Hanks Diamond Company — Local services in Lexington

I’m a pro-jeweler professionally unaffiliated with this store. I’ve had many opportunities to look at Colton Hank’s craftsmanship under my microscope over the years and met him way back in a jewelry training school. I’m not just speaking from camaraderie when I say he is the most talented craftsman I know. He’s an absolute rockstar at his craft.

This store is a completely different animal from a lot of the larger chain places. The owner literally has his workbench in the back where he is meticulously spending hours handcrafting each piece under a microscope to a level of detail that can’t be replicated through mass production. What you are getting won’t just look fantastic to the naked eye, but will literally impress seasoned jewelers under a microscope.

Hanks is also a former blue-collar young guy that has zero tolerance for the shady business practices and unfair pricing that’s rampant in the jewelry industry. He’s honest. His pricing sheets are remarkably competitive industry. Lexington is lucky to...

After loosing the diamond in my wife's wedding band, I thought all hope was lost. Then I met with Colton Hanks, the owner of Hanks Diamond Company. He reassured me that he would take care of everything and not to worry. He stepped me through the process of ordering another diamond and with ease. His easy going demeanor and soft gentle kindness really made me feel as if he was more than just a jeweler. After a short time he called me back and informed me everything was ready. I rushed to his business and he greeted me with a warm smile, knowing I was about to be pleased. After looking at the ring I could hardly believe it was the same ring. The amazing craftsmenship this man has is amazing. Thank you Mr. Hanks, you are truly an artist in the...

Artistic genius....Colton Hanks!!! Natural talent....Colton Hanks!!! Creative person.....Colton Hanks!!! If you have someone special and you want to give a special piece of jewelry then do something special and don't just buy off the rack. This man can and will work his magic and create a one of a kind piece that will make that special person scream with delight!!! And, you will have so much fun in the magic-making process that the gift is for yourself as well because it brings joy and love. So, thank you Colton for making something so special for my daughter's birthday. My husband and I had a blast and you are as special as ...