Larard and Son, jewellers was established in Melbourne in 1873, by John Larard who had arrived in Melbourne in 1854, and was initially apprenticed to jeweller James Murray of Bourke Street, Melbourne. Following the passing of his father, John Larard Junior and his younger brother assumed control of the business. In 1881, the business was renamed Larard Bros and relocated to 42 Little Collins Street East in Melbourne.

Larard Bros were both wholesale jewellers and importers, as well as manufacturers. They were well-known for their exquisite craftsmanship and specialized in diamond mounting. Their range of gold jewellery was extensive, encompassing a variety of rings, alberts, muff-chains, masonic jewels, and medals. Among the more innovative ventures of Melbourne's manufacturers, Larard Bros designed and produced goldfield brooches specifically for the Western Australian market.

From its inception in 1889, Larard Bros have been members of the Victorian Manufacturing Jewellers Association more...

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Two pearl brooches both are in 9ct yellow gold. One of which is…

9ct Gold Pearl Brooches - Turquoise & Crown Designs

Two pearl brooches both are in 9ct yellow gold. One of which is set with seed pearls and turquoise in a six petal design. Possible late 19th century Australian origin. Stamped "Star 15 Fleece" by Larard and Sons Melbourne. The other is a crown set with…

Larard Bros, 15ct gold 'West Australia' miners brooch, circa…

Larard Bros 15ct Gold Miners Brooch, 1894 West Australia

Larard Bros, 15ct gold 'West Australia' miners brooch, circa 1894 signed Larard Bros, dated 29/3/94, 15ct gold, weight 5.9gm, measuring 4.5 x 3.0 cm.

Art Nouveau 9ct rose gold and glass set pendant marked 9ct Star…

Art Nouveau Rose Gold Pendant with Glass Inlay

Art Nouveau 9ct rose gold and glass set pendant marked 9ct Star (Possibly Larard & Sons Melbourne), weight 1.6 grams

Larard Bros, 15ct gold necklace, Australian, circa 1900,…

Larard Bros Australian Gold Necklace, Circa 1900

Larard Bros, 15ct gold necklace, Australian, circa 1900, comprising trombone and oval links, suspending a t-bar fitting and completed by two swivel clasps, stamped with a five pointed star for Larard Bros, length 370 mm.

'Coolgardie' rare Australian gold miner's brooch, 15ct yellow…

Rare 19th Century Coolgardie Gold Miner's Brooch

'Coolgardie' rare Australian gold miner's brooch, 15ct yellow gold with full Larard Bros. Marks, 19th century, 4.5 cm wide, 4.3 grams

An antique 9ct gold short Albert chain, fancy fetter and 5…

Antique 9ct Gold Albert Chain with Red Stone Pendant

An antique 9ct gold short Albert chain, fancy fetter and 5 links attached with 2 swivels, chain drop suspending a shield shape pendant (33 x 22 mm) set with a red stone, marks for Larard Bros. (some dents), surmounted by a t bar, length 29 cm, wt.18.47g,…

Antique 15ct yellow gold double fob chain with applied 15ct to…

Antique 15ct Double Fob Chain with Hamilton Knot Links

Antique 15ct yellow gold double fob chain with applied 15ct to the chain, English marks to the connector and 15ct to one clip and Larard Melbourne ct is rubbed. With Hamilton knot links. Approx width 3.5 mm, length 74 cm, weight 28.3 grams

An Australian gold bangle by Larard Bros, of hinged design,…

Larard Bros Australian Gold Bangle with Diamond Detail

An Australian gold bangle by Larard Bros, of hinged design, comprising a central rectangular panel with a single old European cut diamond in engraved star detail, flanked by decorative engraved panels and gold ball decoration, in 15ct gold.

An antique diamond locket by Larard Bros, the shield shaped…

Antique Diamond Locket by Larard Bros, Circa 1901

An antique diamond locket by Larard Bros, the shield shaped hinged locket, with glazed interior, having applied gold and diamond detail and inscription to reverse, signed Blashki/Larard Bros, in 15ct gold, circa 1901.

