Workshop Services · Glasgow

Jewellery Care & Bespoke Services

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Frequently asked questions

Do you repair jewellery purchased elsewhere?+

No. We provide cleaning, maintenance and repair services only for jewellery purchased from John Macintyre & Son. We cannot accept jewellery purchased elsewhere for general repairs.

Can anyone book a bespoke jewellery consultation?+

Yes. Bespoke consultations are open to all customers for diamond engagement rings, diamond jewellery, diamond eternity rings and shaped wedding bands, either plain or diamond set. Designs are available in 9ct and 18ct gold or platinum, with mined and lab-grown diamond options.

For some designs, we can consider using your own diamonds, rubies, sapphires or emeralds. We would need to examine the stones first to check their condition and suitability.

Do you offer mined and lab-grown diamonds?+

Yes. We offer both mined and lab-grown diamonds. We can explain the differences and help you choose the right option for your design and price range during your consultation.

Can you change one of your existing designs on your website?+

Yes. Our website shows only a small selection of the many designs we can create. If you see a design online or a sample in our showroom, we can discuss adapting it—for example, by increasing the diamond carat weight, choosing a different metal, or changing a half eternity ring to a full eternity design. There is a wide range of options, and we can explain what may be possible for your chosen design.

Can you melt down and reuse my own gold or platinum?+

No. For new mounts and remounts, we supply new precious metal to the agreed specification. We do not melt down or reuse gold or platinum you already own. For example, if you have a diamond in a mount and want it reset, we will return your original mount to you.

Can I use my own diamond or precious stone?+

Possibly. We can assess mined or lab-grown diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and rubies you already own for possible use in a new design. Each stone must be inspected before we can confirm its condition and suitability for the proposed design. Please bring the original grading report, if available.

Do I need a CAD design?+

Not always. We’ll first consider whether an existing design can achieve the result you have in mind. If you need a shaped wedding band, we have a much wider range of designs to explore in store, as well as a large catalogue of options. A mount you’ve seen may also be available in a different carat weight or with a different centre stone shape. If none of these options are suitable, we can discuss whether a CAD design is the right next step.

How much does bespoke jewellery cost?+

The price depends on the design, metal, diamond or gemstone specification and work involved.

How much does a CAD design cost to get started?+

A CAD design costs £25 or £50, depending on the design. If you proceed with the piece, the fee is deducted from the final cost. Thanks to our team’s experience, we can usually give you a rough price at your consultation. Depending on the design, we may also be able to confirm the price on the day.

How long will the work take?+

Timescales depend on the design and the work involved. The initial stages, such as preparing a CAD design, can take up to two weeks. The full process—from consultation and design approval through making, setting and finishing—can take around six to eight weeks. Some remounts may be completed sooner if a suitable mount is available in the right ring size and can accommodate your stone. We’ll confirm the expected timescale before work begins.

Do I need an appointment to bring in or collect jewellery?+

Please book an appointment before bringing workshop jewellery to our Mitchell Lane showroom. We ask that all items are brought in and collected in person.

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Choose the service that applies. Aftercare assessments are available only for jewellery purchased from John Macintyre & Son. Bespoke and remount consultations are open to all customers for suitable diamond and precious stone projects. We do not accept general repairs for items purchased elsewhere.

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