I have been meaning to write this for a over a month now. After researching online and doing some serious leg work to many New Orleans antique jewelry stores my now fiance and I went to Anton Ltd. to see what they had to offer and compare it to what else I had seen. I had had discouraging results elsewhere, one woman in the French Quarter had actually laughed at my budget, and I was afraid that a ring of my taste was going to be impossible. I entered feeling rather discouraged. I shouldn't have.
When we showed up up The owner was busy helping a client with jewelry that her husband had purchased for her in 1980. Yes, 33 years ago. Another client had known him for many years. This was encouraging, but nerve wracking, with this kind of customer service would he laugh at my budget as well? But no, he was the one jeweler that actually listened to my needs, limitations, and took the time to review my pinterest board of ring styles to find exactly what I wanted. We went through many of his rings, I am not infatuated with typical engagement rings, and the one that I decided on seems more beautiful everyday that I am lucky enough to wear it.
The owner is an absolute gentleman, truly considerate of his guests comfort. I did not make an appointment, but would encourage anyone seeking his services to do so as his complete attention is a blessing. He only sells the most lovely of antique and estate jewelry, not the same poorly crafted pieces that all of your friends have. If you are desperately searching for something unique I recommend Anton Ltd. highly. read more