Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Commissions, repairs, metals, sizing and where to find us.
Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

David has retired from the Old Town storefront and now takes commissions online and by appointment. Email david@goldworksusa.com or call (703) 216-6156 to start a conversation about a custom piece or a repair.

Three stages: you bring an idea, a sketch or an existing piece; David produces a wax model (photos are emailed to out-of-town clients); once the wax is approved the piece is cast, set and finished.

Yes. Salvaging and redesigning heirloom pieces is one of David’s specialties — stones and gold from old jewelry can become an entirely new design.

10K, 14K and 18K gold in yellow, white, pink and green, platinum, palladium, sterling silver and bronze — including two-tone and inlaid designs.

Full jewelry repair: tips and prongs, stone setting, chain, pendant and earring repair, ring sizing and restoration of old rings, logos and pendants, plus most watch repairs and battery replacements.

Wrap a strip of paper snugly around the base of the finger, mark where it meets and measure — then use our Ring Size Chart. When in doubt, David can size you in person.

Yes — company and association logos, medals, presidential pins, family-crest and signet rings, and small sculptures in gold, silver, platinum or bronze.

Old Town Alexandria, VA. David works by appointment and takes commissions online.

Visit Old Town

Location & Contact

Gold Works is in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, one of Virginia’s oldest and most vibrant cities — antique shops, art galleries and fine restaurants all around. David now works by commission and appointment, so email or call first.

 (703) 216-6156
 david@goldworksusa.com
 By appointment · online commissions welcome

Have an idea? Let's make it in gold.

Custom designs, redesigns of heirloom pieces and expert repairs — by commission, online or by appointment in Old Town Alexandria.