Design Process

How each one of our pieces are made?

For over thirty years, Cohen Diamond has been producing its fine jewelry in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, a block away from Rockefeller Center. By doing so we not only supervise the creation of each of our pieces, we also keep the integrity of having everything manufactured in the United States.

So with that in mind, let's pull back the veil and get a glimpse of the artisans and their craftsmanship.

Concept Design

More often than not the initial concept and design arises from the client. We spend time and resources ensuring that the concept in mind is appropriately executed to prolong beauty and comfort.


Typically we use photos and ideas presented to us and that kernel of knowledge, along with CAD programming, to offer a 3D rendering for approval.


CAD computer designing allows for adjustments along with fine-tuning for our client's approval before we go to the next step, model making.

Polishing

Polishers use buff wheels with different levels of abrasive compounds to get minor scratches off of surfaces.


Uniquely shaped wheels allow for different surface contours.

Stone Setting

Stone setters spend years apprenticing and then honing their craft. The very best fine-tune their trade to their unique, signature style.

Finished Piece

Once the piece is completed, it is then either presented in our showroom or shipped to the client much to everyone’s delight.



 More Behind The Scenes...

Diamond Cutting

Diamond cutting involves several specialized technicians working to change a diamond from a rough stone to a faceted gem. This craft dates back to the first cutting guild established in Nuremberg, Germany in the 1300s.


What you are watching is called brilliandeering, which is the placement and polish of the facets that give diamonds their unique beauty.

Refining

Melting a combination of precious metals is the first step in the refining process. While in the molten stage, a core sample is taken for an assay. This will allow for the percentage analysis of composition.

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