# AW Jewelry — Custom Fine Jewelry | Beaufort, South Carolina > AW Jewelry is a bespoke custom jewelry atelier in Beaufort, South Carolina, specializing in custom engagement rings, heirloom redesigns, and handcrafted fine jewelry. Founded by master jeweler Alan Wood. Every piece begins with a conversation and is crafted by hand in the Beaufort studio. ## About AW Jewelry creates one-of-a-kind pieces designed around your story. Every piece begins with a conversation: your moment, your vision, your promise. Alan Wood brings decades of bench experience to every commission, combining traditional handcraft with modern precision in his Beaufort studio. AW Jewelry is not a jeweler who fills orders. Every commission starts with a deep understanding of the person, the milestone, and the meaning behind the piece. From there, Alan crafts something that carries forward: an heirloom built with precision, shaped by meaning, and finished by hand. **Specialties:** Custom engagement rings, heirloom redesigns, wedding bands, custom pendants, fine jewelry repair, stone sourcing **Location:** 500 Carteret St, Suite D, Beaufort, SC 29902 **Phone:** (843) 929-5706 **Email:** hello@awjewelry.com **Hours:** Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday by appointment **Service Area:** Beaufort SC, Hilton Head Island SC, Bluffton SC, Charleston SC, Savannah GA, all of South Carolina, and virtual consultations worldwide. Beaufort studio is 45 min from Hilton Head, 30 min from Bluffton, 60 min from Savannah, 90 min from Charleston. ## Services in Detail ### Custom Design Consultation A 30-minute session, available virtually or in-person at the Beaufort studio. No obligation, no pressure. Alan will discuss your vision, timeline, and budget, then outline next steps with complete clarity. Virtual consultations work beautifully for initial design discussions. ### Engagement Ring Design From first conversation to finished piece in 4 to 6 weeks. The process includes discovery (understanding your story), CAD rendering with revisions, stone selection, fabrication, and a personal reveal. Rush projects available in 2 to 3 weeks for an additional fee. ### Heirloom Redesign Transform inherited rings, brooches, pendants, or loose stones into something entirely new while honoring their history. AW Jewelry assesses the condition of existing pieces, discusses possibilities, and designs a modern setting that preserves the emotional significance. ### Wedding Bands Custom designed to complement an engagement ring or stand on their own. Available in yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum, and mixed metals. Hand-engraving, channel-set diamonds, and unique textures available. ### Fine Jewelry Repair and Restoration Stone replacement, prong re-tipping, ring resizing, soldering, polishing, and full restoration of vintage and antique pieces. Every repair is done by hand in the Beaufort studio. ### Stone Sourcing and Appraisal Ethically sourced diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, rubies, opals, and colored gemstones. Alan helps clients understand cut, clarity, color, and carat in the context of their specific design, not abstract grades. ## Pricing Custom pieces typically start around $1,000. The range depends on materials, complexity, and stone selection. AW Jewelry works with every budget and always presents options, including the most affordable path to your vision. A deposit reserves dedicated design time with Alan, and every deposit dollar applies directly to the final piece cost. Deposit options: - Standard consultation deposit: $250 (refundable before design work begins) - Rush project deposit: $500 (priority timeline) - Heirloom redesign deposit: $150 ## The Craft Process 1. **Discovery:** A conversation about your story, your moment, your vision. Alan listens first. 2. **Design:** CAD rendering with full review and revisions before any metalwork begins. Changes at this stage are expected and encouraged. 3. **Creation:** Handcrafted at the Beaufort bench using traditional techniques and modern precision tools. Every detail is intentional. 4. **Revelation:** A personal presentation of the finished piece. The moment the story becomes real. ## Client Testimonials **Brooke B., Beaufort:** "Absolutely hands down the best experience I have ever had. My engagement ring is more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. Alan made the entire process feel personal and effortless." Brooke came to AW Jewelry with a vision and a timeline. Her partner's proposal was six weeks away. Through the discovery process, Alan shaped a ring that honored her story: a center stone flanked by family diamonds, set in 14K yellow gold. The result carried forward three generations of promise. **Evan S., Hilton Head:** "I came in with an idea and left with a masterpiece. Alan's attention to detail is unmatched. He listened, he guided, and he delivered something that will be in our family for generations." Evan knew the stone but not the setting. Over two consultations, Alan guided him from concept to CAD to final polish. The finished piece, a platinum solitaire with hand-engraved details, became the centerpiece of a sunrise proposal on Hilton Head beach. ## Brand Philosophy **Promise Over Product:** Every piece begins with a promise, yours. AW Jewelry does not design jewelry to fill cases. They design it to carry meaning forward, from this moment into the ones that