Business Details
14 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry & Engagement Rings in Raleigh, NC
Since 2012, Booth Custom Jewelers has been crafting bespoke jewelry in Raleigh's Five Points neighborhood. Founded by Brian and Lily Booth, we combine traditional artistry with modern design to create one-of-a-kind pieces for special occasions. Our commitment to sustainability drives our use of recycled gold and conflict-free diamonds, reflecting our belief that ethical practices should never compromise quality. As a referral-based business, we prioritize client relationships and take pride in transforming personal stories into timeless jewelry. Brian's sculpture background and Lily's fashion jewelry expertise create a unique synergy that informs our meticulous craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. With combined experience spanning decades in fine jewelry production, we maintain direct involvement in every stage of creation - from CAD design to final setting.Our dedication extends beyond mere jewelry making; we aim to preserve emotional legacies through heirloom restoration and commemorate life's milestones with meaningful designs. This philosophy has earned us recognition in North Carolina's luxury market while maintaining a boutique approach. Our accolades include being featured in local design publications for innovation in sustainable jewelry practices and receiving industry awards for technical excellence in diamond setting. Transparency remains central to our operation, with clear pricing structures and detailed consultations ensuring clients understand the value behind each creation.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Engagement Rings
Heirloom Restoration
Fine Fashion Jewelry
CAD Design Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Sustainable studio using exclusively recycled gold and conflict-free diamonds
- Distinguished by decades of combined experience in luxury jewelry production
- Award-winning diamond setting techniques featured in industry publications
- Direct collaboration with founders throughout the entire design process
- Proven track record of transforming client stories into meaningful heirlooms
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Our custom design process transforms personal stories into wearable art through collaborative consultations and precision craftsmanship. Clients work directly with Brian and Lily Booth to create unique pieces that reflect individual significances, using both digital modeling and traditional wax carving techniques. Each creation receives meticulous attention to structural integrity and aesthetic harmony.
Engagement Rings
Specializing in engagement rings that balance timeless elegance with contemporary flair, we guide clients through selecting conflict-free diamonds and designing bands that reflect relationship narratives. The process includes GIA-certified diamond evaluation and multiple prototype reviews to ensure perfect fit and sentimental meaning.
Heirloom Restoration
This service carefully preserves family heirlooms using non-destructive techniques that maintain original craftsmanship while reinforcing structural stability. Our approach prioritizes reversible alterations, allowing future generations to continue the legacy of treasured pieces through modern conservation methods.
Fine Fashion Jewelry
Lily Booth's signature collection combines wearable art with practical elegance, featuring hand-set gemstones in innovative designs. These pieces incorporate both traditional filigree patterns and contemporary geometric forms, appealing to clients seeking distinctive additions to their jewelry collections.
CAD Design Services
Computer-aided design allows clients to visualize jewelry concepts before production begins. Brian Booth's expertise in digital sculpting enables precise 3D renderings that facilitate adjustments, ensuring final pieces meet exact specifications while maintaining artistic integrity throughout the manufacturing process.
People
Brian Booth
Co-Founder, Chief Designer
Raleigh native Brian Booth brings sculpture expertise and CAD mastery from his education at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His technical precision complements handcraftsmanship, ensuring structural integrity in every piece while maintaining artistic vision.
Lily Booth
Co-Founder, Jewelry Designer
Originally from San Francisco, Lily Booth combines her Revere Academy jewelry-making diploma with fashion design insights. Her background in undergraduate studies at UC Riverside informs the wearable art aesthetic featured in her signature collections.
Questions
Do you create custom jewelry from scratch?
Yes, we specialize in completely custom designs crafted from concept to completion using CAD technology and traditional hand techniques.
What types of materials do you use?
We exclusively use recycled precious metals and conflict-free diamonds sourced through the Kimberley Process to ensure ethical practices.
Can you restore heirloom jewelry?
Yes, our restoration services meticulously preserve vintage pieces using non-invasive techniques while maintaining original craftsmanship integrity.
How long does custom jewelry take?
Most custom pieces require 4-6 weeks from initial consultation to final delivery, allowing time for precise design and hand-crafted production.
Do you offer diamond certification?
All diamonds over 0.5 carats come with certification from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) detailing quality characteristics.
Can I view your jewelry in person?
Our Raleigh studio maintains a curated collection of Lily Booth's signature designs for in-person viewing by appointment.
