Yes. Heirloom and antique restoration is a core part of the work. George examines the piece first and explains what he sees before recommending anything.

Often, yes. Correcting work that another jeweler created or mishandled is something George has done throughout his career. Bring the piece in for an assessment.

Yes. You work with George himself — not a counter clerk who sends the piece elsewhere.

Weekday visits are welcome during business hours. Saturdays are by appointment. Calling ahead is the surest way to have George’s time set aside for your piece.

Yes. George designs and fabricates original custom jewelry by hand, working with you through the whole process.

It depends entirely on the piece and the work involved. George gives you a realistic timeframe once he has seen it — there is no single answer that fits every job.

Photographs help George understand the general nature of your request. A final recommendation may require an in-person inspection.

At 881 Dover Drive, Suite 140, in Newport Beach.

Bring the piece itself if you can, along with any documentation or history you have. If the piece cannot be moved safely, call first and George will advise.

By examining the actual condition of the piece — the metal, the stones, and how it is holding together — rather than guessing from a description. That inspection is what makes an honest recommendation possible.