It’s that time of year again and we are gearing up for our annual summer vacation. We will be closed starting June 29, 2009 and will reopen on July 8, 2009.

All online orders placed between this timeframe will be processed immediately after we reopen. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

If you’ve ever been to our shop it isn’t going to blow you away with how much jewelry sits in our showcases.

A museum, we are not.

CRAIG COYNE is more like an amusement park ride. You have an idea of what thrills you and the same old ride isn’t going to cut it. Not this time anyway.

The woman who gets this ring doesn’t even now she’s in for the ride of her life! She better grab a seat and hold tight because the thrill is going to last, and last and last for a very long, long time!

If you read the title quickly you may think I’ve gone crazy and decided to be a food critic. Sorry but Chicken Cordon Blue is NOT on the menu here!

This very attractive natural blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring was, however, “Cooked To Order” for Mr. Corbin.

I present you with “The Corbin Blue”.

Yes, you can name your jewelry, especially when it comes from CRAIG COYNE and was made exclusively with you in mind.

Congratulations to the Corbins.

Cheers,

Sam

For those of you who missed our Colored Gemstone Show, you really missed a great event. The gemstones looked like bright Easter candy in the showcases, begging to be picked up and admired. The colors were so intense. Stunning!

We gave away this magnificent Tanzanite. Rebecca, I can’t wait to see what the hubby does with it as a surprise for you!

If you haven’t heard me say it….THANK YOU everyone for making our shows the best around!

Phil and Elaine,

Congratulations on your engagement!

The decision to go with modest use of side diamonds in a clean and contemporary style, make this Asscher cut diamond pop! Of course, the Asscher is huge and of exceptional quality so we could have put it in a bucket of mud and it would still shine from here to Canada! LOL.

My job is great!

Cheers,

Sam

All the best to you both!

This engagement ring is an outstanding example of an era long ago. After some hallmark research, we learned the company who made it was founded in Pittsburgh in the 1860’s. Later moving to Baltimore in 1874 it continued until it burned to the ground in 1930.

Not only does thing ring come with heritage from an important maker in our area, it also has important connections to an important family in Mt. Vernon, Baltimore. A private residence overlooking the Washington Monument, by the Peabody Conservatory and The Engineers Club was one of several places the family called home.

By falling in love, Joel carries the past glamour of this ring into a bright new future. Well done!

I write a lot about artistic ability and about the people that inspire us to make beautiful jewelry.

I forget sometimes that many clients find us because of our credentials and longstanding history in the jewelry business.

Whether you like our style or find our knowledge and experience comforting, we appreciate the business.

When WBAL Channel 11 needed expert advise on a feature story about selling your gold, the I-Team called on us for help.

CRAIG COYNE is a trusted name in your community and we plan on keeping it that way!

If you are curious here are parts of the undercover investigation:

Tips For Selling Gold Jewelry
http://www.wbaltv.com/video/18869801/index.html

Web Extra: Guesstimate Gold Weight
http://www.wbaltv.com/video/18861214/index.html

Web Extra: Think Before You Scrap
http://www.wbaltv.com/video/18861208/index.html

If the store you shop at seems less than thrilled to entertain your ideas, check this out!

Ed wanted everything to be perfect and started by introducing me to his fiancée and her mother. After we captured important information, Ed and I worked together to make the perfect engagement ring.

Sometime Friday night, when I was in Baltimore watching Monster Trucks and later having sushi in Mt. Vernon (odd combo, I know…LOL), Ed proposed!

I just got an email from Ed, who wrote, “I asked her. She said “YES!”

Masterfully hand engraved with flowing images of Cherry Blossoms makes this ring one of a kind!

Congratulations!

Sam

When we send mail, it is our intention that you find it meaningful and important to read. Trying hard not to be a nuisance, CRAIG COYNE sends a simple postcard with a simple message.

Apparently a few of you got our message!

Beginning at 7:30AM on Valentines Day, our loyal customers began to form a line in front our Historic Ellicott City store.

Our best guess is that 150 people showed up that day.

We appreciate it all and hope that our jewelry is being worn daily and cherished always.

Thank you kindly.

