Review: Custom 18k Fine Jewelry Haul from Vinko (Bvlgari & Cartier)
I wanted to share my experience with my latest custom order from Vinko. This is actually my 3rd, 4th & 5th piece with him, and once again, his work is absolutely phenomenal.
For this order, I went with a mix of rose and yellow gold statement pieces: the Bvlgari Serpenti Viper pavé earrings and the matching Serpenti Viper two-coil pavé ring (both in 18k rose gold), alongside a Cartier Clash small ring in 18k yellow gold.
Vinko’s communication throughout the entire process was excellent, and the quality of the finished jewelry is stunning.
Items & Pricing:
Cartier Clash Ring (Small) * Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Size: 70 (True to size fit)
Price: $1,650 + $82 VIP Insurance (refundable post-review)
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Pavé Earrings
Metal: 18k Rose Gold
Price: $1,730 + $86 VIP Insurance (refundable post-review)
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Two-Coil Pavé Ring
Metal: 18k Rose Gold
Size: 60 (True to size fit)
Price: $2,400 + $120 VIP Insurance (refundable post-review)
Timeline:
Because I ordered these in stages, the production and shipping rolled out in two separate waves. I actually trusted Vinko's work so blindly at this point that I sent the remaining 70% balance for all pieces before even seeing the final photos for the Cartier ring!
April 18: Inquired about the Serpenti Viper earrings and paid the 30% deposit.
April 21: Inquired about the Serpenti two-coil ring and paid the 30% deposit.
April 22: Vinko confirmed receipt of funds and production officially started.
April 23: Inquired about the Cartier Clash ring and sent the deposit.
May 6: Received PSPs (Pre-Shipping Photos) for the Serpenti earrings and ring. I went ahead and cleared the remaining 70% balance for all three items.
May 10: Vinko confirmed final payment received for everything.
May 11: Part 1 shipped (Serpenti pieces) and tracking info was provided.
May 12: Received PSPs for the Cartier Clash ring.
May 13: First package delivered! (Serpenti earrings & ring arrived safely).
May 14: Part 2 shipped (Cartier Clash ring).
May 19: Second package delivered! ---
Final Thoughts:
The craftsmanship on the pavé setting on both Serpenti pieces is incredibly crisp, catching the light beautifully, and the rose gold tone is spot on. The Cartier Clash ring has the perfect weight to it and both rings fit 100% true to size.
If you are looking for high-end, custom 18k work, I cannot recommend Vinko enough. I am already looking forward to placing my next order and continuing to grow my collection with him!