Feb
16
2010

New Diamond Engagement Rings from Brian Gavin…

Brian Gavin’s diamond engagement ring settings continue to multiply as we add more beautiful options to the online catalog. As has been the case with almost all the settings we offer, the newest ones are a result of a direct interaction between Brian and the customer  to create brand new settings or settings that are based on what we offer but with modifications. Yesterday we added 4 beautiful new settings to our online engagement ring catalog.

  • 5482 – The Domed Flat Band – This simple and elegant solitaire has a domed flat band shank which tapers from 2.4mm wide at the top to 2.3mm at the bottom with our popular "Truth" Head.
  • 5483- The U-Shaped Half Eternity -  A low profile shared prong half eternity setting featuring 12 x .03 ct = 0.36 ctw F/G VS Brian Gavin Signature melee and an open 4 prong head. Also available with  the  "Truth" head.
  • 5484 – The Bead Set Cathedral – This elegant cathedral style setting features 10 x 0.015ct F/G VS Brian Gavin Signature melee. Similar to #5453 but without the milgrain and engraving.
  • 5485 – Channel Set Princesses – This custom setting features 2 x .20 ct G VS1 Princess cuts and 16 x .05 = .80 ctw G VS1 Princess cuts. Center stone and 2 side stones are set with V-tip prongs.

Enjoy the Picture Gallery below…

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Feb
15
2010

Introducing the "Novela" Matching Diamond Band by Brian Gavin…

With the tremendous popularity of the Novela Engagement Ring over the past few months, I knew it was only a matter of time before we would start getting orders for the Novela matching band. We have created the matching band and feature it here today. Just like the Novela it only comes in platinum and features 26 x .02 ct F/G VS Brian Gavin Signature melee 80% around the shank. Please note that the low profile of the band lends itself to working well with several other styles in our catalog too.

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Feb
12
2010

Fantastic February Feedback from Brian Gavin’s Customers…

  • Hi Lesley, I would just like to thank you and Brian for the wonderful job you did on the final ring. It looks spectacular and Joanne loves it (so much she hates taking it off her finger for anything!). We both find it absolutely amazing the way it sparkles in any lighting, and how great it looks on her finger. She gets compliments about it all the time and I cannot imagine anyone who wouldn't say anything if they saw it. She is now taking a look at wedding bands on your site because she wants one with melee of the same quality as her engagement ring. You will probably be hearing from us again soon :) Thanks again. Eduardo
  • Brian Gavin & Lesley Harris, Thank you both so much. I just returned from picking up the ring right now and it looks absolutely stunning. I'm very impressed and I'm the one that picked it out! I cannot wait until my soon to be fiancee sees the ring. She's going to be speechless.  You both were a great help to me in picking out out my perfect ring. I can't say how impressed I was with the level of communication and information you both provided. Whether it be late night and early morning e-mails I always felt I knew what was happening with my ring, and for me that was very important. Because other than a car, this is the biggest purchase I have made in my life. And while what I bought is probably a moderately priced ring compared to some of the fantastic custom work I've seen on your website and blog, the level of service and attention I received made me feel like I was the most important customer you had. I cannot wait to recommend your services to others I know and I'm sure I will be shopping from you both again when we start looking for wedding bands or other special jewelry. Thank you both again, Sincerely, Matthew  P.S. I love the glamor shots of the ring, they make it look beautiful.
  • Wow! It looks beautiful Lesley. I am sure my wife will love it! I am grateful for your patience and eagerness to help me find the perfect matching diamonds and ring. I hope to be back in the next couple of years for a 3 stone diamond ring to compliment her beautiful band! Best Regards, Alex
  • Hi Lesley, I picked up the ring today and it looks brand new. You and Brian are really something special. Just wanted to say thanks so much. We'll be much more careful in the future. Dan
  • Hi Lesley! I just wanted to thank you and Brian again for another wonderful experience! I'm happy to say that my fiance was absolutely thrilled when I showed her the pendant, and she's extremely happy to add it to her collection. I'll definitely be contacting you guys for future projects I have in mind! Thank you. Andy
  • Lesley, The ring is so beautiful! I picked it up last week and my fiancée already has it on her finger; it fits perfectly and really is incredible to behold. Josh
  • Hi Lesley, I got the ring! It looks fantastic. I will take some pics tomorrow and send them to you. It makes a fantastic set :-) Jess
  • Thanks Lesley! I got the earrings this afternoon and they're gorgeous. I look forward to dealing with you again! Maureen
  • Lesley.  Received the bracelet, and it is very nice. Thanks, Bill ps.  Lesley, you are the best!!!!!!!
  • Met with Brian and the ring does look gorgeous! Thanks , Dave
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Feb
10
2010

Introducing the “Lucy” Diamond Engagement Ring from Brian Gavin…

Around  the third week of January we received a call from a very excited potential customer. He had been searching “hearts and arrows” on Google and Internet Explorer and had stumbled on Brian Gavin Diamonds. He found a beautiful 1.01 D VS1 Brian Gavin Signature Hearts and Arrows diamond in the database and was calling to inquire about the setting. He knew that he wanted a setting with 2 x .15 ct round diamonds on each side with the center stone set into a 4 prong head slightly raised above the side stones.  We were able to turn his dream into a reality and shipped off his “Lucy” solitaire last week.

