Golden Mean Calipers

Introducing the JBJ Golden Mean Calipers: A Limited Edition Range

I’m so excited to introduce the latest addition to the Jean Burgers Jewellery collection – the Golden Mean calipers! These beautiful, limited-edition tools are now available in two options: solid kwila wood cases or sleek acrylic cases. Whether you’re a professional jewellery maker or a designer in any field, these calipers will elevate your design process.

The Golden Mean, also known as the Golden Ratio, Phi, or The Divine Proportion, has been a cornerstone of art, architecture for many years. It represents a mathematical ratio that appears in everything from the proportions of the human face to the spiral patterns of leaves and flowers. This ratio is one of nature’s secrets for beauty and balance, and it has fascinated artists and mathematicians alike for centuries.

For jewellery designers and makers, the Golden Mean is an invaluable tool when it comes to creating harmonious, visually pleasing compositions. These calipers are designed to help you measure and adjust the distances between components of your design to fit the Golden Mean ratio. Whatever design you are working on, the calipers provide a simple and effective way to check that your proportions align with this universal ratio.

Using the Golden Mean in your designs isn’t just about adhering to a mathematical principle; it’s about bringing a sense of natural beauty into your work. The ratio appears frequently in nature, in the growth patterns of plants, the spiral of seashells, and even in the way our bodies are proportioned. When applied to design, the Golden Mean has the ability to make your pieces feel more organic, balanced, and aesthetically pleasing. 

These calipers are carefully crafted for accuracy and ease of use, making them an essential tool for anyone looking to create designs that feel both timeless and intuitive. Available now in the Tools section of my website, these calipers are a must-have for any designer looking to incorporate the beauty of the Golden Mean into their work.