Who is Katherine Huang and What Does She Do?
I provide Personal Jewelry Consulting Services to discerning clientele. My mission is to provide a luxurious, fun and personalized shopping experience that gives my clients exceptional service, quality and value. I strive to give honest guidance and fantastic pricing so clients can trust they are making astute choices when buying fine jewelry pieces. My expertise is backed by GIA education and certification, specializing in diamonds.
If you find yourself in the market for a fine jewelry piece - be it an engagement ring, pair of diamond earrings, or a new bracelet, we can arrange private showings (by appointment at your home or work) with pieces specifically catered to your budget and the styles you are interested in. All the options that I bring are already pre-selected to be within your budget and have already been negotiated to the lowest prices that dealers are willing to sell at, so you can rest assured that you are receiving the best pricing possible for that piece.
I also have experience designing custom pieces for people who would like to use heirloom or existing pieces to create a fresh, new piece that fits their style. These pieces are custom cast from scratch so that you know your piece will be unique to you.
Below (and in the Custom Designs section, link is to the right) are some samples of custom pieces that I’ve designed with and for my clients. Feel free to look around!
If you are interested in my services or would like to know more, please contact me at katherine@personaljewelryshopper.com You may also telephone me directly at 617.335.7617. I look forward to serving you!
Each month, a portion of all profits goes to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Boston.
No commentsTeal Diamond Earrings
Teal diamonds. A perfectly matched pair of round blue diamonds, weighing .64 carats. The center stones are surrounded by another .19 carats of white SI clarity F color diamonds, making a total of .83 carats total diamond weight.
The loose stones were matched first, and the setting made specifically to house these extraordinary gems. Not only is it rare to find colored diamonds in this size, it is even rarer to find colored stones in this clarity. Set in 14 karat white gold. Original and impeccable, available for $1175. And yes, of course, the matching pendant is available for $875.
No comments“Katherine recently helped me to have my wedding band reset. I told her what I wanted and the finished product was PERFECT. She went out of her way to meet me and work with me which was great b/c I was in town for a limited amount of time. She is so trustworthy - I had no concerns leaving my ring in her care. Katherine is fantastic to work with and can translate your ideas into the physical product you desire. She is the best!”
-Melissa S. Ocean Springs, MS
No comments“Katherine is a lifesaver! Not only does she provide impeccable service (a rarity these days), but she has great taste and really strives to get to know her customers before making her suggestions. Katherine’s been there every step of the way with my wife - from when we started dating (with small pieces of jewelry), to our engagement (which she helped custom design), to our wedding bands (again custom designed), to gifts for our family and friends. She always finds exactly what we’re looking for - importantly within our budget. With this kind of service, I’m never going to a jewelry store again! Give her a try - you won’t regret it! ”
-Richard L. Boston, MA
No comments“I was looking for a tennis bracelet for my wife for our anniversary. I looked around and was shocked to see the variety of bracelets and prices. Katherine simplified the whole process and found an amazing bracelet. It was such a relief to have Katherine’s expertise. My wife absolutely loves that bracelet… Thanks Katherine.”
-Daniel M. Boston, MA
No comments“I have had the most wonderful experiences shopping with Katherine. She knows my tastes explicitly and finds the most beautiful and unusual pieces, and at amazing prices. I have sent her on “mission impossible” on more than one occasion and she always comes through, whether it’s a matching piece or something custom made. Katherine has the keenest eye and is extremely knowledgable. She is a great advocate for the customer, and gets you the best gems at the best prices. Thank you! ”
-Joanne S. Chicago, IL
No comments“Katherine helped my fiancée and I purchase an engagement ring. We gave her a general description of what we were looking for and she was able to find a number of great choices for us. She helped us save time and money. Katherine offers an invaluable service and I would recommend her to anyone.
Thank you, Katherine. ”
-Kevin Boston, MA
No comments“Katherine helped my find the diamond for my engagement ring and also helped design the setting for it and I couldn’t be happier with the final product!
Working with Katherine has been a total blessing in my process of looking for an engagement ring for my fiancee. I first called Katherine with a sense of what I wanted but I wasn’t really sure of how the whole ring shopping process worked. She went through all of the details with me for finding a stone and what she could offer as far as settings. Throughout the process, Katherine’s personal touches was what really stood out to me. It was great that she asked for a picture of my fiancee so she could get a sense of who the ring would be for. After deciding on my budget, Katherine was able to locate several diamonds that she found suitable for me to look at and provided her assessment and ranking of each stone. Once the stone was purchased, it was when deciding on the setting where Katherine’s experience and professionalism really shined! Although I had a particular setting in mind, Katherine helped me understand why my original idea may not have been the best fit for the stone I had bought. She explained her concerns and then suggested a few ideas and small changes that would really make the diamond stand out. Rather than just go with what I wanted, Katherine strove to give her assessment, in order to create the best ring possible. Ultimately, I was able to have a custom made setting that blended the best features of the various settings that I liked. When the final product arrived, I was amazed at how stunning the ring looked. The ring looked even more beautiful on my fiancee’s finger! Thank you Katherine for your patience and input, the ring couldn’t have come out better!”
- Jason W. San Francisco, CA
No commentsCushion Cut Green Tourmaline with Pave Diamonds
My choice for the October piece of the month is a 1.41 carat cushion cut green tourmaline, surrounded with pave diamonds. I came upon the setting much by chance and have had in my head for some time now that I would like to make a ring with a green stone.
My first choice for a green stone is always an emerald, but they just don’t wear well in rings. Since tourmaline is an alternative October birthstone, I decided to start the search for one that struck me. Many green tourmalines tend to be a bit browner than I’d like, but this one is nice and bright and fit the bill perfectly. The setting has 50 SI1-2, G color diamonds totalling .45 carats, and my favorite part is that the setting is completely open below the stone, allowing maximum light to flow underneath. It is a comfort-fit setting, which means that the insides of the ring are rounded, making it sublimely comfortable. I look forward to seeing this ring bring much joy to whomever is wearing it!
Currently available for $1100.00.
No commentsPINK Magazine Gift Certificates
If you attended the Boston PINK Conference and received a gift certificate for my services, I look forward to collaborating! Please feel free to call me directly to discuss what you’d like to see or to talk about designing a piece together.
Please note that the following restrictions apply to the gift certificate:
- Showings must be arranged by appointment, and within an 18 mile radius of Boston proper.
- I reserve the right to refuse service if I perceive a security risk.
- The gift certificate is valid for one phone/email consult and one in-person consult.
- The card may not be redeemed for cash. Unfortunately, I cannot replace it if lost or stolen.
- Pieces starting at $500 and up.

