I worked with Ashlen at Baraka Gems designing a custom engagement ring. The process from start to finish was amazing, Ashlen is an incredible designer and a delight to work with. I was also around to witness other designers in the shop working with clients and I am confident that regardless of the designer you will be in good hands. I look forward to working on my next custom project with the team at Baraka. read more

Jamie was extremely helpful in evaluating some heirloom jewelry for me. He was both knowledgeable and kind, giving me honest assessments of market value while exhibiting tact and understanding of the sentimental value of the items I brought in to his shop. He made the experience pleasant, did not pressure me at all, and gave me good value for the few items I decided to sell. Also, Baraka Gems uses a nifty little machine to determine gold content, not a scratch test, so my pieces weren't damaged. I had previously visited another company, which did use scratch tests, without warning me in advance. Upsetting! I highly recommend Baraka Gems, and am very glad I found them! read more

Very rude Spoke with me over the intercom I guess they judge by the look to see how thick is your wallet read more

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We came to Ashlen on a few recommendations, and were so glad we did! Other jewelers had told us they would be unable to resize my grandmothers antique deco ring for our engagement. However, that was not a problem for Ashlen and her smith. They did a fantastic job making our wedding dreams come true as well as finding us a wedding band to compliment in record time. I am so thankful we didn't have to settle for the big box stores or a ring redesign. read more

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What a wonderful experience. I made an appointment and brought in a few family piece I was hoping to sell. Everything went smoothly and I learned a lot during the process. I felt no pressure and was happy with the price he offered. Thank you Baraka Gems read more

I'm not a jewelry expert, just a fan! I took a few rings in to sell after cleaning out my safe deposit box. I had an appraisal and receipts for one of the rings, bought locally several years ago. Jamie explained the value of each ring, and what he would pay and why. I learned a lot, and I feel I was offered fairly. It's a nice, quiet shop. I felt comfortable, and not pressured. I definitely recommend, and I will be back if I'm in the market to buy or sell. read more

I had an excellent experience working with Baraka Gems to find a solution for my wedding rings that no longer fit over my knuckles. They were collaborative, patient, and easy to work with. I couldn't be happier with the end result. This is the third time my family and I have worked with Baraka Gems, and I highly recommend them. read more

I continue to have an incredible experience with Baraka Gems. I have bought a few pieces of estate jewelry that I hope to pass onto my daughters one day. Also recently got my wedding rings repaired and cleaned. Their service is top notch and friendly. Their selection of jewelry is beautiful. Looking forward to when I am able to make another purchase. read more

Selling my gold charm bracelet to Baraka Gems today was a 14-karat experience - smooth from first contact through assessment and sale. Jamie explained the process and offered me a sale price way higher than I expected. For those in buying mode, the store has exquisite jewelry and mineral sculptures! read more

I've been to Baraka Gems twice now and had great experiences both times. The staff is warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and truly kind. On my first visit, I asked about repairing a sentimental piece and really appreciated the honest, transparent advice about pricing. On my second visit, Jamie helped me sell gold and was wonderful to work with. Beyond the outstanding service, the store itself is beautiful and thoughtfully curated, filled with stunning vintage designs that offer something for everyone. read more

My experience with Baraka and Ashlen was amazing! I brought in a stone I got in Tanzania and an idea based on memories climbing Kilimanjaro; and she made it real just by drawing it out for me. We discussed all of the details and had a fun time going over the dimensions and tiny details that could be done with a casting. Once we got the CAD back, I was amazed and sure this was going to be a gorgeous piece. When it arrived i was blown away by the detail. Any time I have a jewelry needs in the future, I'll be right back here. read more

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We found Baraka Gems after a long Google search of jewelers in Seattle with experience in heirloom rings and custom rings. We felt immediately so welcome here -- from our initial meeting with Jaime to our next meeting with Ashlen. She had made the entire process from sketches to final CAD to production so easy. We absolutely loved working with Baraka Gems and 100% recommend them. They are very communicative and committed to helping you create the perfect ring for you. Thank you so much Ashlen! You are the best and I am absolutely in love with my ring. read more

They resized my sterling silver claddagh ring here. The atmosphere is cozy and sumptuous, the associates were kind and good listeners, and the job was done quicker than anticipated. The ring looks impeccable! Thank you so much read more

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Ashlen did an amazing job of taking rings from three generations that were sitting in my drawer and creating a beautiful design that I can wear everyday. She had great design ideas, considered my budget, kept me up to date and delivered a beautiful final piece that I can pass to future generations! She is current's working on a second design project for me! read more

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Selling an assortment of old jewelry was a straightforward and pleasant experience. Jamie was professional, knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and made the process as efficient as possible. Thank you! read more

I came to Baraka to give my engagement ring a glow-up after 11 years of wear. Ashlen looked at my inspiration photos and designed a spectacular new ring that used my original diamond, adding sapphires to either side. The process was fun and simple, and Ashlen took my feedback seriously to make sure I'd be pleased with the final product. Customer service and responsiveness were great throughout. I would definitely recommend working with Baraka/Ashlen if you're looking to design something special in your budget. Can't say enough positive things about this neighborhood jeweler :) read more

