Gold in Australia

Gold was first discovered in 1851 in New South Wales

The first major gold discovery in Australia is considered to be in Ophir in New South Wales in 1851 by Edward Hargraves.

This discovery was quickly followed by finds at Ballarat and Bendigo Creek in Victoria.

(Source - National Museum of Australia)

Gold was first discovered in 1851 in New South Wales

Gold in Australia

Australia is the world's 3rd largest gold producer

With production of around 290 tonnes in 2024/25, Australia sits behind only China and Russia in global gold production.

With that number expected to increase next year to around 370 tonnes, gold continues to be one of Australia's most valuable commodities.

(Source - Minerals Council of Australia)

Australia is the world's 3rd largest gold producer

Gold Jewellery

Gold in Vanessa Australia jewellery

With such a strong association to Australian history and culture, gold has been an important part of the Vanessa Australia range for decades.

We use it across our different ranges for settings, gold leaf and more.

  • Grade: contains 24 karat gold
  • Origin: Australian Gold
  • Quality Waterproof + Sweat Proof

Gold in Vanessa Australia jewellery

Care instructions

How to look after gold jewellery from Vanessa Australia

1/6 Wear over time

Jewellery does wear over time

Due to the nature of the metals, tarnishing may occur over time. This is dependent on a number of factors such as the acidity of your skin and the way the jewellery has been cared for.

2/6 Cleaning Cloths

Cleaning cloths are recommended for our jewellery

Cleaning cloths are recommended for our jewellery, please take note of what the cleaning cloth you are buying is recommended for as different cloths are used for different kinds of metals.

3/6 Chemicals

Avoid chemicals

Avoid your jewellery coming into any contact with chemicals, including but not limited to cosmetics, perfume, lotions and salt water.

4/6 Wear Advice

Remove prior to excercise, swimming, sleeping and bathing

Remove jewellery prior to any exercising, swimming, sleeping and bathing. Wipe down the pieces and store appropriately in between wears. 

5/6 Transport

Store securely when transporting

Keep items properly protected when transporting and avoid storing items loose or compacted in luggage.

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Love & Care

With a little love and care your beautiful item should give you years of wear.

Gold FAQ's

  • Is it real gold?

    We use 99.9% pure gold leaf in every piece.

    Settings are made with stainless steel and are 22 karat gold plated.

    The chains are all stainless steel and PVD plated.

  • What is gold leaf?

    Golf leaf is gold that has been hammered into thin sheets.

  • How does the gold jewellery come packaged?

    Each piece of Australian Gold comes packaged in Australian Gold gift box.

  • Do you offer a warranty?

    We offer a 12 month warranty on all products. 

Gold FAQ's

Gold Jewellery

Gold Crystal Heart Pendant

'Crystal Heart' pendant containing 99.9 pure gold leaf under glass with stunning Swarovski crystal surround. 

This beautiful pendant contains pure 24 karat gold leaf, encompassed in a quality Swarovski crystal studded 22 karat gold plated setting and chain.

Supplied in attractive 'Australian Gold' gift jewellery box.

All Australian Gold jewellery pieces are guaranteed against manufacturing faults or defects.

 

$139.95
Gold Crystal Heart Pendant

Gold Jewellery

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