Vintage Ring Restorer in the UK??

[Ally T]

Hi all,

My mother's engagement ring needs some repairs. The shank is very thin & sharp, plus she had it re-clawed about 20 years ago & the high street jeweller my dad took it too, butchered it. She has an OMC & it was set in the traditional fishtail, but the jeweller who fixed it for dad just removed the head & fitted a new square shaped head, plonking the round diamond in the centre. She was devastated & very angry with dad, not wearing her ring again. Sadly we lost my dad 10 years ago & she has been desperately looking for someone who will restore the original setting with the fishtail claws, to no avail. I have Googled several times but cannot locate someone in the Cheshire area of the UK who can help. Are there any PSers who can help???

 

[GemFever]

Hi Alex,

I'm not in the UK so I can't help with a jeweler. Have you considered buying a pre-owned fishtail setting to fit the stone? It may take some searching, but nice ones can be found sometimes. It may be less risky (and less pricey) than having a jeweler custom-make one for you.

Good luck with this project, I hope you find the perfect setting and your mom enjoys wearing the ring again!

 

[ariel144]

I would contact this vendor on ebay...if you go to her video you can see her website and contact her through there.
She can probably recommend someone good.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-6-06CT-OLD-CUT-DIAMOND-PLATINUM-SOLITAIRE-VS2-CLARITY-SEE-VIDEO-/121046614201?pt=UK_Jewellery_Watches_VintageFineJewellery_CA&hash=item1c2ef0c0b9

here you go:

fineantiquediamonds.co.uk

 

[Kab03]

Hi there- I would contact Berganza - http://www.berganza.com/ - they are located in Hatton Gardens in London. I got my engagement ring from there and believe they do repairs. If they don't, I am confident they will know someone reputable who does. Good luck!

 

[Ally T]

Huge thanks ladies. I have contacted a couple of these & they are willing to take a look. I have also come across Phillip Stoner in Leeds, who is also happy to restore for her & has a good reputation with antique work, so we shall be taking a few mum & daughter trips