Cheers,

Sam Coyne

If you are becoming frustrated and not finding a great wedding band, come see us. Your ideas are taken seriously and we do our best to help you see them come to life.

Meghan’s engagement ring is lovely, but a normal wedding band creates lots of open spaces and she didn’t like that.

One trick we show our customers is to create a stronger sense of balance and the spaces don’t seem to bother you so much.

Try stacking a ring on each side. We made two identical bands using similar diamond shapes and setting styles. Because the spaces are balanced and uniform, they became a benefit in Meghan’s eyes!

The use of negative space is an artistic approach that we handle better than most.

An inherited engagement ring can pose some problems when it comes time to choosing a wedding band.

Don’t let what is on the market today dissuade you from what you really have in mind.

If you pay attention to just a few design elements, you will be amazed at how a new wedding band will compliment what you already own.

This is what we did for Vikas and Shailer and we think it’s looking pretty good!

Cheers,

Sam

Sometimes a dream piece of jewelry already exists in the world, almost as if someone read your mind and built it for you.

After a consultation, we provide samples of well-made jewelry in the styles and budgets that are important to you.

This sapphire and diamond ring saves us the time and expense of making it ourselves.

Many people wonder about our logo/tag line, YOU WARE.

The process behind creating a quality piece of jewelry is very complicated and blends technical details with artistic style. That is true of all jewelry, but what about the jewelry you want to wear? Doesn’t it also have to be affordable and lasting? Shouldn’t the jewelry you wear be special?

Making decisions without getting to know your customer first, is foolish and costly. We put people first, making something unique and well-suited for you to wear. If we did our job well, the jewelry you take home is deeply intimate, expressing who you are, what you believe and what’s in your heart.

Anyone can make stuff including jewelry and without a commitment to you as a person that’s all it will ever be. We believe the world is filled with ordinary things and we simply do not wish to contribute to it in any way.

Craig Coyne doesn’t have stuff, what we offer even goes beyond ordinary jewelry. What Craig Coyne creates is for you to wear and for you alone.

It is YOU WARE.

Professionally,

Sam Coyne
President
CRAIG COYNE JEWELERS, INC.

When Chris and Kristen first came to see me, they had specific ideas. Fortunately for me their design sense was solid and they were artistic.

Here’s the fruit of our efforts. It took many weeks to make and so it should. If it were easy to do, we wouldn’t find it so striking!

Congratulations to Chris and Kristen! (very cool couple – very cool ring)

More than a million people gathered in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the inauguration of the forty-fourth president of the United States. With so many people coming together, the social scene exploded. Parties and a parade, luncheons and dinners, people gathered with hopes of a better future. Several Craig Coyne originals made it to Washington, D.C. adorning our clients and adding to the excitement and scene.

For a moment, just imagine the sheer volume of intimate moments that were shared during such an event. I want to share one of those personal moments with you.

Surrounded by a sea of strangers, Jon and Jess went ice skating outside, the weekend before the inauguration. Jon proposed. Many of their friends were included and witnessed as Jon put the ring on her finger and Jess said, “Yes!”

A crowd of more than a million anonymous people, doesn’t compare to the satisfaction of helping two people personally.

I wish you the very best!

Without ever meeting her, the woman about to receive this engagement ring is someone I like.

One statement only and I was convinced.

Her boyfriend stood in my store and simply said, “I wouldn’t need a ring at all. She’s not that kind of girl. She will say yes regardless.”

For the woman who will wear this ring, I will be your family jeweler for the rest of your life. That is assuming you do indeed say yes! LOL

Congratulations Eli!

With the holidays at an end, Craig Coyne Jewelers needs a break. We will be closed as of January 19, 2009 and will reopen on January 28, 2009.

All online orders placed between this timeframe will be processed immediately after we reopen. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

Every girl has her own wishes. Some would say “YES!” even without a ring.

It is wonderful when a ring and a wish arrive simultaneously.

Congratulations to Sam and Casey!

Being married for ten years causes some men to do crazy things.

As if retiring from the Navy isn’t enough, Bailey also had to conquer one of his wife’s ultimate dreams.

Behold the fruit of our labors.

Bailey and Kathy,

Thank you and congratulations!

