My Services at Townsend Fine Jewelry
Whether you are looking to preserve a family heirloom, restore a favorite timepiece, or create something entirely new, I am here to help. By combining old-school craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology, I provide expert care and precise attention to detail for every piece that crosses my bench.
1. Jewelry Repair & Restoration
Whether your favorite piece is worn, damaged, or simply out of style, I can help extend its life. From a broken clasp or a loose stone to complete structural restorations, your jewelry is in safe, expert hands.
To give you total peace of mind, every piece is meticulously documented with micro-photography and measured both before and after the repair. All work is done right here in-house using the latest tools and technology:
Laser Welding Technology: I use an advanced laser welder which eliminates the need for a traditional soldering torch. This keeps delicate stones, enamels, and thin metals perfectly safe, allowing me to safely restore fragile or antique jewelry that other shops might turn away.
Sizing & Shank Work: Precision ring sizing, soldering, mounting assembly, and shank replacements in gold, platinum, and silver.
Prong & Stone Setting: Expert tightening, re-tipping, and replacing prongs. I specialize in all setting styles, including channel, bezel, bead, pave, and bright cutting.
Chain & Clasp Repair: Basic and advanced chain soldering, chain braiding, jump ring soldering, and charm attachment. I service all clasp types (spring rings, lobster claws, box clasps, barrel clasps, and fish hooks).
Platinum Care: Specialized high-heat platinum welding and advanced resizing.
Pearl Restringing: Professional stringing (both knotted and unknotted), pearl drilling, and secure gluing to restore your favorite strands.
Earring Conversions: Soldering posts, converting screw-backs to posts, lever-back drop conversions, or even transforming a sentimental bracelet link into a custom pair of earrings.
Fine Finishing: Rebuilding bezels, seats, and bails, as well as satin finishes, high-polish cleanings, epoxy work, and rhodium plating.
2. Historical & Giftable Coins (New!)
I am delighted to introduce a specially curated selection of collectible, historical, and premium coins. While I am not a traditional coin dealer, I source unique, high-quality coins that make magnificent investments and unforgettable gifts.
To make these pieces truly extraordinary, I offer custom personalization options. I can hand-craft a custom wooden presentation box and create a beautifully engraved plaque to accompany the coin, creating a museum-quality gift set that will be cherished for generations.
3. Custom Jewelry Design Services
If you can not find exactly what you are looking for in my display cases... let us just make it! Whether you want to restyle old jewelry you no longer wear, reset a family heirloom, or design a brand-new piece from the ground up, I will make the experience exciting, easy, and affordable.
Using advanced 3D CAD software and rendering technology, I can design the jewelry of your dreams with incredible speed and precision. My simple 3-step process includes:
Consultation & Concept: We discuss your ideas, goals, and budget to map out the perfect design.
3D Rendering & Approval: I create custom sketches and photorealistic 3D digital renderings for you to review and approve before any metal is cast.
The Finished Masterpiece: Your design is cast, set, polished, and delivered to you—a truly unique piece of wearable art.
4. Precision Engraving Services
Add a deeply personal touch to your jewelry, gifts, and keepsakes. Using a state-of-the-art Photo Impact Engraver, I can quickly and permanently add text, logos, and intricate artwork to a wide variety of metals.
Photo Engraving: Turn your favorite photographs into jewelry you can wear every single day.
Signature & Fingerprint Engraving: I can scan real handwriting, a loved one's signature, original artwork, or even a fingerprint, and permanently engrave it onto charms, pendants, souvenirs, or custom plaques.
5. Watch & Clock Repair
Keep your favorite timepieces running perfectly. I service mechanical, quartz, and striking movements completely in-house.
Watch Services: I offer complimentary inspections to ensure your watch is in good order. Services range from quick battery and strap replacements to complex movement overhauls and restorations.
Clock Services: Bring your wall, mantel, or antique clocks back to life. I offer free estimates with no obligation and provide full-service repairs, routine maintenance, cleaning, oiling, regulating, case refinishing, and antique restoration.
6. Professional Appraisal Services
What is that family heirloom really worth? To you, it is priceless but a professional document ensures it is properly protected. Having an accurate, updated value gives you peace of mind and ensures your jewelry is correctly covered by your insurance policy.
I welcome old pieces, new jewelry, and loose gemstones. I carefully inspect and analyze each piece, weighing and counting the gemstones right in front of you so you can be part of the process. You will receive precise, official documentation detailing the exact value and specifications of your jewelry.