A Bit About Renovating Diamond Jewelry

Tell a story about your family through heirloom diamonds.

Diamonds are one of the most versatile materials we work with, from treasured heirloom engagement rings to plastic baggies of tiny diamonds that were tucked in the back of the drawer, we're experts at creating beautiful new pieces from your stones. In a typical retail jewelry environment, calibrated diamonds are used, which means that all of the diamonds are the same size. In our studio, we're well versed at working with diamonds of all different sizes and accommodating a mix of unique cuts.

Round Diamonds

Chelsea's Necklace
Ombré Halo for Rachel
A Signet for Bryce

Petite Diamonds

Dana's Hoops
Brenna's Wave Bracelet
Madeleine's Dangle Earrings

Fancy Shape Diamonds

Emerald Cut Band for Cindy
Peyton's Pear Shaped Diamond
Valentina's Engagement Ring Redo

Larger Diamonds

Alicia's Old Mine Cut
Rebecca's Round Diamond
Peggy's Round Diamond

Diamond Jewelry Renovation FAQs

How do I get started?

We typically begin with a phone consultation to talk about your jewelry and your style. We'll review photos of your jewelry and brainstorm about what new pieces we could create from your materials for you to enjoy everyday. There is no cost for the consultation. After your consultation, we'll send you a proposal with complete designs, descriptions, and pricing for what we would recommend!

Can I schedule an in-person consultation at your NYC studio?

We like to start with a preliminary consultation phone call to understand what you're looking for and make sure we're the right fit for the project. We've found our phone appointments to be a very focused and effective format.

Once we have a bit of clarity and direction, you're welcome to visit in-person at our Flatiron NYC studio for any followup questions, and to drop off your materials with us. We're always happy to arrange that!

What if my diamond is still in another piece of jewelry?

No problem. We are happy to carefully unset your diamond for you. Please let us know if you would like the original setting returned, or used as credit towards your invoice.

What if my diamond isn't round?

We can absolutely make a custom setting for your non-round diamond. Please just let us know and we can adjust the pricing accordingly for your alternate diamond shape.

What is fine jewelry?

We use fine materials and time honored fine jewelry techniques to create lasting jewelry. We work in gold and platinum, bringing our highest quality of craftsmanship to each project, whether we’re working with your finest diamonds or your baby teeth. We treat all of our projects with the same respect and care.

How do I know if my diamond is real?

If you're uncertain if your stone is a natural diamond or an imitation, we are happy to test it upon arrival for you. A few signs that your diamond more likely to be genuine: The stone looks sparkly, lively, beautiful, and carefully set in its current setting. If you look at it carefully or under magnification you can see some imperfections inside. A few signs that it may be an imitation diamond: The stone is not sparkly, lively or reflecting light. The setting is imprecise and the metal doesn't really seem to be holding in the stone. If you look closely at the stone or under magnification, you do not see any imperfections. If you'd like to test your diamond, you could consider purchasing a Gem Oro diamond tester (they run about $120+ from jewelry supply stores), asking a trusted jeweler or gemologist, independent appraiser, or simply waiting for us to assess it upon receipt!

Can you source a diamond for me?

Yes! We love sourcing diamonds and gemstones. We are especially fond of sourcing unique post-consumer, vintage, and antique diamonds. We frequently source center stones, side stones, and accent stones for our work.

Custom Jewelry Renovation Consultation

Book in to start a conversation with us about your unique jewelry renovation! We'd love to chat with you about your pieces, your style, and how we can work together to create something new that you will enjoy wearing.

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