Jeffrey Scott Fine Jewelry — Attraction in Amherst

I really wanted to work with Jeff to create a setting for my diamond. Unfortunately the very first thing he said to me was “that’s not a diamond”. I told him to feel free to test it, which he did. It tested as mossinite. I started to explain that my diamond is a Heat and Pressure treated diamond. He basically cut me off and said again, it’s not real. I told him I have my GIA certificate which he said he’d like to see. During this conversation he had someone in the store and kept smirking at him. It felt like he was attempting to belittle me for calling my ring a diamond.

So Jeff, let me explain about brown diamonds turned into white diamonds.

Please note that HPHT enhancement is relatively rare and is not the same as 'clarity enhanced' or 'fracture filled'. HPHT enhancement improves the diamond at the atomic level, improving color inducing bonds and results in a stronger, more perfect diamond after the process and often, D or E color.

Nothing is added to the diamond and the process is permanent and native to the diamond itself.

Pros of HPHT enhanced Diamonds: 1 - Stronger than an untreated diamond. All diamonds suffer stress during their trip up to the Earths surface...in fact, many don't survive the trip at all.

The HPHT process is similar to putting the diamond back into the state where it originally grew...it can relax and heal. Strain in the crystal is relieved and as a result, it comes out a stronger diamond.

The lack of internal strain (or at least, greatly reduced strain) means the crystal itself is much more perfect as compared to a non-treated mined diamond.

I should add that diamonds can and do crack during the treatment if they have many internal inclusions, so typically the clarity on HPHT diamonds is much higher than normal mined diamonds, thought that is a net positive.

2 - Purer crystal - most colorless HPHT treated natural diamonds are type IIa, which is a natively purer crystal than 98% of all other mined diamonds.

3 - Better pricing - typically these are brown tinted diamonds when mined, so they are not as desirable and even though they often end up as D or E color after treatment, their price can still be half of the untreated equivalent.

If you had taken just a little more time, you would have found that my stone IS A DIAMOND. A treated diamond, but still a diamond. It does have a tinge of color to it but that’s ok. If you do some research you’ll find that HTHP diamonds sometimes contain Boron and will erroneously test as mossinite. All the articles state “you should tell your jeweler that your diamond is treated” to avoid any misunderstanding. I would have provided the article about Boron but I think a little research will help you understand the HPHT diamond. The other ring I was wearing with the blue stone; that’s also a treated DIAMOND.

I’m sorry we couldn’t do business. Your work and executing the vision of your customers is outstanding. I really would have liked to see you put my design thought into platinum....

I could not have been more happier with Jeff and Irene! They were absolutely amazing and truly understood what it was that my wife and I were looking for. I bought my now wife’s engagement ring here first. They were both so patient and thorough with what I was looking for. After I proposed, I told my wife I wanted mine from there as well. I am more willing to give my money to a mom and pop shop than a chain. But I also wanted it from here because of how well my experience was. My wife and I live in FL (I’m originally from NH and family lives there), so not only did they help me in person when I was home visiting, they helped my wife over the phone with getting what she was looking for. So they truly go above and beyond. We also purchased our wedding bands from here (over the phone and with pictures being sent). Both engagement rings and wedding bands were custom made.

Fast forward a few months of me having my engagement ring, I went on a hike and decided to wear it. I slipped and fell and bent the ring 🤦‍♀️ However, Jeff quickly and VERY well priced, was able to fix it and ship it back to me. I had it back and shiny as can be. I can’t tell you how many compliments we both get on our rings.

I love this place and there is such a big selection. I can’t thank you enough, Jeff and Irene for truly making our experience amazing! You may be a hidden gem, but so worth it! Whether you are purchasing or trying to get something fixed, I promise you, this is where you want to be!! You won’t be disappointed 🤗 These pictures don’t even compare to what it looks like in person, but I wanted to at...

My fiance had a custom ring made for our engagement a few years ago by another jeweler in CT. Unfortunately, the ring was an absolute mess. Small diamonds on the band started to pop out, so we'd have them replaced and it would happen again. The platinum started to bend and eventually my ring shape was more oval than circular. We then came to Jeffrey Scott Jewelry. They were kind, prompt, and most importantly very skilled & knowledgeable in what they do! We told them what had happened and they walked us through exactly why the original ring failed and what could have been done to achieve the aesthetic we wanted, while maintaining the integrity of the ring. There was no restoring the old ring but they were able to use the stone and materials to create a much more improved version of what we originally wanted. Naturally we used them for our bands as well and once again they couldn't have been more amazing. They helped us find exactly what we were looking for, within the price range we were looking for and even helped us save a little $$ with some great recommendations. We couldn't be more thrilled with their service and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a skilled and professional jeweler you can trust. They produce high...