Jewellery Repairs
Has your beautiful jewellery become damaged – or even broken? I can get your jewellery looking as good as new once again. Or do you need your watches battery replaced or jewellery repaired, talk to me. I have access to watchmakers too for repairs! With proper care, cleaning and maintenance, jewellery can last your lifetime and then some. However, even if you are extremely careful, sometimes accidents happen, and your beloved jewellery might get damaged or even broken. If it’s an expensive piece of fine or even heirloom jewellery that was damaged, this can be devastating. You might fear that all the value of your jewellery has vanished. Fine gemstones and precious metals usually appreciate over time, properly maintaining and caring for your jewellery will increase the life of your piece and help to maintain or even increase its value if the market rises. I realize that the true value of your jewellery often lies in its sentimental significance, especially when it is a gift from a loved one."
When Should You Fix Jewellery?
A certain amount of wear and tear is normal when it comes to jewellery, especially anything that you wear on a day-to-day basis. For instance, it’s not uncommon for the claws and settings holding gemstones to need repairs or replacements over time. Metals may require re-plating, and clasps might wear down and require repair. If you have a lot of sentimental value bound up in an existing item but are tired of its old-fashioned style (for instance, if it was an inherited heirloom), why not discuss having it modified into something more contemporary or closer to your style? When you’re uncertain whether it’s worth having a piece of jewellery repaired, i recommend turning to the experts. Your jeweller can advise you on the repair options advisable. I provide no obligation Quotes prior to doing any work so you can choose which is the best option for you. Sometimes the issue is not so much that something is broken or needs urgent repairs. Sometimes, it’s only the size that’s the problem. People’s bodies change over their lifetimes, meaning that something that once used to fit might become too large or small. Other pieces of significant jewellery might be ones we were gifted as children and still want to wear as adults.
Types of Jewellery Repairs
Some types of jewellery repairs are more common than others. If you have concerns about your damaged jewellery or worry that it may require servicing, we recommend getting in touch with me to have your pieces professionally assessed with a no obligation Quote. You can reach out to us.
Common types of jewellery repairs include:
Clasps that won’t open or close
Loose or missing stones
Discolouration or dull finish
Scratched metal
Polishing and refining
Broken or thin claws / prongs
Bent or cracked ring shanks / bands
Shank replacement!