OMG Lesley, as you said, this is a beautiful ring for sure. Lucy is going to be elated. I am giving it to her on Valentine’s day as this is the day we met 7 years ago. I was shocked upon opening the package :)   The Best to You and Brian always, Anthony

He decided to post on iVouch in the Brian Gavin Diamonds section:

I must admit when I first started my search for the perfect engagement ring for my sweetie I encountered very unpleasant individuals who only wanted my money and were less interested in exceptional service and quality. After months of searching and lots of homework I came upon Brian Gavin Diamonds. From the first phone call I spoke with Lesley Harris who made me feel so comfortable with her knowledge on the subject at hand and her friendly attitude that I decided to buy then and there.  After approximately 2 weeks, because the custom setting had to be made, I picked up the ring (Lucy) hence the name it was given. I have to say I have never seen a more beautiful diamond and custom setting to compliment this diamond in my life.  Lesley, Brian, thank you for making it so easy and making me so happy with this beautiful product. Just think I haven't even presented it to Lucy yet. I am presenting it to her on Valentines Day which is the day we met 7 years ago. More to follow.  Anthony

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Feb
08
2010

Brian Gavin’s “Melissa” Diamond Engagement Ring travels from the USA to Hong Kong, South Africa and then to Shanghai…

In December we blogged about Wayne’s purchase of a beautiful Brian Gavin Signature H & A diamond and a modified Melissa setting with a knife edge here.

Following the proposal in South Africa, we received beautiful pictures and the following excerpt:

Well, I proposed to Emma on the beach at sunset just outside Hermanus on the South East coast of South Africa on 27 December. It was a well planned but nervously executed proposal involving many members of my family. It will go down as a moment to remember for us all. The setting is just perfect. A seemingly low setting without sacrificing the prominence of the single stone. In all Emma is thrilled and continues to draw comments daily here in Shanghai. It really is a standout, without being ostentatious!

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Feb
04
2010

Brian Gavin’s 3 Stone Princess Cut Trellis Engagement Ring for Soldier Deployed to the Middle East…

In June we received an e-mail from a soldier who was deployed to the Middle East:

Good evening (or good morning here in my case)! My name is Michael, I’m currently deployed to the Middle East. I would like to purchase an engagement ring before I get back to the states so I can propose to my gf! I’ve been on pricescope quite a bit and you have come highly recommended, so I’m hoping you can help me out! :)

Michael wanted a 3 stone princess cut trellis ring. We e-mailed back and forth in the middle of the night and he even put a call through to us at 4 a.m. CT! We sourced him 3 GIA certified Princess cut diamonds and created a beautiful 18K white gold three stone trellis engagement ring for his girlfriend Lori. All he had to go by were the e-mails and pictures of the process along the way.

When he got back to the USA in September we shipped the ring to him and did not hear back from him until last week when we received a very warm e-mail and the beautiful pictures below.

From Michael:

Hi Lesley,

I apologize for the huge delay in getting back to you and Brian, but wanted to follow up with you, and include a word from Lori. She absolutely loved the ring and the engagement was perfect! We cannot express enough gratitude for walking me through the ring buying process while deployed, I never thought I'd be comfortable buying an engagement ring sight unseen, but I would recommend you and Brian to anyone, you two were an excellent team from start to finish, I never doubted for a moment that we'd get a ring that was anything less than what we wanted. Thank you! Lori has not stopped staring at the ring, it gets so many comments. We even went into Tiffany's to get ideas for wedding bands and we couldn't help but notice how much this ring sparkled compared to their diamonds, the jewelers even commented on it! Below is a message from Lori too, she wanted to thank you in person.

And after this experience, we couldn't think of anyone else we would rather have make our wedding bands than you and Brian! We have a general idea of what we want and have included pics. We look forward to working with the both of you, and are excited to see your next creations! Thank you again!- Michael

From Lori…

Dear Lesley and Brian Gavin,

I first of all would like to say thank you for the amazing work you did with my engagement ring. I absolutely love my three stone trellis style ring, and it is so much more than I could have ever dreamed. It suits the amazing man that proposed to me in October! My words may not be enough to explain this overwhelming experience, but I hope the pictures will do the job. Michael had a photographer catch the moment of his proposal!

