This is a RARE shop, a RARE treat. And rarer still, is the owner Andrew. Andrew is a published author and a world class expert in Amber, an "Amberist"? He is a recognized Paleontologist. Paleontologists specialize in the study of prehistoric life, focusing on fossils to uncover the history of organisms that lived millions of years ago. He is unique with his "hands on" approach as a lapidarist, jeweler and scientist. Taking pieces of rough rock/amber/ through the process of discovery of some remarkable examples of animal [insect] infused amber, and other gemstones. This "shop" has many pieces that are museum quality; some items with a pedigree of having been in a museum. This is a bonus on top of the exquisite jewelry for sale and 'objets d'art' on display. When in Auburn, don't miss the opportunity to visit and gaze at the collection and pick up a piece of jewelry as a beautiful memento. read more

My daughter and I were window shopping in Auburn and stepped into this adorable shop. They have a fun mix of expensive things to marvel at and actually affordable jewelry and stones. The owner came out and I braced myself for him cringing at me bringing a little kid in his store but my daughter loves science so I chanced it. He's actually a kid person and was so friendly. He even sent her home with a little rock for her collection and it made her day! This seems like a perfect shop to do some Christmas shopping at. read more

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Beautiful shop. Lots of great pieces and reasonable pricing. They cut a lot of their own pieces and set them for you as well. Theres something to love in there for every taste. The owner and the employees are very knowledgeable and super friendly. They even educated us on the types of precious stones and gems and how some of them are made. It was a nice experience to go in with my daughter and them talk about all the rocks and gems she loves. read more

Great selection and wonderful owner. Her knowledge of amber is very thorough. Highly recommend this shop.

Today was my first time visiting this local business. They have a great collection of Jewelery as well as crystals & gemstones. The owners are super friendly, knowledgeable & helpful. I will definitely be going back. Highly recommend read more

Beautiful pieces beautiful owners I just love this store best prices in town , next time in back out Auburn Calif I will look them up I need another ring read more

I had some turquoise and silver jewelry that didn't suit me, and I wanted to sell it somewhere where someone would be able to see it, buy it for a reasonable price, and enjoy it. It was wonderful to be able to go here and sell the jewelry and know that it will be lovingly displayed for potential buyers! I was given cash on the spot instead of having to wait for someone to buy it from the store, and it's nice to know that it wouldn't just be melted down for the silver. The owners are lovely, and the store is absolutely beautiful. read more

This business doesn't need any more glowing reviews, but I just have to add another because it feels very special. Yes, the selection they have is really beautiful, unlike anything I've seen, but what makes Amber Collection so unique (other than the vast amount of amber they have) is the vibe of the owners. Andrew is so knowledgable about the details of everything they have without going overboard (this is a fine line to walk when he is a super expert from doing this for so many years, and he can't know immediately how much the customers already know or don't know about the stones or the way the jewelry is made!), and in fact, my friend and I enjoyed talking to them so much we had trouble leaving! Not pushy at all, just warm and kind and accessible. If you are in the area, you have to stop by! read more

Totally by accident today we bumped into this amazing store. A true gem So much beautiful crystals, gems to look and get lost in there. We just recently moved to Auburn, and we are so excited this town is so cool. My friends and I purchased amber necklaces and bracelets, as well as a gorgeous clear quartz from Brasil. And the store owner Violetta is so knowledgeable and fun to talk to, you can tell she loves what she does. I'll be coming back for sure. Thank you so much Violetta read more

It is easy to drive by this store and keep going. You can not see in the store from the window, you can only see a sign about Baltic Amber and a picture of a piece of amber with a spider inclusion. Only a few pieces have inclusions and they are actually more expensive (the insect I believe are prehistoric). Personally, I do not like spiders and bugs dead or alive, amber no bug please for me. This store sells one of a kind beautiful pieces of jewelery including necklaces, rings, and earrings at a moderate price. I did not even think I liked amber until I strolled in there one day. If you happen to be in the area just take a quick peek in and I know you will find it difficult to walk out without making a purchase. If you love amber it is worth the drive. read more

