Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Custom Jewelry in Mt. Shasta
Jon Thomas Fine Jewelry has been a cornerstone of downtown Mt. Shasta since its founding on October 16, 1993. Established by Jon and LesleeRose Thomas, the business transitioned to its dedicated team on January 1, 2024, preserving Jon's legacy of craftsmanship and personalized service. Our team specializes in creating contemporary and timeless pieces, including the renowned Mount Shasta Jewelry Collection, while maintaining a commitment to restoring heirlooms and crafting custom designs. With over 27 years of expertise in diamonds and design from team members like Emma Karseboom and CAD/CAM specialist Mica Mineke-Thomas, we combine traditional techniques with modern innovation.Our mission emphasizes individuality, lasting beauty, and community engagement, offering a personalized experience rooted in trust and creativity. We provide in-house repair services, custom design collaboration, and curated collections that celebrate both local artistry and global craftsmanship, ensuring each piece tells a unique story.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Jewelry Repair
Bridal Jewelry
Designer Jewelry
Mount Shasta Collection
Antique Jewelry
Jewelry Appraisals
Gemstone Setting
Chain Repair
Ring Resizing
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of jewelry craftsmanship experience in Mt. Shasta
- Our in-house repair studio handles all jewelry restoration needs
- Custom design process transforms personal visions into unique pieces
- We maintain Jon Thomas' original standards of quality and artistry
- Team includes specialists with decades of diamond and design expertise
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Transform personal visions into unique wearable art through our custom design process. Our skilled artisans collaborate closely with clients to create one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional techniques and modern CAD/CAM technology. Specializing in incorporating heirloom elements into new designs while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic beauty.
Jewelry Repair
Expert restoration of damaged or worn jewelry using professional tools including a state-of-the-art laser welder. Services include ring sizing, stone replacement, prong repair, and complete restoration of antique pieces while preserving original craftsmanship and historical value.
Bridal Jewelry
Curated collection of engagement rings, wedding bands, and bridal sets featuring diamonds and gemstones. Offers custom bridal design services and resizing/alteration for heirloom wedding jewelry, with emphasis on creating meaningful symbols of commitment.
Designer Jewelry
Handcrafted collection featuring local and international designer pieces. Includes exclusive Mount Shasta-themed jewelry and contemporary designs incorporating precious metals, diamonds, and unique gemstones like Ethiopian opal and tanzanite.
Mount Shasta Collection
Signature line of jewelry featuring hand-carved Mount Shasta designs since 1993. Available in multiple metals and customizable with diamonds or birthstones, including pendants, rings, bracelets, and belt buckles depicting various mountain views.
People
Emma Karseboom
Jewelry Specialist
Brings 27 years of diamond and design expertise to curate timeless pieces while maintaining quality standards established by Jon Thomas.
Mica Mineke-Thomas
Resident Jeweler
12-year veteran under Jon Thomas' mentorship, specializing in CAD/CAM design and traditional jewelry-making techniques.
Jessma Evans
Jewelry Curator
15-year jewelry-making professional known for creative curation and customer-focused approach to jewelry selection.
Questions
How does your custom jewelry design process work?
Our process begins with consultation to understand your vision, followed by design sketches and material selection. We use CAD technology and traditional methods to create prototypes before final production.
Do you repair all types of jewelry?
Yes, our in-house repair shop handles all jewelry types including antique restoration, ring resizing, and damaged piece reconstruction using professional tools and techniques.
What makes your Mount Shasta jewelry collection special?
Each piece features hand-carved designs of Mount Shasta since 1993, available in multiple metals and customizable options that capture the region's natural beauty.
Can you work with heirloom jewelry?
Yes, we specialize in incorporating heirloom elements into new designs while preserving sentimental value through careful restoration and remounting.
What gemstones do you work with?
We use diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, tanzanite, opals, and unique stones like Argentium silver and mokume gane for specialized designs.