Mauritius · by Bernd Wilhelm
Goldsmith Experience
Explore the world of handcrafted jewellery
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All of our Jewellery is handmade in our workshop in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Discover the fascinating world behind traditional jewellery making and gain exclusive insight into the craftsmanship, patience and precision required to create fine handcrafted jewellery. The atelier offers a rare opportunity to witness authentic artisan techniques in a real working jewellery workshop in Mauritius.
Step inside our old machine park and discover the tools that shaped generations of fine jewellery craftsmanship
Our Craftsmanship
We remain committed to traditional handcrafted jewellery making and deliberately preserve authentic goldsmith techniques. Instead of relying on modern mass production methods such as 3D printing or casting machines, each piece is carefully crafted by hand.
Our Atelier still works with traditional equipment, including historic rolling mills and drawing benches that are more than 60 years old. These machines continue to play an essential role in our daily work and reflect our dedication to preserving the true craftsmanship of classic jewellery making.
By combining traditional techniques with decades of expertise, we create exclusive handcrafted jewellery that reflects authenticity, quality and timeless elegance.
1-Hour Private Experience
1. Welcome & Introduction — 5 min
Meet the goldsmith and discover the story of our workshop and traditional craftsmanship.
2. Melting & Shaping Gold — 15 min
Discover how 18 kt gold is melted, formed and transformed into wire using traditional tools.
3. Traditional Goldsmithing — 10 min
See how the gold is shaped and prepared using the rolling mill, drawing bench and hand tools.
4. Soldering & Assembly — 10 min
Discover how individual elements are carefully joined together by hand to create a complete piece.
5. Stone Setting — 10 min
See how precious stones are precisely set by hand using traditional setting techniques.
6. Polishing & Finishing — 5 min
Watch the final polishing and finishing that bring the jewellery to life.
7. Questions & Personal Exchange — 5 min
A final opportunity to ask questions and discover more about the craft.
Total: 60 minutes
Price: 15 € per person
Children under 12: Free of charge
Payment: To be paid on site.
Here are some of our traditional Goldsmithing techniques….
Drawing Wire
Drawing gold wire is a traditional goldsmith technique where gold is carefully pulled through a series of smaller openings. This precise process requires patience and skills to create perfectly shaped wire used for fine handcrafted jewellery.
Melting 18 carat Gold
Pouring liquid gold into a steel mold is a fascinating first step in the jewellery making process. Once solidified, the gold is carefully rolled, drawn and shaped by hand to create a unique piece of jewellery.
Soldering
Soldering links together is a delicate process where each individual link is carefully joined to create a complete chain. Precision and craftsmanship are essential to ensure both strength and a seamless finish.