A 15ct yellow gold Coolgardie miners brooch made by Larard Bros,…

Larard Bros Coolgardie Miners Brooch in 15ct Gold

A 15ct yellow gold Coolgardie miners brooch made by Larard Bros, Melbourne, circa 1882-1945 marked with 29 5 94, 15ct, fleece, star and Larard Bros. Weight 7.8 grams. Complete with Caris Bros box.

An Australian antique Albertina by Larard Bros, comprising…

Larard Bros 15ct Gold Albertina with Parrot Clasps

An Australian antique Albertina by Larard Bros, comprising elongated fancy links, with t-bar fitting and parrot clasps, in 15ct gold, hallmarked, total length 350 mm.

A vintage 18ct gold diamond floral cluster ring, centring a…

18ct Gold Diamond Floral Cluster Ring

A vintage 18ct gold diamond floral cluster ring, centring a collet set round brilliant cut diamond to scalloped surround of 7 further brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx. 0.21ct to split shoulders, marks rubbed, possibly Larard Bros. Melbourne, size H…

19th century Australian 15ct gold mining brooch, with detailed…

Antique Australian Gold Mining Brooch by Larard Bros

19th century Australian 15ct gold mining brooch, with detailed hallmarks, by Larard Bros, Melbourne, circa 1895, in the form of a crossed pick and shovel with central gold nugget, marks to back of shovel, total weight 3.16gm

An Australian gold mounted shell cameo brooch by Larard…

Antique Australian Gold Cameo Brooch by Larard Brothers

An Australian gold mounted shell cameo brooch by Larard Brothers, Melbourne, circa 1900, carved with a classical maiden wearing a string of pearls, 15 carat yellow gold

An antique 9ct gold Albert chain, fancy fetter and 3 link…

Larard Bros 9ct Gold Albert Chain with T-Bar Drop

An antique 9ct gold Albert chain, fancy fetter and 3 link design with 2 swivels and t, bar drop. Marks for Larard Bros. Length 38 cm. Wt. 28.7g.

An antique Australian gold and enamel suite, comprising a…

Antique Australian Gold & Enamel Shakespearean Suite

An antique Australian gold and enamel suite, comprising a pendant and earrings, each circular panel finely enamelled with a Shakespearian figure, mounted in 15ct gold, signed Larard Bros

A goldfields brooch, Larard and Son, Melbourne, circa 1895,…

Goldfields Brooch by Larard and Son, Melbourne (1895)

A goldfields brooch, Larard and Son, Melbourne, circa 1895, marked 15ct, registration mark and makers mark, length 4.8 cm.(Refer p.146 Australian Jewellers, Cavill, Cocks & Grace)

An Australian 15ct yellow gold pearl flower spray brooch forty…

Golden Pearl Flower Brooch by Larard & Son

An Australian 15ct yellow gold pearl flower spray brooch forty seven seed pearls, made by Larard & Son, Melbourne. As seen in Australian Jewellers by Cavill, Cocks and Grace, plate no. 168

An Australian 15ct yellow gold fob chain and 9ct yellow gold…

Australian Gold Fob Chain and Sapphire Diamond Locket Set

An Australian 15ct yellow gold fob chain and 9ct yellow gold sapphire, diamond locket a 15ct yellow gold fob chain made by Larard & Son, Melbourne together with a 9ct yellow gold rectangle shaped locket, set with one oval Australian sapphire and for round…

An Australian 9ct yellow gold fancy anchor link fob chain with…

9ct Gold Anchor Link Fob Chain by Larard & Son

An Australian 9ct yellow gold fancy anchor link fob chain with T-bar made by Larard & Son, Melbourne total weight: 31.2grams

An Australian goldfields miners brooch, by Larard Brothers,…

Australian Goldfields Miners Brooch by Larard Brothers, Melbourne

An Australian goldfields miners brooch, by Larard Brothers, Little Collins Street, Melbourne, circa 1895 designed with a crossed pick and shovel and gold nugget, marked 'LARARD BROS', '15 / Golden Fleece / Star' and Manufacturing Jewellers Association of…