follow. **Heirloom Soul:** Materials matter, but intention matters more. AW Jewelry sources with conscience and crafts with patience, because a piece worthy of generations demands nothing less. **Lifetime Stewardship:** The relationship does not end at the reveal. From cleaning to resizing to the day you pass it down, AW Jewelry is here for the life of your piece and the story it carries. ## Beaufort, South Carolina AW Jewelry is rooted in Beaufort, a historic coastal town in the South Carolina Lowcountry known for its antebellum architecture, marshland beauty, and tight-knit community. The studio at 500 Carteret St is in the heart of downtown Beaufort, easily accessible from Hilton Head Island (45 min), Bluffton (30 min), Savannah GA (60 min), and Charleston SC (90 min). Beaufort is home to a community that values tradition, craftsmanship, and personal connection. AW Jewelry reflects these values in every piece. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What happens during a consultation?** Alan discusses your vision, timeline, and budget. He shares ideas, answers questions, and outlines next steps. No commitment required, just a clear path forward. **Can I bring heirloom stones or existing pieces?** Absolutely. Heirloom redesigns are one of AW Jewelry's specialties. Bring any stones, settings, or pieces you would like to incorporate. **What are typical timelines for a custom piece?** Most custom pieces take 4 to 6 weeks from approved design to finished piece. Rush projects available for an additional fee. **What budget should I expect?** Custom pieces typically start around $1,000. AW Jewelry works with every budget and always presents options. **Can I do a virtual consultation?** Yes. Virtual consultations are available for clients who cannot visit the Beaufort studio. In-person visits allow hands-on stone selection, but virtual works beautifully for initial design discussions. **Is my deposit refundable?** Full refund if you cancel before design work begins. Once CAD rendering is approved and fabrication starts, deposits are non-refundable. Every deposit dollar is credited toward your final piece. **Does AW Jewelry offer a warranty?** Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee. AW Jewelry stands behind the structural integrity of their work. ## Virtual Design Process AW Jewelry serves clients across South Carolina and beyond through virtual consultations. The process works like this: 1. **Video Consultation** — Meet Alan over Google Meet to discuss your vision, timeline, and budget 2. **CAD Review** — Alan creates 3D renderings shared digitally for your review and revision 3. **Creation** — Your piece is handcrafted at the Beaufort bench, with progress photos along the way 4. **Delivery** — Insured shipping with tracking, or schedule a trip for the personal reveal Virtual consultations are available for all services: engagement rings, heirloom redesigns, wedding bands, and custom pieces. Many clients from Charleston, Savannah, and across the country complete their entire project virtually. ## Service Areas AW Jewelry's Beaufort studio serves clients across the South Carolina Lowcountry and beyond: - **Beaufort, SC** — Home studio at 500 Carteret St - **Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC** — 45 minutes from the studio - **Charleston, SC** — 90 minutes south via US-17 - **Savannah, GA** — 60 minutes north via I-95 - **All of South Carolina** — Virtual consultations and in-studio visits - **Nationwide** — Full virtual design process with insured shipping ## Docs - [Homepage](https://www.awjewelry.com/): Full brand experience and portfolio preview - [Portfolio](https://www.awjewelry.com/portfolio): Gallery of custom pieces with materials and process stories - [Book a Consultation](https://www.awjewelry.com/booking): Schedule a 30-minute design consultation - [About Alan Wood](https://www.awjewelry.com/about): The artisan's story and workshop - [Journal](https://www.awjewelry.com/blog): Craft stories, buying guides, and jewelry care - [Contact](https://www.awjewelry.com/contact): Reach the studio directly - [Payments and Deposits](https://www.awjewelry.com/payments): Secure deposit options for custom projects ## Services - [Custom Engagement Rings](https://www.awjewelry.com/custom-engagement-rings): Custom-designed engagement rings from concept to finished piece - [Heirloom Redesign](https://www.awjewelry.com/heirloom-redesign): Transform inherited jewelry into modern heirlooms - [Virtual Design Process](https://www.awjewelry.com/virtual-design-process): Custom jewelry from anywhere via video consultation - [FAQ](https://www.awjewelry.com/faq): Common questions about custom jewelry, pricing, and process - [Custom Jewelry South Carolina](https://www.awjewelry.com/custom-jewelry-south-carolina): Statewide authority page - [Beaufort Custom Jewelry](https://www.awjewelry.com/beaufort-custom-jewelry): Primary studio location - [Hilton Head and Bluffton](https://www.awjewelry.com/hilton-head-custom-jewelry): 45 minutes from Beaufort - [Charleston Custom Jewelry](https://www.awjewelry.com/charleston-custom-jewelry): 90 minutes from Beaufort - [Savannah Custom Jewelry](https://www.awjewelry.com/savannah-custom-jewelry): 60 minutes from Beaufort ## Optional - [Privacy Policy](https://www.awjewelry.com/privacy) - [Terms of Service](https://www.awjewelry.com/terms) - [Refund Policy](https://www.awjewelry.com/refund)