Chipped gemstone repair

[kriskn04]

Can anyone recommend where I can get a chipped spinel repaired? The chip is very minor but extends into the girdle and crown. Thank you.

 

[Indylady]

Dan Stair and Jerry Newman are known to do recuts--I'd reach out to one of them. If you purchased from a precision cutter, they may be willing to work with it again even if they don't often/usually do recuts.

 

[Starzin]

The Gem Doctor in Canada specialises in "the restoration and repair of damaged or worn coloured gemstones."
http://www.thegemdoctor.com/wp/ - some indicative pricing on his website.

 

[chrono]

If you are interested in contacting Jerry Newman, his website email is down. You can reach him via this contact: [email protected]

 

[kriskn04]

Thanks everyone for your response! I will definitely contact them.

 

[minousbijoux]

Where are you located? While most recommended cutters are located here, there are some all over so depending upon where you are, it might change who is recommended.

 

[kriskn04]

Minousbjioux, I'm in Phoenix. I haven't heard of any places here.

 

[minousbijoux]

Oh okay! I just wanted to make sure you were in the US. Barry Bridgestock, one of the best cutters around (imo) is located in Yuma. I don't know that he does repairs (kinda doubt it), but its worth a query. Other than Barry, you've already been given the names of the "go to" guys.

 

[kriskn04]

Thanks Minousbijoux! I did contact Barry, however he only repairs gemstones that he's cut himself.

 

[gsellis]

The Gem Doctor in Canada specialises in "the restoration and repair of damaged or worn coloured gemstones."
http://www.thegemdoctor.com/wp/ - some indicative pricing on his website.

Tony is recognized by many of us as the master.

 

[kriskn04]

Thanks for your input George! I checked out his website. I will be contacting him for repairs.