Robert Corio Designs has been a well-known and respected jeweler in Rhode Island since 1974. For 50 years we have been making custom jewelry and continue to satisfy many repeat customers. Our company's single and unbending philosophy is that jewelry should be made in the way the art form calls for. Over the years, Robert has embraced modern technology in jewelry design married with tools and techniques dating back thousands of years. All custom design work is done, start to finish, at our extensive facility in Johnston, RI. Also on site is a gallery of fine jewelry featuring his unique designs often inspired by customers. The only limit to what can be made is imagination.

Robert Corio’s son, Matthew Corio, has taken the reigns at Hegeman & Co. Following in family tradition, Matthew does custom design and as a GIA certified gemologist also performs appraisals. As a designer Matthew encourages the customer to “Custom design your own.” He brings any and all ideas to fruition with the customer involved every step of the way. With Matthew’s expertise, Hegeman & Co. maintains its status as a business built on decades of expertise, individualization, and honesty. The goal is to preserve the reputation for quality and excellence and bring the same guiding principles to Elizabeth Sass Fine Jewelry. This is an exciting new venture!

Also under the umbrella of Robert Corio Designs is our retail store, Hegeman & Company. Located in Providence, RI, the store has been a go to for jewelry design, repairs, appraisals, and other services since 1970. The original owner, Richard Hegeman, was both a lapidary and jewelry designer. Richard Hegeman and Robert Corio had a longtime friendship, so upon Richard’s passing it seemed fitting that Robert purchase the storefront and carry on the Hegeman name. The store still has some of Richard’s designs, and his bench and a plethora of old tools are still a part of the shop’s decor.