Category Archives: Diamond Recut

Jan
11
2010

Another Successful Diamond Recut Project by Brian Gavin…

A few months ago we received an e-mail from a longtime customer whose mother had dropped her ring and the diamond was chipped. She asked us if I could take a look at it and see if I could salvage it for her. On receiving it, I did my usual workup on the diamond and [...]
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Dec
14
2009

Brian Gavin Creates Magnificent Custom Bezel Set Asscher and French Cut Diamond Engagement Ring…

In August we were contacted by a customer wanting to purchase an asscher cut diamond and have Brian create her dream engagement ring. We sourced her two beautiful asscher cut diamonds and she made her selection. She then e-mailed us inspiration pictures for the setting and Brian realized that in order to get the effect [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Custom Jewelry, Hand crafted jewelry, Photos, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Nov
29
2009

Loyal Customer’s Recut Teams Up with a Brian Gavin Signature H & A Diamond to Make a Beautiful Pair of Platinum Earrings…

At the beginning of September we heard from a customer who was interested in having a damaged diamond recut. The diamond was her father’s from a previous marriage, it had been slammed in the garage door and 2 edges were damaged. She sent it in and after getting back to her with Brian’s predictions it [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Brian Gavin diamonds, Diamond Reset, Earrings, Photos, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Aug
18
2009

More Exciting Diamond and Colored Stone Jewelry Projects by Brian Gavin…

We have many customers who send in their diamonds and colored stones to be set into beautiful new settings here at BGD. We'll post the "Picture Gallery" of 5 projects first and then the descriptions and testimonials will follow: Project 1: Erica sent in a 1.25ct purple spinel measuring 5 x 7 mm to be set into [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Brian Gavin diamonds, Colored Gemstones, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Earrings, Hand crafted jewelry, Pendants, Photos, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Aug
17
2009

Custom Sapphire and Diamond Jewelry at Brian Gavin Diamonds…

As we become increasingly popular as custom jewelers, we are receiving more and more requests for custom settings for colored stones. In this post we feature 2 separate sapphire projects. PROJECT 1: Project one was a custom setting for a new sapphire sent in by the customer. It was set into an 18K white gold custom setting [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Colored Gemstones, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Hand crafted jewelry, Photos, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)
Aug
06
2009

Overjoyed Customer Declares Brian Gavin Diamonds "The Dream Team"…..

Dear Lesley, Brian and Team, To say I love the ring would be an understatement.  No words can describe how in awe I am of this ring!!!!!!! Are you sure you didn't chuck my grandmother's OEC in the garbage and just give me one of your Brian Gavin Signature Diamonds? LOL…It does not look like [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Bracelets, Brian Gavin diamonds, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Hand crafted jewelry, Pendants, Photos, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Jul
14
2009

More Rave Reviews for Brian Gavin’s Signature Diamonds, Custom Jewelry and Personalized Service…

…Lesley, It's breathtaking. The diamond and ring are absolutely incredible. Thanks to you and Brian for helping to make yesterday the best day of our lives. No number of exclamation points can express how happy I am to have worked with you and Brian on this most important gift. I'll definitely be in touch, and [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Bracelets, Brian Gavin diamonds, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Earrings, Hand crafted jewelry, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)
Jul
06
2009

Brian Gavin Creates Custom Made Diamond Pendant with Customer's Old Mine Cut Diamond…

A customer contacted me a few weeks ago inquiring about recutting a 1.25 carat Old Mine Cut that was set into a men’s yellow gold ring. In order for me to make an educated decision, she sent in the ring and I unmounted the diamond to examine it for a recut. It was a classic [...]
By Brian Gavin | Also posted in Brian Gavin diamonds, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Hand crafted jewelry, Pendants, Photos, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Jul
01
2009

Testimonials Galore at Brian Gavin Diamonds…

…Hi Brian and Lesley! Heard from John that he received the package already and I’d like to thank you for the beautiful ring and the awesome buying experience! I’m so happy about the ring that I wanted to write a long email but figured I should just post my great experience on PS (since I [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Brian Gavin diamonds, Colored Gemstones, Custom Jewelry, Diamond Reset, Earrings, Hand crafted jewelry, Photos, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)
Jun
10
2009

Excerpts from Requests that are E-mailed into Brian Gavin Diamonds for Recuts, Diamonds, Custom Settings and Jewelry…

…Hi Brian / Lesley, I came across your website while searching the internet and am really impressed by the apparent quality of your work and service. I am looking to purchase an engagement ring in the very near future and was wondering if you could help me out. Your blog post titled "A Sampling of [...]
By LesleyH | Also posted in Announcements, Brian Gavin diamonds, Custom Jewelry, Earrings, Rings, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)