Our exclusive designs are locally inspired and locally made, featuring Australian gemstones and sustainably sourced metals. Everything is carefully handcrafted, from design sketch to final stone setting, in our studio workshop right here in Hervey Bay, Queensland. Owned by Nick and Allison Thorp, World Treasure Designs is the latest venture of the Thorp family, who have owned and operated jewellery stores in Australia since 1948. In 2012, after more than two decades in the jewellery industry, Nick decided to launch an independent jewellery boutique that better aligned with his values. Values that included a focus on quality-made products, a commitment to social and environmental responsibility and a strong business culture. And so, World Treasure Designs was born. Having grown up in the ocean diving for abalone and crayfish in the cold waters of Tasmana before moving to Hervey Bay, Nick, now an avid scuba diver and part-time whale watching boat skipper, has been obsessed with the ocean for as long as he can remember. Combining this passion with his skills as a jeweller, Nick launched the Ocean Collection in an effort to raise awareness and cultivate a greater love for threatened marine species. Inspired by the wildlife he found in his own backyard on the beautiful Fraser Coast, Nick’s designs are creative and exquisitely detailed - a reflection of countless hours spent studying these creatures from above, and below, the surface. In particular, the humpback whale designs were inspired by Nala, Hervey Bay’s very own and much loved iconic humpback whale. Recognizable by her tail, or fluke, Nala has been sighted in Hervey Bay for over 20 years now and her life journey is celebrated throughout the jewellery collection. In an effort to help protect our precious oceans for future generations, at least 1% of every sale from the collection is donated towards ocean conservation. From locally inspired to locally made, all of our jewellery is still handcrafted right here in Hervey Bay, Australia. With the completion of our new state-of-the-art jewellery workshop in 2018, we now have five trade-qualified jewellers, designers and specialty setters on premises. In addition to our exclusive jewellery collections, we specialise in a range of jewellery services - from jewellery repairs, remodeling and engraving, to custom bespoke designs. An award-winning jeweller, Nick and his team of jewellers are known for designing and creating unique and innovative designs. Pair that with a belief in the kind of old-fashioned customer service you can expect from a family-run business. Knowing that jewellery can hold a significant amount of sentimental value to the wearer, we also believe that no job is too small. From resizing a ring, to a simple chain repair, we treat every piece we work on as if it were our own. As an independent business away from the world of shopping centres, we can offer prices that are more affordable than you might think. Feel free to drop in for a free, no-obligation consultation. RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS. As ocean and nature lovers first and foremost, we strive to run our business as a reflection of our values and those of our customers. This means making 100% of our jewellery here in Australia rather than overseas, utilizing responsible and sustainable materials, and giving back to protect the earth we love. As an environmentally conscious business, we use recycled precious metals (all of our silver is 100% recycled!), eco-friendly packaging, and run our jewellery workshop on solar power. As a member of 1% For the Planet, we donate a portion of every sale towards environmental causes, meaning every purchase helps to protect and preserve our beautiful planet for future generations. FOREVER GUARANTEED. Our jewellery has been crafted to the highest standard of quality and every purchase comes with our Forever Guarantee. We will repair or replace your purchase, unconditionally and without charge, if the defect is due to workmanship or materials. Damage due to normal wear and tear can be repaired for a reasonable charge. And because we stand by our product, you can return your purchase within 30 days of receiving it, for any reason at all, for a full refund.
