AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts

Jewelry Sales/Design/Repair, Appraisals - Antiques/Jewelry/Items

About us

“We are a full service jewelry boutique specializing in custom design, engagement rings, wedding rings, diamonds, gemstones, moissanite, repairs, jewelry restoration and a contemporary blend of fine and fashion jewelry.”

Business highlights

49 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

“We are a full service jewelry boutique specializing in custom design, engagement rings, wedding rings, diamonds, gemstones, moissanite, repairs, jewelry restoration and a contemporary blend of fine and fashion jewelry.”

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.934 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
0%
3
0%
2
3%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-34 of 34 reviews

Paul G.
06/2015
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Inspected several diamond rings. Was warmly greeted as I walked into the store. I got a lesson in diamond rings, what to look for, how to take care of them. They cleaned the rings as well, no charge for anything.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ELAINE P.
06/2015
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Brian designed my wedding set 20 years ago, and then redesigned it about 10 years later as I was too h****** the original design. When my son was ready to propose, he went to Brian and was taught about diamonds. What I really appreciate about Brian is that he wants to educate his customers. When they later shop around, it becomes apparent that prices at Avant Garde are extremely good, and the quality is fantastic. About a year ago, my son and his wife were back at Avant Garde looking at anniversary rings, and the same professionalism, expertise, and courteous service were apparent with his other employees. I highly recommend this business!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DANIELLE T.
05/2010
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
It went as promised. The owner and his mother are very warm, welcoming people who I trusted with my mom's old pearls. They seem to love what they do and they are very pleasant to deal with. The pearls were ready a few days later than promised, but I was in no rush. I would go back to them again.
Description of Work: Restrung a set of old pearls

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45

Michael H.
02/2010
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
My fiancee and I went to Avant Garde Jewelers to have her daimond necklace modified and pick out men's wedding bands. It took only a couple weeks for the work to be completed. The results were absolutley wonderful and we were ver pleased.
Description of Work: Modified a diamond necklace and made a man's wedding band.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$690

DAVID Z.
12/2009
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
Brian was a pleasure to deal with, he took the time to sit down and explain exactly what he was going to do and estimated the repairs at $25-$30. This was the lowest price that I had been quoted, I had called several other jewelers. He also showed me a light flaw in the diamond using the eyepiece and told me he would move this flaw under the prong to make the diamond look even better. He completed the work in a few days and when I went to pick it up he again sat down with me and explained what he had done. He then told me it was an easier job than he had thought so he only charged me $18. I'll be bringing him all my jewelry repairs from now on.
Description of Work: One of the prongs holding the diamond on my wife's engagement ring broke off. Brian repaired it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18

Thomas C.
03/2009
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
Showed him what I wanted to do, gave me the price, and he did the work quickly (several days) and did a great job.
Description of Work: Needed a necklace shortened.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25

Chris B.
02/2009
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
I like it a lot. They did a great job. They are fun and great to work with.
Description of Work: He made me a new wedding ring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

William L.
02/2008
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
I went to Avant Garde. I couldn't get the ring off. I was offered some cream, which did the job. I explained how I'd broken the ring to the receptionist and the owner. I asked that the ring be repaired and antiqued as it had been when I received it from my wife about 37 years ago. I was called about a week later and told the ring was ready. I went back and picked it up.
Description of Work: My wedding band broke. I had it repaired and antiqued.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$31

KELLI R.
12/2007
5.0
jewelry stores
  + -1 more
Excellent! We have used Brian Hoover and Avant-Garde for our jewelry needs for decades. He helped us design and created our wedding rings, which are utterly unique. I have a gorgeous diamond anniversary ring that he and my husband designed and he created, and since I like to wear it all the time, I needed to re-size several other rings to fit other fingers if I wanted to wear them simultaneously. Brian and his staff took the time to size a couple of different fingers, made recommendations and then did an outstanding job on the re-sizing.
Description of Work: Re-sizing of 2 regular rings and one double ring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
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Contact information

5408 PARKCREST DR, Austin, TX 78731

http://www.avantgardejewelers.com

Service hours

Monday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

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Service Categories

Jewelry Sales/Design/Repair,
Appraisals - Antiques/Jewelry/Items

FAQ

AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts does not offer free project estimates.
No, AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts does not offer a senior discount.
No, AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts does not offer emergency services.
No, AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts does not offer warranties.
AVANT GARDE | Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts offers the following services: “We are a full service jewelry boutique specializing in custom design, engagement rings, wedding rings, diamonds, gemstones, moissanite, repairs, jewelry restoration and a contemporary blend of fine and fashion jewelry.”

Contact information

5408 PARKCREST DR, Austin, TX 78731

http://www.avantgardejewelers.com

Service hours

Monday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM