Company History
Throughout the history of mankind, jewel-enhanced ornaments have been worn for adornment. Such ornamentation is especially important among the aristocracy, as fine jewels become heirlooms in noble families, and are often displayed in museums for our viewing pleasure.
Fine Jewelers are defined as craftsmen who have taken the art to new levels using traditional methods as well as modern techniques. Edwin’s Jewelers combines both methods to bring us jewelry which is metropolitan, as well as culturally enriched. The oldest son of a third generation of jewelers, Edwin M Villagomez learned the art of hand-made jewelry in Cuenca, Ecuador, a city known for its craftsmen. He worked mainly with 18-carat yellow gold, producing intricate, latticework type pieces. As a young man, he traveled to the USA where he worked as a jeweler for various retailers. Edwin furthered his studies in jewelry design and diamond grading at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Thus, he learned new techniques which he used in conjunction with his classic South American training.
After gaining sufficient experience, he launched his own NYC enterprise, and began working for the first time with private customers. His workforce consists of his younger brother, John H. Villagomez. Together they form a prestigious team who create a line of stunningly unique jewelry with great attention to detail.
Every design, setting, and ring is customized to accommodate the specific size and shape of the diamond/s and precious stones. This attention to proportion, individual scale, and hand craftsmanship at Edwin’s is due to their unparalleled skill, patience, and discipline. At every step of the crafting process, the jewel is carefully inspected before being hand finished and hand polished. You’ll be pleased to know that the artisans utilize diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds and take great pride and care in finding the best of these precious stones from reputable sources.
Edwin’s Jewelers work with 18 karat white, pink and yellow gold, platinum, sterling silver and leather. They also create distinctive articles, such as sterling silver belt buckles, cufflinks with exclusive motif, and leather bracelets embraced with gold and silver.
You are cordially welcome to view and envision yourself with these jewels; likewise Edwin’s Jewelers would be very delighted to have you visit their Manhattan-based establishment. When you make a purchase, please rest assured that Edwin’s Jewelers will always be there to stand behind the purchase.