All the best,

Sam

“Mom! You should get this one because of how important the whole Celtic thing is to you!”

And so she did…

Sue,

I just want to thank you and your husband (and daughter) for coming to Craig Coyne.

Congratulations!

Sam

A DC resident stepped up to the plate with this fancy colored sapphire and diamond engagement ring that we made for him.

The sapphires step down from the center, offering simple architecture and better contrast.

We reviewed and matched sapphires, chose an ideal cut diamond of exceptional quality in the center and made the ring entirely of platinum.

Quality construction takes time and effort, but we feel it makes all the difference.

Congratulations to Bill and Teresa!

All The Best,

Sam

SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS IN DECEMBER

Friday, December 5th, Open Until 12AM (Midnight Madness)
Friday, December 12th, Open 10am – 8pm
Monday, December 15th, Open 10am – 6pm
Tuesday, December 16th, Open 10am – 6pm
Friday, December 19th, Open 10am – 8pm
Monday, December 22nd, Open 10am – 6pm
Tuesday, December 23rd, Open 10am – 6pm
Wednesday, December 24th, Open 10am – 3pm
Thursday, December 25th, Closed
Friday, December 26th, Closed

If the days are not listed, we will be here normal business hours. If you have any questions, feel free to shoot us an e-mail or give us a call 410-480-2210.

Your girlfriend is leaving from Florida to work on a cruise ship for four months. You live in Maryland and go to school in Pennsylvania.

Sounds like the beginning of a sad country song, minus the pick-up truck and dog.

Many people grab a hold of opportunity, but Bryan catapulted himself over almost every obstacle to land himself squarely where he wanted.

Ring in hand and determined to propose before she left, Bryan reversed the sadness of saying good bye, replacing it with the excitement of engagement and dreams of a future together.

Take a look at the ring. I think the cruise ship will navigate safely home with the beacon of light coming of this baby!

Congratulation!

Sam

Promotion applies to in stock items only.

The second item must be of equal or lesser value prior to the discount. The discount does not apply to engagement rings, loose diamonds, diamond studs, special orders, and services.

Not valid on prior purchases and may not be used in combination with any other offers.

One discount per household.

Offer expires Dec 24th, 2008.

All discounts are with our discretion and approval only.

Limited to a single transaction receipt, both items are directly associated with each other. Any returns/exchanges will influence the purchase price of what remains and additional fees may apply.

For example;
If you wish to return the regularly priced item, the promotional price on the second becomes void.

Dear Heather,

Your boyfriend came to me with a clear idea about what he wanted, the very best. But there is something I want you to know. The best wasn’t enough for Todd. He wanted a well-done, unique ring that reflected your taste and his sentiment.

Todd never stopped thinking about you and how to make you happy. I could see him asking himself, “Will she like it?”.

I am thrilled that you do.

The very best of anything means nothing without truly caring. Congratulations on finding the one who does.

Warm Regards,

Sam

This story is a good one. When they first dated he was given a “five and dime” silver ring that was cool but not very expensive. He lost it. Time passes, he proposes, she says yes and the ring shows up! It was smashed into the track below his car seat (I’m sure there is a story there, but I won’t get into that now). The new-found, smashed ring was the inspiration behind what we made as his new wedding ring!

Last night on Halloween, they married.

Congratulations to Grant and Jessi!

Best Wishes,

Sam

They met at college and that’s were he wanted to propose. Off to Ohio he went, hoping to capture the moment on film with a hidden photographer waiting nearby the “The Kissing Bridge”.

She said yes. Not only did the bridge live up to it’s name, but apparently so did we!

Congratulations Chris and Lynn!

All the best,

Sam

Happily married, Tracy and Bryan are beginning a new part of their lives together.

Tracy’s engagement diamond is featured here in a custom-made ring. It too was honored and given a new beginning.

The strength of their family, respect for how they started, and the added value of something new and exciting made this creation particularly satisfying.

I’m thrilled that I was chosen to help. You have my deepest gratitude.

All the best,

Sam

A practical woman understands that a home has many needs, but how many women would choose a steel fridge over a diamond engagement ring?

