Tell Your Unique Story with
Handmade Custom Jewelry
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Jewelry That's as Unique as You
Jewelry holds special meaning. It's more than the sparkles and shine. It's about the loved ones we associate with it. It's about the special events commemorated, the milestones and accomplishments.
Jewelry that's mass produced can't tell your personal story the way that individually designed and crafted jewelry can.
We design and create your jewelry one piece at a time, with care and attention to detail and quality.
We regularly design custom jewelry for clients from Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, across the Triangle and the USA.
Photo: Longtime client, Stacy picking up her new custom sapphire and diamond Kissing ring.
Reserve your free design consultationmakeover or from the ground up
Have your own gems or gold? Don't have either?
From the ground up: If you don't have gems or gold, no problem. We will create your custom project with responsibly sourced gems and recycled precious metals. More on custom jewelry from scratch below.
Makeover: If you do have your own diamonds or gemstones you'd like to use, we can reset and repurpose them into your new design. More on jewelry makeovers below.
Sketch/Finished
Custom Design
Express your unique story with jewelry thoughtfully created just for you! The experience is fun, meaningful and easy!
- Tell us your ideas and your story and we'll sketch some designs.
- When there's one that speaks to you, we'll either get started or show you a wax model depending on the design.
- In just a few weeks our in-house team of goldsmiths will complete your new jewelry
- Enjoy your personalized jewelry!
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Finished
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Jewelry Makeovers
The process for a makeover is just like any other custom jewelry project except you're resetting your diamonds or gemstones and/or repurposing your own gold.
Turn your old gold jewelry into any karat or color of gold! With "same molecule" refining, you get back the same 24K gold that was in your sentimental jewelry.
We never charge a "corking fee" for resetting your diamonds and gemstones!
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Each piece individually
Handcrafted On Site
Your custom jewelry is made by hand right here in our shop in Durham, NC. You can see our workshops from our showroom and watch our talented team at work creating beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Video below: Goldsmith, Patrick King creates a custom sapphire and diamond bracelet from a sketch that's true to the client's vision.
I went to Jewelsmith to have the diamond from my mother's engagement ring made into a pendant necklace. They made me feel like royalty from the moment I walked in the door. I felt like part of the design team as my piece was being made from scratch! There were no surprises. They helped me understand how to ask for my heart's desire, and the final product is amazing. Fantastic customer service, no upselling. I love the fact that Jewelsmith supports community arts organizations as well. Brava!
I LOVE Jewelsmith!!! I got to get the ring of my dreams created by Tiffany and crafted by Phil!!!! The whole designing process with Tiffany was so fun and collaborative! She truly read my mind and created my perfect ring! I felt like she was just as invested in this project as I was! She's a rockstar!! And Phil's craftsmanship is second to none!! I have 3 of his rings and are so proud to wear each one!! Thank you Jewelsmith!!
I just picked up my beautiful ring custom designed and made at Jewelsmith. The process from design to delivery was professional and of the highest quality. I give them my highest recommendation.
Questions?
Custom Jewelry FAQ
Do you have a minimum price for custom designs?
No. Our prices are based on materials + labor. Our designers will work with you to create your personalized design that balances those factors to meet your desired budget.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. Once a design and estimate are agreed upon, a 50% deposit is required to start work on your custom project.
Will I be able to use my own diamonds and/or gemstones?
Most likely, yes! We love adding sentimental value to your custom piece. Our gemology team will carefully inspect your gems to ensure they can be reset safely.
Do you charge a "corking fee" to reset my gems?
No. We never charge a corking fee. We encourage our clients to reset and repurpose their own diamonds and gemstones. We love the added sentimental value and the history and stories they bring to a new design.
Will I be able to use my gold or platinum for credit or directly in my custom design?
You can always use your heirloom gold or platinum for recycle credit toward your design. We encourage recycling precious metals and never impose any limits on how much of the price can be covered by your recycle value.
Sometimes we can use your platinum or gold directly if the result will be structurally sound.
We also offer a service called "Same Molecule" refining. This service removes the pure gold from your old jewelry and returns that same gold back to you as 24K grain. That can then be used to create any color and/or karat of gold you want! For example, you can turn 14K white gold into 18K yellow gold or any other combination!
Find out more about how you can recycle and reuse your precious metals.
How long does it take to make my custom jewelry?
On average, it takes about 6-8 weeks to complete a custom jewelry project. Sometimes it may take more or less time. Factors that influence turnaround times include gemstone or diamond recutting or sourcing unusual gems as well as other circumstances.
Your designer will give you a timeframe based on your specific project, keeping any special events in mind.
See our full turnaround times for all our services.
Blog posts
Learn more about a variety of jewelry related topics!
How to Repurpose an Old Wedding Band Without Melting It Down
What can you do with an old wedding band besides melt it down? See how we've turned bands into pendants, earrings, and redesigned rings, keeping the original metal and stones intact.
What Does Karat Mean? Gold Purity Guide
Understanding karats and alloys will help you make the best choice for your next jewelry purchase. Let's demystify all those confusing terms and markings plus mention the benefits and drawbacks of ...
Does Chlorine or Bleach Damage Gold Jewelry?
Many people are unaware of the effects of bleach and chlorine on gold jewelry. Exposure to cleaning products containing bleach (chlorine is the active ingredient in most household bleach) and even ...
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