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What to know before ordering custom jewelry

Custom jewelry comes in two forms. Made-to-order means an existing design is made for you in your chosen metal, size or detail, which takes about 3 to 5 weeks. Bespoke means a new design is created with you from sketches, which takes 6 to 10 weeks after you approve the design. Before you start, decide your budget, gather references, know your ring size if relevant, and expect a deposit and final sale terms.

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