We are so happy with the ring and customer service you provided Michael in creating this perfect ring, that we also are interested in you creating our wedding bands. Michael and I have spent a lot of time looking at wedding bands, and feel that we have a good idea of what we would like. We of course, trust your judgment and would appreciate your thoughts on what would work best with the engagement ring I already have.  We would love to hear your opinion, and maybe some possible pricing for rings. Thank you again for the amazing work you did on my engagement ring, and we look forward to hearing from you! Best Regards, Lori

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Feb
02
2010

Singapore Couple Thrilled With Their Brian Gavin Custom Diamond Engagement ring…

In September of last year we were contacted by a very discerning customer from Singapore looking for a very special Brian Gavin Signature H & A diamond and custom engagement ring (the Twist). The journey is best described in his wonderful pictures and testimonial that follows:

Lesley, you have been a great help ever since I embarked on my first journey into the world of diamonds; seeking the perfect one in my means for my beloved wife. I remembered that you have been ever so patient in answering all my answers pertaining to the diamond that I seek even though you were busy with other clients. Finally I settled on a 0.72Ct D VS2 Brian Gavin Signature hearts and arrows perfect cut to grace my wife’s petite finger around October 2009. The information you gave me via Idealscope and ASET images, AGS certification and the picture of the diamond itself sold me that this is the diamond I want for my wife.

The journey did not end there though. I wanted a unique wedding ring for my wife that none in the B&Ms where I’m at sells. The platinum ring is to be a design blend of a domed 3-row paved s-ring with a ‘Truth’ head. It was a designer nightmare. But at Brian Gavin nothing is impossible and they certainly went out of the way to deliver what you desire. I remembered my elation when Lesley gave me the good news that the head jeweler and designer at Brian Gavin managed to get the design feasible and of course beautiful after they worked during the weekends. This is the sort of dedication the people at Brian Gavin has for their work. They also bend backwards to accommodate my tight timeline.

I finally received the ring 2 days before my wedding after an anxious wait. The diamond is a real sparkler. It easily ‘catches on’ to any light source and then reflects the light back to you either in a dazzling white light or a kaleidoscope of dancing colorful flames of light.

The ring itself is a wonderful sight to behold. The diamond is perfectly at home on the ‘Truth’ head; lending its sparkling beauty to the elegant curves and pinpoint sparkles of the domed 3-row paved s-ring. The ring is still the talk of the town in my wife’s office. Comments such as “What a big diamond!” and “Your ring is so beautiful!” abounds. My wife is basking in the compliments of her ring.

My wife and I would like to thank the team at Brian Gavin for their dedication and perseverance in producing something which is beautiful and memorable and is truly a symbol of the bond that I share with my wife. We will definitely recommend Brian Gavin to anyone who is in search of something truly unique and special. Best regards, Aidil and his beloved wife, Dianna

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Jan
31
2010

Brian Gavin’s Diamond Earrings, Pendants and Rings Continue to Get Rave Reviews….

January has been a very busy month filled with orders for our beautiful diamond earrings, pendants and settings. Following are a handful of testimonials and pictures of our ever increasing following of very satisfied customers.

You can find a more comprehensive overview of testimonials on our website at http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/home/testimonials/

