Engelbert: Hand-crafted jewellery made for a lifetime

A true family affair, Swedish jewellery business Engelbert is sustained by four generations and is one of the most prominent jewellery houses in Scandinavia. The brand epitomises tradition, craftsmanship and quality, treating its customers to timeless pieces that are made with care, showcasing effortless elegance and world-class design.

Engelbert is an expert maker of fine jewellery, using only 18k gold and natural diamonds of the highest standard. The latter means sourcing diamonds from professional traders in line with the Kimberly Process, the global certification system that exists to protect and regulate the diamond trade. ‘’Natural diamonds are rare and need to be handled with care and respect before they can be turned into wearable jewellery to be loved for generations,” explains CEO Johanna Pietsch.

Engelbert recently became a proud purveyor to the Royal Court of Sweden.

A trip down memory lane

To understand the story of Engelbert, we must travel all the way back to 1878 when Heribert Engelbert was born. With an early interest in the goldsmith trade, he established his own jewellery company, AB Heribert Engelbert, in 1920. In the decades to follow, the Engelbert business grew steadily under the watchful eyes of the founding family. Its jewellery gained recognition not only for the skilled handicraft, but also for the way it introduced and utilised the Scandinavian design language.

Fast-forward to the 1970s when Engelbert started making wedding and engagement jewellery using diamonds and other gemstones. “This made us quite the pioneers in Sweden as wedding bands were traditionally limited to plain gold,” tells Pietsch. In the following years, the company concentrated on exclusive wedding and engagement rings, as well as jewels with a distinct Swedish design. These efforts turned out to be a big success, and the company soon gained a unique market position in Sweden, setting the grounds for what the brand represents today.

Love and legacy

Indeed, Engelbert still offers a dedicated engagement and wedding ring service for those planning to say “I do.” All of these rings are made in the brand’s own Stockholm workshop in line with Engelbert’s outstanding standards. However, Engelbert offers much more in terms of fine jewellery. For one, the iconic and bestselling Legacy Knot selection of rings, bangles and necklaces, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary last year. These pieces are recognised for their distinctive twisted silhouette which represents love and continuity. And with plenty more striking collections to choose from, such as the innovative Loop collection, there is something for every occasion, whether as a gift for a loved one or a keepsake for yourself.

The Engelbert DNA

Engelbert’s distinct design exists largely thanks to designer Thomas Carlsson. Appointed in 1985, Carlsson has over 30 years of experience creating magic for Engelbert and is known for his one-of-a-kind and organic designs. He works with a design team to bring ideas from initial inspiration to the finished product, which can be a slow and challenging process, to say the least.

“Fine jewellery simply can’t be rushed,” stresses Pietsch. “The Engelbert DNA is for our pieces to be recognisable through organic shapes and a somewhat bold minimalism.” Something which is mirrored in the new Aurea collection of bracelets, rings and earrings. These pieces are inspired by the Möbius twist – a phenomenon known as an artist’s reverie and a mathematician’s feat. Defined by lines that appear infinite, the collection is a seamless addition to Engelbert’s roster of widely adored jewellery. In fact, Engelbert recently became a proud purveyor to the Royal Court of Sweden – a mark of excellence which can’t be ignored.

The stunning new Aurea collection launched last autumn.

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You will find Engelbert jewellery in the Stockholm flagship store, at Harrods in London, and at the reputable Bergdorf Goodman in New York. See all retailers online.