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I was used to their store in Redondo Beach and was shocked to find they had closed up and moved to Sacramento area. Fortunately, I also moved to Norcal area. I visited their store in pretty Auburn. What a lovely town and such a perfect and quiet setting for this store. Quite a haven for their amber collection. It never fails to dazzle in here. I think its a kind of therapy to be surrounded by so much natural beauty all shades of gold, cognac, lemon, bark, ivory white, green, and butterscotch. I bought several pieces that I absolutely love and wear often. The owner was so nice and helpful. Like being in a small European artisan shop. The amber selection is very good. Rings, bracelets, cuffs, earrings, pendants, necklaces, large showy pieces, delicate dainty pieces, its all here. I make it a point to visit this store each time I head into Sacramento area. Its a pleasure to buy from a charming couple who know their product and sell the highest quality. Prices are very reasonable and affordable. You WILL get the piece you want, no worries. Thank you for your lovely pieces! read more

I cannot say enough amazing things about this business! Every single time, the customer service is exceptional and the quality of the products and prices are so great! I had a ring that I needed a repair on and everybody else wanted to keep it for two weeks and he repaired it on the spot and went above and beyond! This is my absolute favorite business and I wish everyone ran a business like this man does!!!! read more

We went to this charming store with the intent of only finding the size of a diamond anniversary ring for our 93 year old aunt as she recently had to be moved into a skilled nursing facility and we didn't want her to wear an expensive ring that may be misplaced, lost or worse. We were planning on buying something online (so glad we didn't). The owners of Amber Collection were AMAZING! They spent time finding a very cost effective replacement that was very similar to the original ring. And they had it sized so it fit her finger perfectly. Violetta went one step further in providing EXCELLENT customer service -- she delivered the ring to our aunt's skilled nursing facility as we live out of town. This was one of the most POSITIVE customer service experiences ever!! My aunt loves her new ring and is at peace that her expensive ring is no longer at risk. read more

For years I had gone to this store when it was at the Redondo Beach location, and was pretty bummed when the owners moved it to NorCal. But being in the area quite a lot, it's easy to get to when passing by downtown. Lots of great product, and at a reasonable price. Beautiful and one of a kind pieces, and the owners are willing to even alter ones. Once, they carved me a rose out of amber! read more

Look no further, if you love amber, other natural stones/gems, unique jewelry and unique gifts--this is your final destination! The photos don't do justice to the impressive and beautiful collection paired with the adorable charm and genuine conversation of Andrew the owner. I picked out the perfect ring and he was able to modify it for me on the spot and offered polishing as often as I'd like. CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE!!! Thank you, Andrew. I'll be back again and again. read more

Recommended to me by a friend, the Amber Collection has an expansive selection of Brazilian quartz crystal, absolutely stunning pieces, and great prices. Andrew was very friendly and helpful with my selection. I found a crystal that called to me. Check em out! read more

I decided to try an amber baby teething necklace to soothe my one year old. I was so happy to remember that there is an amber store right here in Auburn where I could get one right away and know that it is certified Baltic Amber. The owner was so helpful and kind. I recommend supporting this local shop if you are looking for anything amber. read more

I cannot say enough about this business and the owners. I have never had the amount of personal service these folks provide. The pieces of amber are absolutely beautiful and the silver work compliments the pieces to perfection. This has become my go to store for personal gifts. See Violetta and Andrew, they made my day! read more

I came here and purchased an amber necklace for my daughter about a year ago. She recently broke the necklace, so I took it in to have it fixed. The lady who helped me was SO nice. She had a box of Legos for my kids to play with, while she looked over the necklace. Instead of fixing it she just exchanged it for a new one for no charge. I will definitely be back to purchase jewelry from this shop again in the near future. read more

What a treasure trove! The very best genuine Baltic amber jewelry, fascinating specimens worthy of world-class museums, and friendly expert proprietors. Find heirloom quality gifts at irresistible prices, and treat the family to an enjoyable look at ancient history captured in the resin of prehistoric trees. A must-see for anyone traveling through this historic gold country town! read more

I originally went into this store "just looking." The staff was super nice and ever so helpful. Needless to say I left with a beautiful necklace. The prices are great & let me tell you I'm a bargain shopper for sure and rarely by myself anything. Also the selection is large. You could find something for anyone here. I just loved the owners, so nice and very very helpful. Especially for me who was on a budget. I would defiantly recommend checking this store out. Not to mention its in a great location for shopping, lots of cool stores around. read more

The most prized possessions that I have in jewelry was purchased from the Amber Collection. Violetta and and Andrew became trusted sellers and friends. I really missed them when they moved but I still have my treasures. Norma Oliver read more

