Art of Gold
Category: Designer Jewelry (33 listings)
When you're an artist...
. . . is there any difference in work and play? Not when you're Can Van Le. The word "art" takes on a broad meaning. It's more than a lifestyle. Its the kind of personal challenge that ensues each time Can sets out to design a new piece of jewelry. "How can I set this stone differently?" "How can this large stone be set on a finger half its size?" "What's a new twist on an old idea?" This is the process that Can Van Le greets in the morning and follows him to sleep.
Born in Vietnam to a jewelry family of 6 brothers and sisters, his father passed away when Can was four years old, leaving his mother to carry on the very non-traditional duty of running their jewelry store. In 1968, at the age of 18, Can learned the jewelry craft from his brother in law.
Then the Vietnam war came. The communists took the South and their family store. They were no longer allowed to work in precious metals, only in stainless steel. As the war continued, families fled. Enduring a perilous journey with 400 other passengers on a 20 yard boat, Can, his three-year-old son and pregnant wife landed at an Indonesian refugee camp where they stayed for one and a half years. Always practical, Can says, "I brought my fishing line and hook, seeds, and my jewelry tools."
When Can came to Denver in 1980 he had $52 in his pocket and an $800 debt for the air fare. Within a year, still learning English, he was able to pick up jewelry work again. "America has so many opportunities. I love it here. I am able to have so many resources at my fingertips, to make me a better person. Here in America you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. Hard work makes me feel good, because I love what I do."
Now his store, at it's new location at Exposition and Colorado Boulevard, has 14 showcases displaying Can's utmost attention to detail. "Jewelry is such an ideal medium to demonstrate harmony between technology and art. I try to achieve a connection by blending the wearability and beauty of a stone for a practical yet fluid design. Behind each element is the quality of full attention to workmanship that I pour into each piece."
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The details and workmanship art of gold puts into their jewlery design is always superb and their customer service mirrors their skills. My words doesn't do their work justice.
Posted by: sagey, 9/18/2009
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They are simply the highest quality and value in town for tasteful jewelry!
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Beautiful jewel
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Very friendly and down people that know exactly what I wanted! Unmatched customer service and great products keep me coming back for more. I definitely recommend Art of Gold!
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Art of Gold has the most knowlegable, friendly sales staff around-you're treated as part of the family. I wouldn't shop anywhere else.
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They designed a custom wedding band to match my antique engagement ring and it is amazing! It matches perfectly and I love it.
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Great people to do business with.
Posted by: mgs1, 9/16/2009
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Simply the Best---Can is a true artist. His breathtaking designs are not only beautiful but functional. If you love jewelry and haven't been to Art of Gold you're missing out---
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Beautiful jewelry and nice people.
Posted by: S N., 9/16/2009
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Wonderful!
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Just great1
Posted by: D. W., 9/15/2009
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The finest authentic "designer" jewelry in town and a fantastic sales group.
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I have had all my jewelry repairs, creations and sizings done by them for years and they can do anything. Can is very experienced and is able to do whatever I needed created or repaired and they are all experienced and friendly in the store.
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Mr. Can V. Le, designed my wedding ring. It was a unique ring and only one of its kind. If you're looking for an extraordinary ring, I would recommend Mr. Le. Mr. Le and his distinctive jewelries can be found at Art of Gold. Check it out...I'm sure you'll be a very happy customer.
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I purchased a diamond ring from Art of Gold and found the design, done by Can Le, exquisit. Also, the staff assistance was great and made the purchase a pleasant experience for me and my fiance.
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They are amazing
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The Owner/CEO of Art Of Gold is a respected person and he is very honest with his work and his business.
I have known him for over 40 years.
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Great designs
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Best designed jewelery
Posted by: Sk C., 9/15/2009
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