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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