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Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry Design is a full-service custom design shop and jewelry studio located at 1224 Chicago Avenue in Evanston, IL.

Our story starts with Christopher and includes the team of expert craftsmen and women that Christopher has assembled at his studio in Evanston. The team is drawn from around the country and around the world. They are all outstanding professionals and specialists in their field who share a love of beautiful gemstones and jewelry design. Their expertise and passion is what fuels this creative enterprise and keeps this studio at the top of their craft including Engagement Rings, Wedding Rings, Bespoke Jewelry Design and gifts.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following services do you offer?

Appraisal
Cleaning
Diamond Certification
Payment Plans
Ring Sizing
Shipping
Stone Upgrades
Warranties

What kind of jewelry do you offer?

Antique Engagement Rings
Antique Wedding Bands
Custom Accessories
Custom Engagement Rings
Custom Wedding Bands
Designer Accessories
Designer Engagement Rings
Designer Wedding Bands

What is your average turnaround time for an engagement ring?

3-4 weeks

Reviews of Christopher Duquet

Lexie
Lexie Sent on 08/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Get your engagement ring from christopher duquet!

I can not emphasize enough how much I loved my experience working with Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry and the amazing team of people who work there! My now husband and I got my engagement ring there and from beginning to end, they were amazing. Villi was so gracious and helpful, kept our budget in mind, while helping me find the ring of my dreams. Then, to top it off, when we decided to elope on a moments notice while the ring was still being made, Villi worked her magic, got the ring finished in time and overnighted it to our destination elopement in Montana to arrive the day before our wedding. I would recommend Christopher Duquet to anyone and everyone looking for an engagement ring, anniversary gift, or just something special. They are one of those rare establishments who actually seem to care, aren't just trying to push product, and have a class and integrity that is not easy to find. Plus, I feel like I was able to get something very unique, not the cookie cutter rings the big box stores try to push!
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Sourav Sent on 10/21/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent to work with

Had a great experience working with Villi and the team at Christopher Duquet to design an engagement ring for my fiancee. I had a specific vision in mind and Villi did a tremendous job of bringing it to life while also staying within budget. From sketching out a design to picking a stone and producing the final product, I couldn't have been more satisfied with Villi's partnership and the overall experience. We will definitely be going back for our wedding bands as well!
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Veronica Sent on 07/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My husband designed my engagement ring with Villi. She was able to take the image and symbols he had in his mind and turn it into a beautiful ring. I have received countless compliments on the ring design.

Months later we both went back to have our wedding bands made and once again Villi craftily drew and created my husbands wedding band, and two simple bands to go on either side of my engagement ring.

Every time we went into the store we experienced nothing but top professionalism and kindness from Christopher, Villi and the rest of the staff. I would highly recommend Christopher Duquet to anyone.
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Jonathan Sent on 06/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Got both our wedding bands and wife's matching 1st anniversary ring from Christopher Duquet, and we could not have had a better experience. I would recommend them to anyone!
Ms. Mary Kate
Mary Sent on 01/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Restyle your heirloom ring here! I got a good value on some old gold that I brought in, and ended up not spending a dime of my cash monies on the gorgeous restyling of my mother's engagement ring.

The people who work here are real artists. I love that you can see their workbench when you walk in.
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Scott Sent on 11/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I went to every jeweler in Chicago but ended up back at Christopher Duquet. I’m very glad I did. They are very detailed and do amazing work. We will be back for the wedding ring and future pieces as well. New customer for life. Thanks, again!
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Maribel Sent on 08/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Friendly, professional and experts! It was such a positive experience and the designers really listen to what you want. The best!
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Suzanne Sent on 06/21/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I am beyond happy with our rings. Villi and Terryn are a joy to work with. I receive endless compliments on my ring. They are kind and efficient and make you feel as though your business matters. We will never buy jewelry anywhere else!!!
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User1438410 Sent on 11/14/2013
5 out of 5 rating
On a recommendation from his brother, my husband visited Christopher Duquet twelve years ago while searching for my engagement ring. After that first visit, he (and thus we!) became customers for life. Buying a piece of jewelry from Christopher is a collaborative process, and he and his team's creativity, patience, and ability to understand what you're looking for help bring it to reality. Even if you are not quite sure what you want, Christopher's ideas are endless, and he will help create something you will love.

I recently bought my 5th piece from Christopher. I wanted to create an everyday ring using my son's birthstone. My husband and I went in to talk with Christopher, discussed some of our ideas, and he and came up with a design that I never would have dreamed of, all while keeping our budget in mind. Within a week he emailed me renderings of the ring. From there he (patiently!) worked with us to tweak the design to make it just right for me.

Four of my five pieces are rings that I wear everyday, and each one is worthy of being an heirloom piece. The careful design process and consideration that goes behind each piece makes them that much more special. I highly recommend visiting Christopher Duquet. Everyone we have sent has been just as happy as we are, and we will certainly be back.
Polly
Polly Sent on 06/15/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The search will stop here because Christopher Duquet WILL create the ring you have been searching / dreaming / and hoping for!

My fiancé did his due diligence but as much as he had researched engagement rings, there was one problem - I have a very specific sense of style and knew the ring for me would have an antique heirloom feel, an Edwardian sensibility, and perhaps a dash of art deco design.

This ring was nowhere to be found in this day and age.

To the rescue came Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry. What we were looking for was one of a kind, and Villi and Christopher were able to take our vision and turn it into a reality.

We explained to Villi what we had in mind and she immediately brought out a few examples from their showcase of elements we could incorporate into the ring. We immediately felt at ease - she really "got us."

Christopher, a true professional and artist, designed the ring collaboratively with us and the final product is stunning and original.
We loved it so much that we returned back for our wedding bands.
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