that aligns perfectly with the workshop’s values of craftsmanship, authenticity, and personal connection.
“North Adelaide has always had its own identity,” Joel said. “There’s a strong sense of community here, and we’re excited to be part of that - not just as a business, but as a family.”
As the workshop continues to grow, Joel remains committed to maintaining the quality, transparency, and customer-focused approach that define the brand. Whether creating a custom ring, restoring a family heirloom, remodelling an estate piece, or offering guidance on selling jewellery, Nicholls Fine Jewellery aims to make every interaction thoughtful and reassuring.
Adelaide locals are invited to visit the North Adelaide showroom to explore custom design options, have sentimental pieces assessed, or learn more about the workshop’s expanded service offering. With a strong emphasis on personalised service and a genuine connection to the community, Nicholls Fine Jewellery is well-positioned to continue serving as a trusted local jeweller for years to come.
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Name: Joel Nicholls
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Organization: Nicholls Fine Jewellery
Address: 59 Jerningham Street, North Adelaide, South Australia 5006, Australia
Phone: +61-401-770-772
Website: https://www.nichollsfinejewellery.com
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