Restored vintage jewelry collection

Case Studies & Transformations

Discover the stories behind our restoration projects and see the remarkable transformations of vintage and heirloom pieces

Victorian Era Restorations

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Victorian Eternity Ring

Circa 1880s

Condition: This delicate gold ring arrived with several missing seed pearls and a weakened shank that threatened the structural integrity of the piece.

Challenges: Sourcing period-appropriate seed pearls that matched the original size and luster required extensive research. The fragile nature of the setting demanded extreme precision during repair.

Restoration: We carefully removed and replaced damaged pearls, reinforced the shank with period-appropriate techniques, and restored the intricate filigree work. The ring now displays its original Victorian elegance while maintaining structural stability.

Victorian brooch restoration
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Silver Mourning Brooch

Circa 1870s

Condition: The piece had significant tarnish, a broken clasp mechanism, and several loose black enamel inlays that were characteristic of mourning jewelry from this period.

Challenges: Preserving the historical patina while removing damaging tarnish required a careful balance. The enamel work needed precise restoration to maintain the piece's emotional significance.

Restoration: We gently cleaned the silver without removing its historical character, restored the clasp mechanism, and carefully secured all enamel inlays. The piece now honors its original purpose while being wearable once again.

Art Deco Era Restorations

Art Deco bracelet transformation
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Platinum and Diamond Bracelet

Circa 1920s

Condition: This geometric Art Deco piece had multiple broken links, loose diamonds, and required significant structural reinforcement throughout its length.

Challenges: The geometric precision characteristic of Art Deco design demanded exact alignment during repair. Working with platinum requires specialized techniques and equipment.

Restoration: Each link was carefully repaired using laser welding technology to maintain the piece's geometric integrity. All diamonds were secured in their settings, and the bracelet was restored to its original geometric elegance.

Art Deco ring restoration
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Geometric Engagement Ring

Circa 1930s

Condition: The center stone was missing, several smaller accent stones were loose, and the white gold required re-plating to restore its brilliant finish.

Challenges: Finding a replacement center stone that matched the original's dimensions and complemented the Art Deco design aesthetic required careful selection.

Restoration: We sourced a period-appropriate replacement stone, secured all accent stones, and applied fresh rhodium plating to restore the ring's original bright white appearance. The geometric patterns now shine as they did originally.

Modern Era Restorations

Modern jewelry piece restoration
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Mid-Century Gold Necklace

Circa 1950s-1960s

Condition: This textured gold necklace had stretched links, a broken clasp, and required significant reshaping to restore its original form.

Challenges: The textured surface design made repairs challenging, as any work needed to blend seamlessly with the original texture pattern without leaving visible marks.

Restoration: We carefully reshaped each link, restored the textured surface details, and installed a period-appropriate replacement clasp. The necklace now maintains its mid-century elegance and can be worn with confidence.

Your Piece's Story Awaits

Every restoration is unique, and we approach each piece with the care and attention it deserves. Contact us to discuss how we can help restore your treasured jewelry.

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