Derek Simpson Goldsmith

Derek Simpson Goldsmith Designer of custom jewellery in the Yale British Art Center, Downtown, New Haven, CT. since 1971. Gore, in Paris. Bicentennial festivities in New Haven.

Born and raised in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England, Derek attended the Sheffield College of Arts & Crafts and graduated with a National Design Diploma from the School of Silversmithing. He then was awarded a scholarship for a post-graduate course at The Royal College of Art in the School of Silversmithing and Jewelry in London, England. After graduating from college, he was invited to work in the st

udio of American-born jeweler, Bert C. From that point, he transitioned to specializing in jewelry. On his return to England, he taught metalwork as a professor at the Rotherham School of Art and later at Mid-Cheshire College's School of Art & Design as the head of metalwork. Derek immigrated to the United States in the fall of 1970. He opened his own shop in the winter of 1971 in downtown New Haven, CT. In 1974, he was invited to occupy a retail space in the Yale Center for British Art, the University's great landmark building designed by Louis Kahn. In 1976, Derek was commissioned by The City of New Haven, to design and make a silver pillbox for H.M. Queen Elizabeth II that was presented to her during the U.S. The decoration on the lid of the container is representative of the nine squares in the city's layout. Last year, Derek celebrated 49 years in business in New Haven. He specializes in custom design work and is available for consultation. To make an appointment with Derek, please contact the store/workshop by the phone number or email address listed below.

You are Invited!
02/05/2026

You are Invited!

On January 1, 2026 Derek Simpson goldsmith turns fifty five. Happy New Year !
01/01/2026

On January 1, 2026 Derek Simpson goldsmith turns fifty five. Happy New Year !

Putting the pieces together. Saving the best for last. We thought we would pair up these gorgeous lustrous freshwater pe...
12/11/2025

Putting the pieces together. Saving the best for last. We thought we would pair up these gorgeous lustrous freshwater pearls, hand knotted with silk thread with our white gold ball plunger clasp with burnish set diamonds. Ready to go home with you.

One of our favorites. Lapis inlay by Derek Simpson in 14k yellow gold.
12/09/2025

One of our favorites. Lapis inlay by Derek Simpson in 14k yellow gold.

12/04/2025

What is your favorite shade of blue? London blue? Sapphire?
11/19/2025

What is your favorite shade of blue? London blue? Sapphire?

How many of you have our original brown velvety boxes? We are obsessed with these looks. Available now while they last f...
11/07/2025

How many of you have our original brown velvety boxes? We are obsessed with these looks. Available now while they last for the holidays at Derek Simpson goldsmith.

18k yellow gold studs with 7 mm rhodolite garnets framed by four diamonds each. New for Fall 2025.
10/31/2025

18k yellow gold studs with 7 mm rhodolite garnets framed by four diamonds each. New for Fall 2025.

Jewels for your witches and ghouls !
10/31/2025

Jewels for your witches and ghouls !

New on top. Large moonstone, one of a kind on DS design.
10/29/2025

New on top. Large moonstone, one of a kind on DS design.

From our 18k yellow gold vermeil collection, Aqua featuring pendant and earrings.
10/25/2025

From our 18k yellow gold vermeil collection, Aqua featuring pendant and earrings.

14k yellow gold engagement ring with 1.74 ct lab- grown center stone and two tapered baguettes. By Derek Simpson.
10/24/2025

14k yellow gold engagement ring with 1.74 ct lab- grown center stone and two tapered baguettes. By Derek Simpson.

Address

1094 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT
06510

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 4:30pm
Thursday 11am - 4:30pm
Friday 11am - 4:30pm
Saturday 11am - 4:30pm

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