Why do I need an appraisal?

• If you’re a new groom or bride and want to know the value of your ring for insurance purposes.
• If you have inherited a single piece or an entire collection and don’t know the value.
• If you are an executor of an estate and need to know the value a single piece or an entire collection for estate settlement purposes or equitable distribution.
• If you are looking to sell a single piece or an entire collection and want to know the fair market value to more definitively manage expectations of worth and effectively consider your options for dispersal.
• If you are planning to donate your jewelry and need to have a formal appraisal for tax purposes.

To schedule a consultation, please contact us at 314-863-8820 or [email protected]

If you have broken or unwanted gold jewelry that you would like to convert to cash, we offer prompt payment based on the daily market rate.

Pieces that no longer suit your taste or lifestyle may be simply cluttering your jewelry box and could be put to better use. Because we are part of an extensive network of estate jewelry dealers, we may be interested in purchasing them. Please call or email for an appointment and we will quickly evaluate your items for a potential cash offer. If you prefer cash and the offer is acceptable to you, we can pay by check, or if you prefer, a higher value can be credited to your account toward a future purchase. You are under no obligation to accept Elleard Heffern’s cash offer.

It’s no secret that for over a century our award-winning designers have been creating distinctive, one-of-a-kind custom jewelry for our clients. But what you may not know is how fun and easy it is to create your very own masterpiece.  With just a little guidance from us, you, too, can become a jewelry designer.

Two Different Ways to Make Your Jewelry Dreams Come True.

Simply Custom

We have an extensive archive of designs just waiting for you to add your own special touches and make a favorite style truly unique.  Simply choose one of our signature designs and your favorite material, and our bench jeweler will take it from there, hand-crafting your semi-custom piece into a complete work of art.  It’s as easy as…

1. Select a style from hundreds of designs in our archive.
2. Choose your metal and gemstones.
3. Consult with our design team to create your semi-custom piece.

So, whether you enjoy a timeless, classic look for everyday-ease or a retro, bold-gold style, come explore our distinctive designs, such as our popular Annie’s and Love Letters necklaces, signature dot-dash bangle, iconic 18K yellow gold Y-Link bracelet, whimsical bumblebee stud earrings, and our statement-making snake and knot rings.

Completely Custom

If you’re looking for a truly special piece to celebrate an important milestone, have your heart set on a one-of-a-kind engagement ring, or you simply want to give new life to a treasured family heirloom, let us help you make all your jewelry dreams come true.

Experience for yourself why our clients find our custom process inspiring, not intimidating.

• We begin with an initial consultation where you share your vision with us. We’ll discuss design ideas and how to best incorporate existing or newly-sourced gemstones. This is the time to bring us any sketches or inspiration images you have that can help us refine our design.
• Once the design direction is agreed upon, we will provide a production schedule and detailed pricing to create your design. Once we have your approval we will request a deposit of 50% of the project cost to move forward, with the balance due upon completion.
• Then the fun really begins. We will create a CAD drawing to refine the design, a mounting will be cast and any new gemstones will be sourced.
• As a final step, our bench-jeweler will hand polish and refine the metal mounting, hand-set the gemstones and hand finish the piece until it is ready for its big reveal.

Production time and pricing will vary depending on the project.

When you choose EH Custom you can rest assured we will create for you whatever you dream and we will make it come true.

Price and production time are dependent on gemstone and metal selection.

Just like a home, some jewelry needs repair and other jewelry needs to be completely “gutted.” We understand the place your jewelry holds in your heart, especially family heirlooms. Because our master goldsmith uses a laser welder, which allows for repairs that previously were impossible, we often can bring a badly damaged or worn out piece of jewelry back to its former glory. This can entail custom lapidary work, seeking out antique cuts of diamonds for replacement, or finding the proper color match for gemstones missing from a ring. Our experts will know exactly how to proceed and how much work it will entail, so that an estimate can be furnished to you for your approval. There is no charge for this evaluation.

When you purchase a pair of diamond stud earrings from Elleard Heffern, you may trade them back in for the full retail price paid (including sales tax) toward the purchase of a more expensive pair of diamond stud earrings. All we ask is that you return any GIA or AGS Diamond Reports furnished to you at the time of purchase. This is a great way to upgrade your earrings over the years – once, twice or even more often.