Peter Minturn (c1937-2022) was a renowned New Zealand jeweller known for his exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. He was born in England and migrated to New Zealand in 1961 after being accepted for an employment by local jewellers G & G Heinrich. Four years later he set up his own business and was instrumental in establishing. established the Jewellery Manufacturers Federation. With over 50 years in the trade he had a significant impact on the jewellery industry in New Zealand and gained recognition both locally and internationally.  

Minturn's work often featured materials such as New Zealand jade (also known as pounamu or greenstone), native wood, and precious metals like gold and silver. He was celebrated for his ability to blend traditional Maori and Pacific Island design motifs with contemporary aesthetics.

During his career he has organised exhibitions and conferences, worked with the national apprentice training competitions, taught more...

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A Peter Minturn 22ct gold Bufon ring, the domed top consisting…

A Peter Minturn 22ct gold Bufon ring, the domed top consisting of clusters of stamens, possibly representative of a pohutakawa flower. Stamped 22ct and PM. Bought by our vendor new in 1976 and with original receipts.

New Zealand Peter Minturn sterling silver and onyx ring, with…

New Zealand Peter Minturn sterling silver and onyx ring, with original label box, ring size Q 1/2

New Zealand C1970 Peter Minturn 9ct single opal sea anemone…

New Zealand C1970 Peter Minturn 9ct single opal sea anemone ring, oval opal set in triple tier of anemone stems on wide shoulders, ring size P

Peter Minturn 9ct gold, diamond and opal ring, a 1.50ct…

Peter Minturn 9ct gold, diamond and opal ring, a 1.50ct rectangular cabochon opal in a rub over setting to the centre of a wide triple split band, each set with a modern round brilliant cut diamond, stamped 9ct and PM, TDW 0.45ct. In original Minturn box.

Peter Minturn 9ct yellow gold and pounamu vintage ring, of eye…

Peter Minturn 9ct yellow gold and pounamu vintage ring, of eye form with elliptical frame to the pounamu cabochon panel. Maker's mark to shank. Provenance: From the Jill Mandeno estate.

A Peter Minturn design 18ct gold sapphire and diamond cluster…

18ct Gold Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring by Peter Minturn

A Peter Minturn design 18ct gold sapphire and diamond cluster ring, handmade, with 1.10cts central oval mixed cut sapphire of 'medium blue to light blue' colour claw set and framed by 12 modern brilliant cut diamonds of TDW. 1.20cts. Stamped with gold and…

A Peter Minturn 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond hinged ring, of…

Etruscan Style Sapphire and Diamond Hinged Ring

A Peter Minturn 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond hinged ring, of Etruscan style, the centre of the wide tapering band set with a square cut sapphire, three round cut diamonds and two round cut sapphires set to either side in rub over mounts in white gold,…

A stylish mid-century silver and pounamu brooch, rounded…

Mid-century Silver and Pounamu Brooch by Peter Minturn

A stylish mid-century silver and pounamu brooch, rounded triangular form with two section angular tapered frame. A partial maker's mark probably for Peter Minturn.

A modern wide sapphire and diamond ring, Peter Minturn.…

Wide Sapphire and Diamond Ring by Peter Minturn

A modern wide sapphire and diamond ring, Peter Minturn. Featuring three bezel set oval mixed cut sapphires of reported total weight 1.10 carats, accented with twenty-two bezel set small round brilliant cut diamonds of reported total weight 0.34 carats.…

A retro 9ct gold Peter Minturn cocktail ring, a facet cut smoky…

Peter Minturn Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring

A retro 9ct gold Peter Minturn cocktail ring, a facet cut smoky quartz set in wide claws that form the centre of 'blooming' wide bands, the base of these bands in a bark finish, marked 9ct and PM to the inside shank.

A stylish vintage Peter Minturn gold and pounamu brooch, the…

Vintage Gold and Pounamu Brooch

A stylish vintage Peter Minturn gold and pounamu brooch, the 9ct scrolling frame supporting the elongated cabochon nephrite panel. Stamped markers mark to reverse. Length 5.2 cm.

Peter Minturn (New Zealand) original design sterling silver and…

Green Stone Sterling Silver Panel Brooch

Peter Minturn (New Zealand) original design sterling silver and green stone panel brooch, panel with rub-over modern pierced design frame

A sea anemone ring, Peter Minturn, circa 1970. One claw set…

Citrine Sea Anemone Ring by Peter Minturn

A sea anemone ring, Peter Minturn, circa 1970. One claw set oval mixed cut citrine of reported weight 4.50 carats. 9ct gold. Weight 11.90 grams. Ring size P. Overall size 25 x 1.9 cm.

A heavy modern ring with textured bark design, Peter Minturn.…

18ct Gold Bark Texture Ring by Peter Minturn

A heavy modern ring with textured bark design, Peter Minturn. 18ct gold. Weight 14.30 grams. Ring size V.

Pair 9ct white gold diamond stud earrings, each of four claw…

Peter Minturn's 0.25ct Diamond Stud Earrings in White Gold

Pair 9ct white gold diamond stud earrings, each of four claw set round brilliant cut approx 0.25ct, pierced, by Peter Minturn, Auckland

A pair of Peter Minturn silver cuff links, open figure of eight…

Peter Minturn Silver Figure of Eight Cuff Links

A pair of Peter Minturn silver cuff links, open figure of eight form top, stamped STG SIL and Peter Minturn's mark

A large and impressive 9ct. rose gold and pounamu gent's ring,…

9ct Rose Gold and Pounamu Gent's Ring by Peter Minturn

A large and impressive 9ct. rose gold and pounamu gent's ring, the gold mount in a 'seaweed' design and holding a large irregular facet cut polished pounamu piece, the ring designed and made by Peter Minturn with the pounamu cut by Norman Noakes, shank…

An 18ct. gold retro Peter Minturn cocktail ring, the double…

18ct. Gold Retro Cocktail Ring with Faux Emerald Crystals

An 18ct. gold retro Peter Minturn cocktail ring, the double wire shank with 13 yellow and white gold rods framing a cluster of dark green faux emerald crystals, four of the white gold rods each tipped with a small round brilliant cut diamond.

A retro Peter Minturn 9ct. gold and citrine dress ring, an oval…

Retro Citrine Gold Ring by Peter Minturn

A retro Peter Minturn 9ct. gold and citrine dress ring, an oval mixed cut gold citrine claw set and set in a domed mount with 'hedgehog' spiked decoration, decorated shoulders, stamped 9ct. and PM