Fantastic experience selling a couple of pieces of jewelry. Jamie was kind, honest and very knowledgeable about the true market resale value of my pieces, and never tried to pressure or lowball me at any time during the process. If you're interested in selling your jewelry to a highly competent professional with an excellent reputation, I highly recommend Baraka Gems. read more

Baraka helped me to get a symbolic ring made for my son using six tiny rough sapphires we had found in a bag of Montana gravel (yeah, they'll send you gravel if you want to look through it). It wasn't clear whether they would be big enough for the project, but Jamie encouraged us to find out whether they could be cut and polished. It turned out that they worked, and it turned out that they could be set in a silver band with little extra accommodation. Each stone was unique in color and shape, and the effect as a group was fantastic. From brainstorming to communication to execution, I could not be happier, and I can't wait to give the unique, meaningful final product to my son. read more

Love their jewelry & customer service! Great estate, vintage, & estate pieces all around. I could spend a lot of money on their store. They also buy gold & other precious metals. read more

The owner, Jamie, helped me out with a ring that wasn't a good fit (literally). I would consider Baraka Gems for my future jewelry needs as there was an atmosphere of class and professionalism that I very much appreciated and admire. read more

The short and sweet version: Jame and the team at Baraka create an experience unparalleled in the Seattle area. If you want bespoke, custom made jewelry or a premade piece from their floor collection, this is the place to go. Our story: I visited three jewelry shops in the Seattle area when searching for a vendor to create a custom engagement ring for my fiancé. The first, didn't meet communication standards for what I'd expect as a client. The second, had astronomical fees for setting stones and creating custom designs. With two strikes, I decided to inquire at my local shop, just down the road. This was Baraka. After setting up an appointment, I met with the owner Jamie about creating a custom engagement ring. Immediately I knew I was in good hands. He impressed me with his knowledge of the jewlery industry and wasn't shy to share what he knows. As a novice in the field i was happy to have someone so easy to work with. The creation of the ring had me deeper enthralled with this place. Flexing his industry connections, he was able to order 7 different ring samples to his store for me to look at in person. I took these rings in hand and selected traits from each one that I liked. The style of basket for the stone, a rounded edge on the bank with taper towards the star of the show, a marquee diamond of the highest quality. I had chosen a different stone and Jamie stumbled upon this increased quality diamond for a very minimal additional cost. Of course, he brought it to my attention and we found the perfect diamond to fit the ring. Once the diamond was chosen and the proportions of the ring were set, it was off to his team to create CAD renders. Shortly after I left that day, I had an email in my inbox with 3D, rotatable images of the ring design. It was incredible to see the creation for the first time, especially because it showed me the flaws. From the render I was able to see that the two accent stones beside the marquee were much to big. I had Jamie size them down and send me a new rendering. Once I saw the revision, I knew we had it nailed. From there he handled everything, collecting the accent diamonds, getting the custom band made and setting the stones. The first time I saw it, it took my breath away. The first time she saw it, she said yes. Without any doubt, I recommend Baraka at the highest level. From custom jewelry, to hand selected pieces in store you cannot go wrong with this Phinney Ridge business. If you're still interested in hearing more, let me tell you quickly about my wedding band. Again, I was able to order multiple custom styles, all in my size. Square edge, rounded, slim fit, gold, titanium and anything else I was interested in. Once we had the band selected, there was one final step. I wanted something special. I'm an audio engineer by trade and I asked for a custom engraving of my fiancé saying "I love you". He wasn't sure it would work, but asked for a clear image and he'd send it to his best people to make it happen. Once again, Jamie's career connections in the industry coming through in a big way. We got the ring back and the outline was just like the image. It matched every curve of the waveform to a tee. But Jamie wasn't satisfied, he showed me, under a high powered microscope, that the laser used for the engraving stopped every so often and left lines in the indentation. Not visible to the naked eye, but clearly seen when taking a closer look. He had yet another craftsman that could take the ring and ensure its perfection. A few weeks later, we got the ring. It was like the lines had never existed and here sat a perfect recreation of my finance voice, laden in gold to sit on my hand forever. For me it wasnt only the hospitality, the attention to detail, the willingness to collaborate, but the true dedication to the craft that will make Baraka my only option for jewelry. Baraka creates an experience unlike any other jewler. read more

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I was so happy with my experience at Baraka. I had engagement and wedding rings that I needed to resize, and another jewelry store in downtown Seattle had told me they couldn't adjust the sizing as much as I needed and they tried to upsell me into buying new rings. Ashlen was my consultant and she gave me confidence that they could do the resize without compromising my rings. They were transparent and reasonable with their pricing, and the whole shopping and pickup experience was very seamless. The jewelry they had on display was so stunning that it made me wish I was in the market for a new ring! Highly recommend this lovely local business! read more