Fortunately, my latest client made sure his fiancee will have both.

Somehow, I think the ice coming out of the fridge won’t last as long as the ice on her finger!

Casey, It was a pleasure. Congratulations! Please introduce Donna after your proposal.

Best,

Sam

One of the pleasures of my work is watching a proposal unfold.

There is a young woman who is about to be asked for her hand in marriage with this ring.

Could it be you? If it is, I can’t wait to meet you.

Congratulations.

Gail,

Enjoy the beach and your new necklaces!!!

Matt,

I’m very happy your fiancee loves the ring! The sentiment behind using your family’s diamond can only build the romance that much faster for her.

Looking at this picture, the time it took to build the ring seems worthwhile to me.

All the best and congratulations to you both!

Sam

Over a cup of coffee this morning, I read an email from a young woman in Amsterdam. Her name is Bailey.

Last night Bailey became engaged. Her fiance Craig asked us to make “the perfect ring” and I do believe we’ve done our job well.

For all of Bailey’s and Craig’s family, friends and loved one’s, this is what Craig commissioned us to make and this is what is now on Bailey’s finger all the way in Amsterdam!

Congratulations!

Sam Coyne

PS I really love my job!

Jason and Susan,

Congratulations on your engagement! And thank you both for allowing me to help you.

All the best,

Sam

With all of the hype over gold prices, many people sell things they are bored with. Before you act too quickly, consider your options.

Karen decided to reset her diamond into this beautiful new bridal set.

Not only did she save alot of money by investing in what she owned already, the finished rings are so attractive that I doubt seriously that Karen will ever want to part with her diamond!

We will be closed Friday July 4th, 2008 and will reopen on Saturday July 12th, 2008.

All online orders placed between this timeframe will be processed immediately after we reopen. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

If you could buy an ideal cut diamond, a diamond with such precise proportions that mathematically its considered the very best, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could buy a diamond that is more beautiful than others, a diamond graded with the latest in light performance technology, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could buy an eight hearts and eight arrows diamond that is dissected during the grading process with such incredible accuracy that your level of certainty is guaranteed, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could buy an ideal cut diamond with such strong value that the price withstood the harshest internet search available including every major diamond website, ebay, Blue Nile, and Craigs List, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could buy the most beautiful diamond using your own eyes while sitting in a local and comfortable store using the finest available binocular zoom microscope, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could buy the most brilliant diamond with a Graduate Gemologist trained at the Gemological Institute of America who acts as your guide through a maze of questions and concerns, wouldnt you consider it?

If you could be convinced of anything, you should be convinced we are worth the trip. Please consider Craig Coyne.

Congratulations to the happy couple!!!

For those that were able to make it to our most recent event, I hope you had as much fun as we did. For those that missed it, you missed a great time. There was great food, great wine, awesome door prizes and conversation… We couldn’t have asked for a more enjoyable evening. Just see for yourself, scroll down and check out some of the photos.

The thrilled Travel Voucher Winner!

Another Happy Winner!

Happy Raffle Winner!

Good times!

Happy Faces!

Careful attention does make a difference.

Craig Coyne invites you to enjoy an evening at the VIP opening of our most recent Estate Jewelry & Diamond Collections on Saturday, April 5th, 2008 from 5-9pm. Please RSVP by calling 410.480.2210

The Estate Jewelry and Diamond Reception may prove to be a favorite for customers. Not only will you be able to enjoy a lovely party and possibly win a great gift, but you will also get a free gift if you buy something. Look for our special markers to tell which items have been specially priced for the event. If you love Estate Jewelry and Diamonds, now may very well be the best time to buy!

 

Bring Friends ~ Get Rewards

If you introduce someone new to us, we would very much appreciate it. If they decide to make a purchase, you will earn $25.00 off your next purchase and your guest will earn $10.00 off their first purchase. If a friend or two couldnt join you, please ask for a few referrals cards to take along. The same benefits apply. If you are wondering why an existing customer gets more money, its because we believe our existing customers should always get a better deal.