  • Lesley -  I picked up my earrings yesterday.  They are absolutely exquisite.  They are far more beautiful than the one's they replaced.  Maybe I should have the cat's throw more of my jewelry in the recycling bin.  The workmanship is beyond compare.  The trellis work is so delicate and the diamonds so beautiful.  Do you have tiny little leprechaun's working as your bench jewelers creating magic in your shop?  I can't wait to work with you again. Thanks so much.  Susan
  • Hi Brian/Lesley, I just wanted to touch base with you both now to say thank you again – though it was tough holding onto the ring for those weeks between its arrival and the proposal, I'm happy to report that everything went just as planned. We were both thrilled with how the setting turned out, I can easily say that it exceeded my own expectations which, as I'm sure Lesley can attest, were quite high. Even the smallest stones in the setting sparkle as if they were on fire, and I still catch her (and people around her) staring at it for minutes at a time without even realizing it: it's just that hypnotizing. As a special aside to Brian; the first thing she said upon detailed examination of the ring was how much she loved the milgrain finish on the sides of the ring, which of course proves once again how dead-on your sense of aesthetic is (as if it needed any confirmation). So thank you both again for all your help along the way – I truly appreciate it and will happily return as a customer in the future (though I'm done with the engagement rings now – what's next? Earrings?) Best, Patrick
  • Hi Lesley, I just picked up the set and it's beautiful!! Thank you so much!! It has been an absolute pleasure working with you!! Thank you so much for being so patient and reassuring when I have questions and concerns!! Kelly
  • Lesley, finally my friend brought me the package I was waiting impatiently for! The earrings are gorgeous, very brilliant and sparkling, the size is just perfect for my ears. I am so glad I decided to purchase my first diamonds from Brian Gavin, my experience was excellent, thank you very much! Best regards, Zoryana
  • Lesley, Picked up the earrings after work today. Of course, they were gorgeous and stunning. I haven't had a chance to try them on yet but sure they will be stunning on. Too bad they'll be on my ears where I can't constantly oogle them! Thanks for sending the pictures of the earrings with the jackets. How much are the jackets again? After seeing those pictures…. well, let's just say it's sooooooooo tempting. Best, Julia
  • I love them! I can't believe they are K's! They are so white and supersparkly! They are the perfect size for my ears, although I can't guarantee I won't upgrade them at some point! I might as well take advantage of the upgrade policy :) Warm regards, Shelley
  • Lesley! The pendant is beautiful. Absolutely stunning. I am wearing it now (is that wrong??) Lol. Not sure I will be able to pry it off my neck. Thank you sooo much! Tanya
  • lesley,i love, love, love the necklace. it is perfect, just the way i thought it would be. and i love the blue topaz on either side. thank you so much to you and brian for completing such a personal piece for me. Benita
  • Hi Lesley, I love my diamond pendant! Thank you for all your help as I made a decision. BrianGavinDiamonds offers a unique, unhurried, and most of all personal shopping experience. It was a pleasure working with you. Thanks again! Virginia
  • Thank you Lesley, I am so excited for them to be almost here. I'm sure everyone at Pricescope will enjoy having some new eye candy and I will never take them off! Maren :)
  • Hi Lesley, The bracelet is fabulous! I've gotten so many compliments on it already. It's exactly what I had pictured in my mind. Thanks so much for everything. I'm so pleased. Karen
  • Hi Lesley, I just made the proposal tonight. It was excellent; the answer was 'Yes!'. She was over the moon and really appreciated the time and effort put into the making of the ring. Thanks so much! Warm Regards, Alexander

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Jan
29
2010

Brian Gavin is at the Diamond Factory in Antwerp…

Brian is at the diamond factory in Antwerp sorting through his Brian Gavin Signature Hearts & Arrows production. Please let us know if you have any special requests by Monday so that he can hand select for you.

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Jan
28
2010

Wonderful Reactions to the New BrianGavinDiamonds.com Website!!

The reactions to the launch of the website have been absolutely fantastic So many people have written and called in …following are excerpts from some of the e-mails we have received in the past 48 hours…
  • I am an old Pricescoper and even though I am not posting, I have watched your business flourish and it has been thrilling to see you obtain the accolades and praise from the members who know you both so well. Every one holds you with the highest respect and esteem. Your character and skill is second to none I write to tell you the new site is stunning and showcases your work with vivid detail. Each photo in your image gallery is such a delight to discover. The magnify tool is fabulous and allows one to appreciate the intricacy of your detail better than any other. The craftsmanship is simply beyond my expectations. I can't wait until I am ready to find a replacement for my lost stone. It will surely be a BG original…in creation of the cut…to the design of the setting. Again, couldn't be more impressed…so please…ratchet it down a notch…I need to know you all are mortals…
    Emerald Cut and Baguette Custom Platinum Ring

    Emerald Cut and Baguette Custom Platinum Ring

  • The website looks absolutely AMAZING!!!  I love the colors- all the right things pop and they don't overwhelm.  I loooove the special offers page pull down-that's a great touch!!!  I love how everything keeps you on the main page so it's easy to navigate from each tab and go back.  All the pictures make you want to drool!!  Brian is truly an artistic God in my book! :-)   They're uber artistic and still show everything in great detail which will make it easier for people to tell you what they want because you can see everything from all angles. Everything is verrrrrry easy to navigate. I like how you can click on the question mark by each category in the diamond search in case you don't know what you're looking at.  The YouTube videos are an awesome touch as well.  This is definitely not like any other site I’ve ever seen!  All in all- IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREAKIN AMAZING!!!!!!  You guys have done an amazing job!!!! :-)   I'm so proud of you!!!  It definitely reflects your styles and personality!
    Platinum Hand Made Diamonds By The Yard Earrings

    Platinum Hand Made Diamonds By The Yard Earrings

  • It really is a work of much love and dedication and forethought Everyone will be in AWE! Truly fabulous. Just wow. There were certain aspects, images and features that just had me pausing and staring in awe. Revolving menu thing at bottom of earring page is FABULOUS. And you can click on them. Really cool beans. The IMAGE gallery is to die for.
  • Hello Lesley and congrats to you and Brian on your new website! It's pretty impressive!
  • The website is up and running! It looks great!! You guys did a great job :) Congratulations.
  • Congrats on going live…I know it has been a long time coming and I am so happy for you guys :-)
  • I saw the new website first thing this morning. Exciting stuff! It looks very good, well thought out, neat and polished.
    Custom Platinum "Serendipity" Ring

    The Now Famous Custom Platinum "Serendipity" Ring

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