Designers · Jewelers · Gemologists
Michael W. Hayes — Designer / Goldsmith
Custom design, jewelry and watch repair, gold and silver purchasing, and one-of-a-kind settings you will not find anywhere else—right here in Northeast Ohio.
Gallery
Work we’re known for
Custom engagement rings and wedding bands, antique and Art Deco pieces, contemporary and colored-stone rings, earrings, pins, pendants, hand engraving, repairs, and more—as seen in our Solon showroom and on the full site gallery.
Showroom & studio
How we work with you
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Visit or call
Stop by the Solon showroom or request a consultation. Tell us what you’re looking for—whether you already have a stone in mind or you’re starting from scratch—and we’ll take the time to educate you on diamonds and settings, not just sell you a package.
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Design together
We specialize in custom, unique settings you won’t find elsewhere—from engagement rings and wedding bands to redesigns, hand engraving, and repairs—so the piece fits your story and your budget.
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Craft & care
At Michael W. Hayes, the fine craftsmanship of the old-world jeweler still exists—meticulous bench work, honest advice, and pride in every piece that leaves the studio.
What we do
Services at the studio
From a custom engagement ring to everyday repairs and precious-metal purchases, our Solon showroom and studio handle the full range of jewelry work under one roof.
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Custom design
One-of-a-kind settings designed with you—engagement rings, wedding bands, redesigns, and heirloom pieces reimagined. We craft unique jewelry you will not find in a catalog.
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Jewelry repair
In-shop repair for rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, and more—resizing, soldering, stone tightening, clasp replacement, and restoration done with old-world bench craftsmanship.
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Watch repair
Professional watch repair and service so your timepieces keep running reliably—bring them in for an assessment at the Solon studio.
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Gold, silver & jewelry purchasing
We purchase gold, silver, and jewelry. Bring pieces you’d like to sell—we’ll evaluate them fairly and work with you on a straightforward offer.
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Diamonds & gemstones
Wholesale diamond and gemstone sales with honest guidance. We help you choose stones that fit your needs and budget, including recutting and ideal-cut diamonds.
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Engraving, appraisals & more
Hand engraving, jewelry appraisals, bead stringing, redesigns, and everyday jewelry care—plus gold and silver work from our designer / goldsmith studio.
About us
Michael W. Hayes Designs
The fine craftsmanship of the old-world jeweler still exists.
Michael W. Hayes Designs is a specialty jewelry store and studio based in Solon, Ohio. We specialize in making custom, unique settings that you will not find anywhere else. Our work includes custom-designed engagement rings, wedding bands, antique and Deco rings, contemporary and colored-stone rings, earrings, pins, pendants, hand engraving, jewelry and watch repair, gold and silver purchasing, wholesale diamonds and gemstones, appraisals, bead stringing, redesigns, and more—see our gallery for examples of past work.
Recognition
Nominated for Best Designer — Cleveland Hot List
Michael W. Hayes Designs · Jewelry by Cleveland’s Hot ListReviews
From clients
Custom design work is superior.
I LOVE my wedding band from Michael Hayes.
Bought an engagement ring and could not have been happier… Michael is clearly very passionate about his work and takes a great deal of pride in what he does… he’s trying to teach me about diamonds… a whole different experience.