Gift with Purchase

Everyone who makes a purchase during the Estate Show & Diamond Reception will receive a FREE GIFT with Purchase. Our gift is a Sterling Silver, Heart- Shaped Locket with a decorative embossed frame. The locket holds two photographs and is suspended on an eighteen inch, Sterling Silver chain. If you decide to put something on layaway or special order an item during the Reception, you will also receive the FREE GIFT when you make your final payment. The retail value of the locket is $75.00.

Giveaways

All our guests will receive a Raffle Ticket at the door. KEEP YOUR TICKET! Throughout the evening you could win jewelry, services and gift certificates. You must be present to win. The longer you stay, the more likely you will win. You can only win one time. However, if you win a raffle prize you are still eligible to win the Travel Voucher!

WIN a $1000 Travel Voucher

At some point during the Estate Jewelry and Diamond Reception we will be giving away a $1000 Travel Voucher. You must be present to win! Just call our corporate travel agency to book your next vacation. The agency will call us for payment up to $1,000.00 and off you go! If you already won a raffle prize you are still eligible to win the Travel Voucher!

 

*One prize per customer. Everyone gets a chance at winning the Travel Voucher. You must be present to win. None of the gifts are redeemable for cash or exchangeable.

As we enter the New Year, we will be making some changes to our website which will help you browse easier and also let you learn about our vendors. Inventory on the web may be a bit scarce during this process and we apologize in advance for any inconvenience.

Our Estate Show will be held during regular store hours. Saturday 15th from 10am-6pm and Sunday 16th from 12pm-5pm. We hope to see you there!

On December 7th, we will be open until 12am for Midnight Madness. Come shop and dine all night long. Bring the kids; Santa arrives at 7:30pm! Don’t worry about the parking because there will be a free trolley service available all weekend long. Hope to see you there.

Closed Monday 19th, November through Thursday 23rd, Novemeber.

Re-Open Friday, November 23rd.

SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS IN DECEMBER

Friday, December 7th, Open Until 12AM
Friday, December 14th, Open Until 9PM
Monday, December 17th, Open 10AM-6PM
Tuesday, December 18th, Open 10AM-6PM
Friday, December 21st, Open Until 9PM

The polls are in and lady’s night was a huge hit!

Thank you all for joining us and if you didn’t make it…well, you missed a really good time!

Cheers,

Sam Coyne

....$11,950.00 worth?

Here is a set made for a happy couple. These bands are George Sawyer and are mirror images of one another.

Hi Ladies,

We hope that you will join us on this special evening just for you. The evening will be filled with fun, conversation, light hor’dourves, and drinks. Absolutely No Sales Will Be Allowed.

Instead, you can fill out a wish list to let everyone know exactly what you want. For every wish list completed, we will donate $5 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and you will be entered into a drawing for a $500 Craig Coyne Jewelers Gift Certificate.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars. Date night with your jeweler is November 9th from 6pm-9pm! Hope to see you there.

The store is looking great. Won’t be long now….

Over the next couple of weeks, we are having work done at the store. Please pardon our mess while we give our storefront a fresh new look. It’s going to be awesome!!!

...to help jog your memory.

The owner of this ring will be having a phenomenal 10th wedding anniversary!

...resetting a diamond you own can be cute and affordable.

A work in progress…

If you have lots of jewelry and none of it is particularly valuable, you may think it’s not worth appraising. What if your whole jewelry box was stolen? Now, all of those moderately priced pieces of jewelry have added up to a large financial loss to you.

After doing some research, I learned that theft is at an all time high. I then spoke with some customers and was amazed at how many had suffered losses. That’s when I decided to take action and create a plan that will truly protect my customers. The Complete Protection Package is here.

The policies within this package include:

Never Without – the appraisals will be done in front of you, while you wait so that you never have to leave your jewelry.

Continuous Update – our sophisticated information management works continuously so that we can notify you when the value of your jewelry changes.

Replacement – our digital imaging equipment is superior, giving us the ability to re-create your jewelry if you ever suffer a loss.

Always Clean – we will professionally clean your jewelry for free whenever you like, for a lifetime.

Safety Check – we will professionally examine your jewelry for free in an effort to prevent loss and we’ll do it for a lifetime.

