Bespoke engagement rings
Create an engagement ring around your partner, your stone preferences and your budget. Try a resin prototype before your design is cast.
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Bespoke jewellery · Calgary
Custom engagement rings in Calgary
Work directly with master goldsmith Ian Davidson to create a bespoke engagement ring, wedding band or a piece that celebrates your next milestone.
Bespoke projects start at $3,500 CAD.
Complimentary · 60 minutes · Calgary studio
Davidson Jewels · Calgary
What would you like to create?
A ring for your future together. A band you wear every day. A piece that marks how far you have come.
Wedding bands
Design a wedding band with the proportions, metal and personal details that feel right on your hand.
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Jewellery for life's milestones
Mark an anniversary, birthday, promotion or graduation with a personal piece designed with Ian.
Explore celebration jewelleryA personal design, shaped around you.
Bring the ideas, stone preferences and occasion that matter to you. Ian will help you explore the possibilities, work within your budget and develop a design you can try as a resin prototype before it is cast.
The Artisan
Meet Ian Davidson
I am a classically trained fine artist and master goldsmith. I founded Davidson Jewels in Calgary in 1988 and have spent over 35 years designing and making personal pieces with my clients.
As an early pioneer in 3D CAD design since 1989, I blend classical hand-forging techniques with cutting-edge technology to bring even the most complex visions to life.
Crafted Without Compromise
A glimpse into the atelier. Each piece is created locally in platinum or gold and set with ethically sourced diamonds and vivid gemstones.
Words From Our Couples
★★★★★
"Was recommended by a friend. Excellent quality service by Ian from start to finish. We visited multiple locations prior and immediately took to the one Ian had in display. After several iterative design modifications that he navigated with expertise and patience we are very satisfied with the end product. Would highly recommend Ian and all of the peace of mind that comes with his custom capabilities."
Google Review
★★★★★
""My experience with Davidson Jewels (Ian) has been beyond the five stars allocated! From the first encounter, Ian warmly introduced us to the world of creative jewellery design, taking the time to build a relationship, trust, and patiently supporting / respecting the process of decision making. We know we made the right decision working with Ian. He “gets it” and made us feel so comfortable through the entire experience. I adore the rings he created and receive endless admiration from others. It is truly one-of-kind. Very well done, Ian. Thank you!""
Google Review
★★★★★
""Ian was recommended to me by a family member, and I had the pleasure of working with him to design a custom wedding band. I really appreciated his design approach. From the initial meeting to discuss ideas, to seeing the 3D print, to then seeing the final product - he was fantastic to work with. Having a custom wedding band is something I will cherish forever, and I am so happy that I chose to work with Ian to create something that will last me a lifetime.""
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From Concept to Creation
01
The Studio Consultation
A 60-minute conversation in the studio about your ideas, budget and occasion date, so we can agree a direction together.
02
The Stone
We source stones to suit your design and budget, natural or lab-grown diamonds and coloured gemstones, and you compare them in person.
03
The CAD Design
Ian designs your piece in CAD so you can see it from every angle and ask for changes before anything is made.
04
The Resin Prototype
We print a physical resin model of your ring. You hold it, try it on and approve it before it is cast.
05
The Bench
Your piece is cast in 18k gold or platinum, then set and finished by hand in Calgary, usually 4 to 6 weeks after you approve the design.
Plan Your Visit
Book a consultation
Let's talk about your piece.
Book a complimentary, 60-minute consultation. Bespoke projects start at $3,500 CAD. Bring your ideas, budget and occasion date, and we will discuss a direction together.
Studio Location: 909 17th Avenue SW, 4th Floor (Mount Royal Executive Centre), Calgary, AB T2T 0A4
Consultations: 60 minutes, by appointment only
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Common Questions
Custom Engagement Rings in Calgary — Answered
How much does a custom engagement ring cost in Calgary?
Custom commissions at Davidson Jewels start at $3,500, with the final price depending on the center stone, metal, and complexity of the design. Heritage and high-jewellery commissions can range up to $50,000 and beyond. Ian provides a transparent written estimate before any work begins, so you always know what your ring will cost before committing.
How long does a custom ring take to make?
Your production timeline is confirmed after we discuss the design, stone selection and occasion date. The timeline includes the design phase, a 3D resin prototype for you to try on, casting in 18k gold or platinum, and hand-setting at the bench. Rush timelines are sometimes possible for proposals with firm dates — just mention it at your first appointment.
Do you work with my own diamond or heirloom stones?
Yes. Redesigning family jewellery and resetting heirloom diamonds is one of Ian's specialties — many clients bring inherited stones, old engagement rings, or gold from pieces that no longer suit them. Ian will assess your stones in the studio, discuss design options, and incorporate them into a new piece that carries the same meaning in a contemporary form.
What metals do you work in?
Davidson Jewels works exclusively in 18k gold and platinum. This includes 18k white, yellow, and rose gold, as well as our exclusive cedar gold alloy. We do not work in 14k or lower-karat metals because we believe heirloom-quality pieces deserve heirloom-quality materials that hold their colour, weight, and integrity for generations.
Where is Davidson Jewels located?
Davidson Jewels moved in July 2026. Our private design studio is now on the 4th floor of the Mount Royal Executive Centre at 909 17 Avenue SW, in Calgary's Mount Royal / 17th Avenue district. The suite is a by-appointment consultation space rather than a retail showroom — you sit down directly with Ian to review sketches and CAD designs, and to try on your resin prototype before casting. Fabrication is carried out at our separate private workshop. Paid street parking and nearby lots are available along 17th Avenue.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes — Davidson Jewels operates by appointment only so Ian can give every client his undivided attention. Initial consultations are complimentary and last 60 minutes. You can book directly through our online scheduling page at a time that works for you.