Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Jewelry Design & Fine Gemstones in Portland
Judith Arnell Jewelers has been crafting exceptional custom jewelry for over 40 years, combining timeless beauty with masterful artistry. Our team specializes in creating one-of-a-kind engagement rings, wedding bands, and heirloom pieces tailored to individual visions and budgets. With expertise in rare gemstones, unheated sapphires, and GIA-certified diamonds, we offer a client-centered design process that prioritizes quality, ethical sourcing, and personalized service.Our Portland-based studio provides comprehensive jewelry services including appraisals, restoration, and hand engraving, while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and industry-leading standards. As a trusted local business, we serve clients nationwide through remote consultations and in-person appointments, ensuring every piece meets exacting specifications and emotional significance.
Services
Custom Engagement Rings
Jewelry Restoration
Gemstone Appraisals
Wedding Band Design
Diamond Certification
Hand Engraving
Sapphire Sourcing
Estate Jewelry Repair
CAD Design Consultation
Ethical Sourcing Services
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of custom jewelry design expertise
- GIA-certified diamonds and ethically sourced gemstones
- Personalized CAD design process for precision
- Nationwide remote consultation services available
- Comprehensive jewelry restoration and appraisal services
Associations and certifications
- GIA
- AGS
What people say
Exquisite work
Perfect ring
Amazing service
Heirloom quality
Personalized experience
Services
Custom Engagement Rings
Our custom engagement ring service combines 40+ years of expertise with advanced CAD technology to create unique pieces. Clients work directly with master jeweler Judith Arnell to select ethically sourced diamonds or gemstones, choose metal types, and refine designs. Each ring undergoes multiple review stages before casting, ensuring perfect alignment with client visions and budget requirements while maintaining heirloom quality standards.
Jewelry Restoration
Specializing in heritage jewelry preservation, our restoration service includes stone replacement, prong rebuilding, and antique setting recreation. Using traditional techniques combined with modern tools, we restore damaged pieces to their original condition while maintaining structural integrity. The process includes complimentary evaluation and detailed repair estimates before any work begins.
Gemstone Appraisals
Professional appraisal services utilize 10-power magnification analysis for precise gemstone grading and metal identification. Each appraisal includes detailed descriptions, digital documentation, and value assignments for insurance, estate planning, or sale purposes. Our certified appraisers follow strict industry standards to ensure accurate market valuations for both modern and antique jewelry pieces.
Sapphire Sourcing
As Portland's premier sapphire expert, we offer access to unheated, untreated natural sapphires in all colors. Our global network provides options ranging from classic blues to rare padparadscha varieties. Judith Arnell personally selects stones at international gem shows, ensuring quality and ethical sourcing while offering competitive pricing for both loose stones and mounted jewelry.
CAD Design Consultation
Our computer-aided design service creates precise 3D models of proposed jewelry pieces. This technology allows clients to visualize their custom designs from all angles before production begins. The interactive process enables adjustments to proportions, stone placement, and structural elements, ensuring perfect realization of design concepts while minimizing production time.
People
Judith Arnell
Master Jewelry Designer
With over 40 years of experience, Judith Arnell is a renowned jewelry designer and GIA-certified gemologist. She apprenticed with French master jeweler Roger Coudert and co-founded the Midwest Women's Jewelers Association. Her work combines European craftsmanship with modern innovation, creating timeless pieces celebrated for their artistry and emotional significance.
Questions
Do you offer GIA-certified diamonds?
Yes, all our diamonds come with GIA or AGS certification, including detailed reports on color, clarity, cut, and carat weight.
Can I use my own gemstone in a custom design?
Yes, we specialize in incorporating heirloom stones and repurposing metals into new custom creations while maintaining structural integrity.
How long does custom jewelry take?
Most custom orders require 3-6 weeks, with rush services available for select projects needing completion in as little as one week.
Do you work with remote clients?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide through virtual consultations, email communication, and secure shipping for custom pieces.
What payment options are available?
We offer financing through Synchrony with 6, 12, and 18-month plans, plus accept major credit cards and personal checks.
Is jewelry insurance available?
We provide appraisal services and recommend insurance coverage, offering guidance on obtaining appropriate policies for new purchases.
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