When to have it checked
- A thin, cracked or distorted ring band
- Repeated breaks at an old repair
- Wear on an inherited ring or sentimental setting
What an assessment looks at
The band, shoulders, setting and previous repairs are reviewed together. Discuss which details must be retained before work is planned. Some pieces need several repairs; others may be better preserved with limited wear.
What affects the repair cost?
Replacing a worn section, rebuilding detail and repairing an older setting involve different amounts of material and time. An itemized assessment helps separate essential work from optional refinishing.
Read the full repair cost guideBefore your assessment
Bring any history you know about previous repairs, resizing and stones. Point out inscriptions or details that matter to you and ask what changes would be visible after repair.
Your questions, answered.
A worn section can sometimes be replaced, but the surrounding structure and setting also need to be sound enough. Suitability is assessed individually.
The goal should be agreed before work begins. Preserving age, texture or engraving may matter more than removing every sign of wear.