I have known Violetta and Andrew for about 17 years. While they were in Redondo Beach, CA. I purchase many many wonderful amber items. I was very sad when they moved, but great for them. You would find it very hard to find any better or nicer people in this world. They have beauiful jewelry and are beauiful, kind, honest people. read more

OMG! This is my all-time favorite store. I've dragged all my good friends there at one time or another. And I live over an hour away! Not one has been able to walk out without buying something. One friend was so impressed with the quality and the prices, that she bought bracelets for her sisters and mother for Christmas. And it was SUMMERTIME! You can trust these people. They don't sell the cheaper quality copal that you see in most stores and they don't sell the manmade fake amber. You get the real deal, here. Their prices are VERY fair. You can get inexpensive elastic bracelets that are beautiful, or beautiful, inexpensive, simple rings or earrings. But they also have amazing one-of-a-kind pieces that are reasonably priced. They have the polished bead necklaces and bracelets as well as the raw, rough beaded ones. They have the golden, cherry, green, and butterscotch amber. I've bought rings, toe rings, bracelets, and necklaces here. As the other reviewer mentioned, the store is EASY to miss. If you're traveling west on Artesia (the 91 becomes Artesia), the store is on the right just past Slauson St. You have to really look for that "Amber Collection" sign. There is limited parking in front. I find it easier to park in back. I visited Amber Collection yesterday, May 14, for the first time in several years. I can't believe I'm saying this, but it's EVEN BETTER than it was before! There are MORE glass cases of incredible amber! In addition they have turquoise, ruby, carnelian, oh my! There's coral, lapis, emerald, and jasper. Violeta is still there along with her husband, and the personalized service and genuine, good-soul, friendliness is unchanged. I quickly found a great pair of unusual earrings, which was my goal for the day, so I was soon trying on one marvelous amber necklace after another. I loved one necklace that had almost a charm-necklace feel to it. I felt the earrings were a bit too bulky so Violeta began removing pieces and changing elements until they were perfect. Natually, I bought both the necklace and the now-perfect earrings. There was a very pretty, very inexpensive necklace made from shell. It was really too short for me so Violeta added large pearls at the back to make it longer, and tiny pearls as spacers in the very front to make the longer length lay perfectly on my neck. She didn't charge me for the work or the pearls! There were also some unusual bracelets made up of different jaspers set in silver. I laid one with rectangular segments on my wrist. It looked great, but was really much too tight. Fit is never an issue at Amber Collection. Violeta reached into her bag of tricks, found a large silver link that went beautifully with the piece and attached it to the bracelet. OMG! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that bracelet. I also liked one of the more casual elastic bracelets of large, raw, amber chunks. But again, it was too tight. She pulled out a drawer of amber chunks, found a few she liked, and had her husband drill holes in them. A few minutes later I had a very comfortable bracelet to match one of the necklaces I bought there about 8 years ago. When I realized I hadn't gotten earrings for one of my necklaces that I needed earrings for, out came the drawer of pieces again. Violeta made me a fun, funky, pair of earrings that consisted of two dangling elements one of which incorporated a curved piece of silver tubing. When I left I had in my bag, five necklaces, five pairs of earrings, two bracelets, and a very unusual amber ring. Of those, one necklace, two pairs of earrings, and the bracelets where altered to accommodate either my taste, or my size. You HAVE to check out this store! read more

My husband took me to this store as we were waiting for our truck to be repaired to show me the lovely pieces of amber and fossilized insects caught within. I hadn't planned on buying anything, but the lovely jewelry, very reasonable prices (much lower than I anticipated), helpful (but not pushy) staff/owner, and encouragement of my husband were hard to resist. We stayed quite a while, as the store is somewhat of a museum as well, and the warmth of Violetta and Andrew drew us into conversations over many interesting things. read more

Fantastic selection of Amber jewelry! They have so many beautiful pieces and different colors of Amber. You can get the amber you are used to seeing or they also have lovely creamy color Amber that is my favorite! Do yourself a favor and stop in soon. The owners are lovely people and customer service is their specialty! Great place to shop! read more

Our son and us love this place. Every time we go in there, we feel something really magical about the place. We feel good energy, released from all the gems. But most of all, the owners of the place make this place special. They are very knowledgeable, kind, and generous. They make us feel welcomed, and we learn so much about the stones each time we visit. We feel so luck to have a store like this in Auburn! read more