Restoration work for antique jewelry

Buying exceptional jewelry at the right price is difficult for most, as buying jewelry can be expensive and time-consuming. The decision to purchase should not be taken lightly, as many diamond engagement rings in Durham, NC, can be family heirlooms that have been passed down through generations.

Vintage and antique

Vintage and antique rings need to maintained and oftentimes, require restoration work if it has not been used for many years. The main difference between vintage and antique jewelry is the age. Antique rings are considered such if they are more than 100 years, and vintage is anything less than that. 

Restoration

Restoration work is carried out by trained and skilled craftsmen, who have studied the subject to be able to do justice to the original design and craftsmanship for each piece of jewelry that they handle. Many brides order Custom engagement rings Durham, NC, for the purpose of leaving a legacy behind, turning them into beautiful heirloom pieces that are treasured by all.

Restoration work includes a wide variety of work that may be done on rings such as cleaning, polishing, replacing lost stones, re-cutting chipped diamonds and gemstones, repairing broken and worn prongs, thickening bezel walls, fixing bent shanks, replacing worn or broken shanks, engraving, applying filigree or millegrain work, including restoration from incorrectly “repaired” and badly conducted solder seams.

Reputed jewelers conducting restoration work will ensure that Engagement rings Durham, NC, can be used for another 100 years with proper maintenance and care.  Choosing out-of-the-box designs with exceptional quality stones and craftsmanship is the key to the longevity of the jewelry.