We have the credentials insurance companies require:

* Graduate Gemologist, Gemological Institute of America

* Member, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers

Local Jewelry Appraiser Elected to Membership in The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers

Sam Coyne President and Co-founder of Craig Coyne Jewelers, Ellicott City, was recently elected to membership in The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers. Having met all the necessary requirements and having been qualified, Sam Coyne has been granted accreditation and the Association has conferred the professional designation of member.

The Association which has members throughout the United States is dedicated to the maintenance of professional standards, professional ethics and education in the field of jewelry appraising.

All members must adhere to the professional Code of Ethics of the Association and all appraisal assignments must be performed under the constraints of this Code.

Wanting to celebrate a significant anniversary in style, my client confessed to me that she has always wanted a ring that symbolizes here family. She beautifully described to me how important her family “nucleus” is to her. Her husband, herself and her child are represented here in our latest creation of precious topaz, aquamarine, diamonds and eighteen karat gold.

I really do love my job!

PS. Nancy, if you’re still overseas…I can’t wait until you get to see this in person! Thank you, thank you, thank you for letting me make this for you!

Warm Regards,

Sam Coyne

Reinvesting in the diamond you already own is always an option.

Fortunately for the woman who hired us to create this ring, the option has become an attractive one as well!

Cheers,

Sam Coyne

We’re back from Las Vegas. In case you missed it, we closed the store to go on a huge buying trip.

Michael bought his way through the International Antique & Estate Jewelry show. He opened numerous new accounts and found some increbible jewels. My favorites are a few Art Nouveau jewels that Michael found at a strong value.

Jesse attended the 16th Annual Jewelry Show where he found fresh, new designers from all over the United States and the world. An “unbreakable” new Titanium collection from Belgium captured my attention immediately. The patented technique makes thin wires of Titanium unable to be bent. I especially enjoyed the delicate and feminine style coupled with the extreme durability. Great for travel, the fashion forward and the “rough and tough” active woman.

If you haven’t subscribed to our e-mail list at the bottom of each of our website pages….SUBSCRIBE NOW…it may very well be the only way we notify you when all of these goodies arrive!

Cheers,

Sam Coyne

PS. We are back to regular store hours.

The entire company is going on a buying trip to an international jewelry event in Las Vegas.

CRAIG COYNE WILL BE CLOSING AT 5PM ON SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND AND WILL REOPEN ON THURSDAY, JUNE 7TH.

If you have a particular interest or something you want for us to look for…EMAIL US IN VEGAS


THANKS SO MUCH FOR UNDERSTANDING! SEE YOU WHEN WE GET BACK!

Sam Coyne

I want some feedback from existing customers. Tell me what you think about Craig Coyne…just click on the CONTACT US DIRECTLY button at the bottom of the page.

If you are feeling like a true ambassador go to google and yahoo and rate us as well.

Thanks bunches,

Sam Coyne

Here’s a little trick that jewelers have known about for years…if your rings are stuck on your fingers, try a spray of Windex! Yes, Windex. Windex makes skin very slippery but still allows you to hold tightly to your ring, making it so much easier to take off.

Cheers,

Sam

I hope that every woman in the world at least one time in their life experiences the sensation a ring like this can create. Congratulations to the adorable woman who calls it her own!

Art and jewelry coincide if you do things correctly. Here are two rings that we were commissioned to create recently. The design ideas are very different, but the strong execution carries both into a realm most think of as Art.

What can we create for you?

Some jewelry is more than adornment. The heritage of the necklace I’m showing adds an academic element to ownership.

The sensation of knowing someone really cares enough makes all the difference.

This image of Olenka and her daughter is beautiful to me. I’m thrilled with the idea that we helped Olenka to become engaged and now her daughter is shopping with us too! LOL

I’m here with Amanda who teaches me pottery at The Potters Guild.

Thanks for making our Estate Show the best we’ve ever had.

I cordially invite you to our best show of the year…The Estate Show.

This year I give you a selection like you have never seen before.

What will you discover?

Friday, March 23rd, 2007 10am-6pm
Saturday, March 24th, 2007 10am-6pm
Sunday, March 25th, 2007 12noon-5pm

Cheers,

Michael Gedraitis
Estate Jewelry Guy, et al