Discover bespoke Peranakan jewelry re-imagined for the modern era. Hidden behind the doors of our heritage mansion lies a century of craftsmanship.
Founded in 1924 by the Lim matriarchs in the bustling port of George Town, Straits & Stone began as a private commission house for the local Peranakan elite.
For decades, we have guarded the secrets of "Intan" diamond cutting—a technique where rose-cut diamonds are set in closed-back gold settings to maximize their soft, candle-lit glow.
Today, we honor this lineage by blending traditional motifs—the Phoenix, the Peony, the Qilin—with contemporary structural designs. We are not just jewelers; we are historians of a golden age.
Reviving the lost art of 'Intan' diamond cutting, set against imperial jade. A balance of hardness and grace.
Deep Ceylon sapphires inspired by the maritime history of the Malacca Strait. Blue as the deepest ocean.
22K gold spun into lace-like patterns, a technique passed down for seven generations. Delicate yet eternal.
In our atelier on Armenian Street, time moves differently. We do not mass produce; we construct legacies. Our master goldsmiths utilize tools that have been in the family since the 1920s, ensuring that the distinctive 'Straits' patina is preserved in every link and setting.
From the beveling of the glass display cases to the final polish of a rose-cut diamond, every interaction is a quiet homage to the opulent history of Penang's Baba Nyonya culture.
An intimate consultation in our private suite. We discuss your narrative, select rare gemstones from our vault, and define the soul of the piece.
Our master artisans create detailed hand-sketches and 3D wax models. You witness the form taking shape before a single drop of gold is cast.
The piece is realized in 22K gold or platinum. Stones are set by hand. The final polish is applied, ready for the unveiling.
Private Collection
"There is a weight to their gold that speaks of history, and a light in their diamonds that speaks of the future. An absolute treasure."
— Lady Eleanor Smythe, LondonWe invite you to our private suite on Beach Street for a personal viewing of the collection. White glove service, by appointment only.
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