Step 1 - Initial Meeting

Custom Jewelry Intake Meeting

We begin the custom jewelry design process by listening to our clients, who range from having a clear vision for their custom jewelry to those looking for inspiration and direction.

Let our experienced designers and goldsmiths help you create that one-of-a-kind piece for someone special.

Step 2 - Wax Model »

Jewelry Wax Model

Step 2 - Wax Model

With approved sketches in hand, our master craftsmen begin the delicate process of carving a wax prototype to scale. Our wax prototypes provide a reliable visual representation of what will be the actual shape of the finished piece.

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Step 3 - Casting »

Casting the Jewelry

Step 3 - Casting

We turn perfected wax models into the cast we'll use to forge your jewelry.

This is a very delicate step because creating the cast destroys the wax model. The jeweler must start over if there is any error in this process.

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Step 4 - Rough Jewelry »

Rough Jewelry

Step 4 - Rough Jewelry

After the cast has cooled, the custom jewelry is a rough form of the final piece. Our craftsmen take this time to file off jagged edges and prepare the piece to receive its precious stones.

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Step 5 - Setting Stones »

Setting the Stones in the Rough Jewelry

Step 5 - Setting the Stones

The custom piece is now complete, it's ready to receive its prized gems. Each precious stone is set by hand. Depending on the number of stones this may be the shortest or longest step in the custom jewelry design process.

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Step 6 - Polishing »

Polishing the Final Piece of Jewelry

Step 6 - Polishing

Our craftsmen place the finishing touches on the piece as the last step in the custom jewelry design process.

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