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Jewelers on Fifth

With more than 75 independent jewelers between two locations, brides can expect to find some great buys, from estate pieces to modern, custom-made rings. Wedding bands cost anywhere from $250 to $25,000; engagement rings start at $500.

J.J. Marco

The husband-and-wife design team create sweet wedding bands embellished with diamonds and sapphires ($1,000 to $10,000) set in finely detailed gold. Stackable bands-graced with the signature look of a satin-gold finish sprinkled with diamonds-are among the most popular items ($1,000 to $2,500).

Kentshire at Bergdorf Goodman

This high-end vendor is a sure bet for vintage solitaire engagement rings, with an emphasis on cushion, Asscher, and round diamond cuts in finely detailed mountings. From $2,000.

Leviev

Lev Leviev opened his new storefront last November. He carries rocks for the well-heeled and famous (Drew Barrymore, Teri Hatcher, and Kristin Davis), as well as reasonably sized stones (from $20,000).

Links of London

This London-based jeweler offers embellishments in styles ranging from classic to contemporary. Its "charm bar" has an assortment of sterling silver and eighteen-karat-gold charms-making the revamped version of a friendship bracelet an excellent bridesmaid gift. Groomsmen can find the perfect pair of cuff links too. From $145 to $2,000.

Little King Ltd.

Little King’s resident gemologist Jennifer O’Sullivan and designer Michael Regan can custom-design any ring in eco-friendly or recycled gold. Current best-sellers include the classic Palladium bands for women (from $300) and men (from $500). The Blue Rose Cut sapphire earrings in white gold ($650) are the perfect complement to any dress.

Marisa Perry Atelier

This husband-and-wife team specialize in the thinnest micro-pavé diamond eternity band. Couples can bring in a family stone to be remounted, or start from scratch. Prices upon request.

McTeigue & McClelland

Walter McTeigue and Tim McClelland take over 40 hours to handcraft each ring that comes out of their Berkshires workshop. Their bridal collection, which is carried at Bergdorf Goodman, specializes in durable designs that are tailored to the stone. Standouts include the Flora engagement rings and eighteen-karat-gold or platinum mini-sculptures layered with petals (from $5,500).

Me & Ro

Me&Ro’s designers hand-inscribe Tibetan and Sanskrit calligraphy onto many of their creations. Wedding bands range from an exquisite eighteen-karat-gold Indian diamond pavé design ($5,520) to a delicate band of marquise diamonds ($4,505).

From the Winter 2008 New York Wedding Guide