Sixth Generation Jewellers

There are few families in New Zealand who can claim to have a business going back almost 200 years, let alone a jewellery dynasty. The Partridge family are the exception.

Our unique story spans two countries and covers six generations. There is a common theme of family unity, the passing of knowledge and values from one generation to the next, and the highest commitment to craft, quality and service.

Diamonds, precious gems, pearls, gold and platinum are our specialities. We design and manufacture much of the jewellery we sell, including a bespoke service for one-off pieces. We import a unique selection of pieces from leading international jewellery houses. This offers our customers jewellery in line with the very latest international trends.

James Timothy Partridge

Grandson of a manufacturing jeweller from Devon, and the first jeweller to carry the Partridge name, James opened the first ‘Partridge’ store in England in 1864. Less than a decade on, he relocated his family and his business to Timaru, New Zealand, where he established a reputation for exquisite workmanship, later moving to open in Manchester Street, Christchurch.

Linnaeus Richard Partridge

All three of James' sons became jewellers but it was the youngest, Linnaeus who excelled and would carry the name forward through generations. In 1898 he headed to Wellington to set up a small workshop in Willis St. Linnaeus' reputation in Wellington was unparalleled and he was commissioned for everything from medals to trophies and Prime Ministerial gifts.

Cecil Linnaeus Partridge

Trained in his father's workshop, and like his father, a talented silversmith with a reputation for quality, Cecil was widely praised for his intricate engraving work as evidenced by a silver salver presented to the young Queen Elizabeth on her Royal Tour of 1954. Cecil later took his son Ray on to be involved in the business.

Raymond Owen Partridge

Brought on by his father Cecil in the 1950’s, by the 1980’s Ray (pictured right) had opened new stores on Lambton Quay and Cuba Street. This firmly established the Partridge reputation for fine jewellery and watches, as well as community support as Ray involved himself in civic and voluntary duties for the city.

Grant Richard Partridge

Determined to further the Partridge reputation for luxury, Grant started in the business at the age of 16. He has opened stores in Queen St and Newmarket, Auckland as well as Queenstown and Christchurch. Under Grant's leadership Partridge is firmly established as New Zealand's leading retailer of luxury watch brands and fine jewellery manufacturer.

Sam William Partridge

Grant’s son Sam first began working in the Wellington store learning the ropes. He has a marketing and international business degree from Victoria University. Sam is passionate about adding to the family heritage of craft, quality and service for jewellery and watches. He has recently relocated to Auckland and has been promoted to Rolex Boutique Store Manager.

Jack Richard Partridge

At just 22 years old, Jack is the youngest Partridge to be involved in the family business. Jack recently graduated with a degree in Commerce, Marketing & Information Systems from Victoria University and applies his commercial nous and passion for the product to his role as Digital Specialist with Partridge’s marketing team.

The Partridge Guarantee

Partridge Jewellers is a registered member of the New Zealand Jewellers and Watchmakers Association.

We are committed to bringing our customers the very best quality and value jewellery. We are also dedicated to providing the finest after sales customer care that we possibly can. This is why, in order to ensure that your purchases are expertly maintained and cared for, we employ a highly skilled team of craftsmen who are always available to meet your individual requirements.

Partridge Jewellers will provide you with: A "Certificate of Authenticity" for each piece of jewellery purchased, A life-time cleaning service, free of charge, and a free inspection to advise of any repair requirements. Watches are covered under an international brand warranty.

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Discover the Partridge story at one of our seven locations across New Zealand.