Questions about Gerard Rene Jewelry Company

  • We're based in New York City, but we do most of our designs, design meetings and jewelry showcases online, so we can reach clients all across the country! For those in the NY tri-state area, we’re happy to arrange in-person meetings.

  • At the moment, we don’t operate a storefront, so everything from design to stone sourcing is done remotely. We meet with clients over the phone, Skype, Zoom, Google Meets, and WhatsApp. You can set up appointments online. If the available times don’t suit you, feel free to reach out by calling or texting 347-970-5483 or emailing info@gerardrene.com, and we’ll do our best to accomodate you.

    For clients in the New York City tri-state area, we can meet in person wherever you like to discuss your custom design ideas, review sketches, size your finger, hand-deliver your jewelry, and assist with anything else you need. If you're outside of NYC, we can do most of our services virtually.

  • Gerard Rene jewelry started its journey in 2020, and we’ve been busy making beautiful custom handmade rings for our wonderful clients ever since!

Questions About Our Custom Jewelry

  • Every piece of our jewelry is made by hand, focusing on top-notch craftsmanship and the best quality in both metals and stones.

  • We take pride in hand-selecting every diamond, gem, and metal to match your custom design.

    Our quality standards are high because our reputation is on the line with every piece we create. We make the diamond selection process super simple by only showing you top-quality options, so you can’t go wrong.

    If you’re interested in alternative engagement rings, we’re all about using gemstones instead of traditional diamonds, just let us know what you’re thinking!

  • We aim for the best quality, so we usually handle sourcing all the gemstones and diamonds for your new ring. But if your current stones are up to our standards, we can repurpose them!

    Most of our repurposing projects start at about $6,000, and the price can increase based on how detailed the design is and what materials we choose. We can incorporate some or all of your stones into a new piece, whether you want to keep the essence of the family ring or go for something entirely different.

    If you're looking to upgrade your engagement ring but still love the design of your current one, we can replicate it and find a new diamond for you. We can also redesign using your original center stone and create a fresh design with extra diamonds that we source.

  • We specialize in a range of precious and semi-precious metals, including 10k, 14k and 18k white, yellow, and rose gold, as well as platinum.

    Occasionally, we also create men’s rings using more industrial non-precious metals like titanium, cobalt, tungsten, and stainless steel.

    From time to time, we have sample rings available, perfect for travel—these are great to wear while your actual engagement ring or wedding set is safely at home. Plus, we offer “try before you buy” rings, so you can test out a style before you decide on a custom piece made from genuine materials. For our sample pieces, we use silver and base metals like brass.

    We love crafting jewelry with both natural and lab-grown diamonds, as well as natural and lab-grown precious gemstones. However, we steer clear of materials that might not last, like wood, soft rocks, soft gemstones, shells, leather, enamel, and bone.

    We believe in being upfront with our clients to ensure they get a piece that truly lasts a lifetime.

Questions About Pricing & Payments

  • Our custom jewelry starts at $1,000, and typically, you can expect to spend between $1,500 and $25,000 for a completed piece, depending on your specific needs.

    The price can vary based on several factors, including the type of gemstone you choose, its carat weight, cut, and clarity. Other things that can affect the cost are the type of metal, the size of the piece, how complex the design is, the rarity of the gemstones, and how many stones you want to include.

    Since we specialize in custom work, the design options are virtually limitless. If you have a particular design or stone in mind, feel free to reach out to us!

    For more about what to expect regarding the cost of your custom ring, check our YouTube video here!

  • When it comes to designing, we generally have two main strategies. We can either create something based on what the client loves or work within a budget.

    If your budget exceeds our base price of $1,000 for custom fine jewelry or $3,000 for custom engagement rings, we’re here to help you choose designs and materials that match your financial goals while still delivering great value in terms of look and quality.

    Designing around your favorites means we’re flexible with the budget, focusing instead on a range that captures the vibe and materials you want.

    We’ll dive into all these details during our initial design chat.

  • Discover our layaway program by learning more here! And don’t forget, we have financing available as well.

  • Not interested in our financing options? No problem! You can break down your payments for custom ring into three parts.

    Start with a $108 design deposit at the end of your initial design meeting if you’re ready to move forward. Then, we’ll ask for a 60% deposit before we start making your custom piece. Finally, you’ll pay the remaining 40% before it’s delivered to you.

Questions About Custom Orders

  • To get started, you can easily book your first consultation online or call us at 347-970-5483. We’re also happy to chat about your design ideas over email to see if a design consultation is the way to go. For any general inquiries or design questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@gerardrene.com.

    And make sure to visit our Custom Orders page for more details!

  • After your stone is chosen, we generally require 2-7 weeks for production. For projects that need a more detailed gem search, it’s wise to begin custom orders at least 3 months early.

    Check out our YouTube video for more information!