I went to Baraka Gems originally to get my engagement ring resized. I felt like they customer service I received was top notch. They went into great detail as to how the ring should fit and how to care for it. I then entrusted them with adjusting a bracelet of my grandma's (VERY OLD). Jamie walked me through the best way to fix this bracelet so that the integrity would be maintained. I found him thoughtful and confident in his work. We then went back to get my wedding band, They had a large and unique collection of various bands to choose from and I absolutely love the one I found. You can tell everyone on the staff cares about their work and want you to be satisfied when you leave. I don't see myself using anyone else in Seattle for jewelry. read more

After a lot of research, my husband and I chose Baraka Gems for our custom engagement ring largely because of their commitment to ethical sourcing and providing profits to orphanages around the world. This was the driving factor behind our decision to meet with Baraka Gems, and we couldn't be happier with how the ring turned out. Baraka Gems allowed us to bring our own gem (sourced from Northwest Rockhounds) and then they fitted the gem into a ring setting that we chose. Altogether, we only waited a few weeks for the ring, and it was an absolutely smooth and easy process. I had no idea how to get a custom ring made, and we couldn't believe how easy it was to work with the Baraka Gems team. One year later, we are married now, and I still count myself happy every day looking at this ring. I adore it. Thank you. read more

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I have definitely found my new jeweller in Seattle and I couldn't be happier. I came to Baraka after my jeweller had retired in hopes to thin out my jewellery collection. Jamie and his team are extremely hospitable and knowledgeable. I got more than a fair price for my metals and the process couldn't have been easier / more pleasant. Baraka's store front is beyond special and there are so many one of a kind treasures here. I'm happy small businesses like this still exist. Amazing craftsmanships and honest team. Thank you Jamie! read more

Wonderful experience with jewelry professionals in a stunning showroom. It was beautiful, yet the staff did not make me feel intimidated. Jamie met with me to buy some old scrap gold and silver, and he was very helpful and efficient, and I left with a nice $ check. Very happy customer and will definitely return to shop their wonderful collection of estate jewelry. read more

I was on the hunt for a place to purchase some of my items from a late grandmother. I had some very unique pieces that I wanted to go to a great home to be repurposed. I went ahead and reached out to Jamie here at Baraka Gems and he was so helpful. We set up an appointment to come in last Saturday 1/18 and it was a smooth experience. I was able to ask questions, felt comfortable, and Jamie was very informational. He is extremely knowledgeable about all things vintage, fine, and unique pieces. I am looking forward to more meetings and talking about a new wedding ring and band. Great custom pieces are found all over the store and their online site. Thank you again!! read more

I had the privilege of taking an appointment with the owner Jamie personally. He was a treat as was his staff, and it almost feels as if there was a connection made amidst a simple business transaction. Would recommend to anybody for any jewelry needs, especially if your needs require a personal touch. read more

I had a truly wonderful experience with Baraka Gems fixing a broken gold chain. The repair went much faster than I expected and when it was done, they texted me to schedule and come pick it up. I liked the option to text them for scheduling and they were always very responsive. When in the store to pick up, I had to bring my kids (ages 9 and 12) and I was blown away by how welcoming they were to my children. They offered them a free crystal each- and opened up cases of gems to show them all the different types whenever my kids asked questions. It was a truly awesome experience and I just can't recommend their business enough. They have GORGEOUS jewelry and are highly knowledgeable. I would recommend to anyone! read more

I purchased diamond earrings and a matching diamond pendant, made 1990-ish, for our 25th Anniversary. My wife loves them. My entire experience with Baraka Gems was pleasant and reassuring. The staff was friendly and courteous, while the jeweler was knowledgeable and patient. I visited in jeans and a t-shirt, but detected no signs of judgment or disapproval. The pieces came with a 3rd party appraisal. I will definitely check out what they have in stock the next time I'm in the market for jewelry. Oh, and I originally saw the pieces on their website, which has fantastic quality images of their current stock. read more

In a world of over commercialized jewellary shopping experiences, my partner and I were looking for a more intimate experience. Baraka ticked all our boxes and more. The place had a serene ambiance, the people were very personable, patient, and knowledgeable and we loved that a portion of the money is donated for real causes. The options for sustainable stones was also quite intriguing. Ashlen was absolutely the best when it came to our whole shopping experience! Highly recommend for anybody looking for a more intimate, reflective, and meaningful jewel search!! :) read more

I was on the hunt for a place to purchase some of my items from a late grandmother. I had some very unique pieces that I wanted to go to a great home to be repurposed. I went ahead and reached out to Jamie here at Baraka Gems and he was so helpful. We set up an appointment to come in last Saturday 1/18 and it was a smooth experience. I was able to ask questions, felt comfortable, and Jamie was very informational. He is extremely knowledgeable about all things vintage, fine, and unique pieces. I am looking forward to more meetings and talking about a new wedding ring and band. Great custom pieces are found all over the store and their online site. Thank you again!! read more

I wound up with some estate jewelry and I didn't know whether it was costume or real and needed help. I called Jamie and scheduled an appointment and was happy to receive kind, patient, detailed assistance assessing the jewelry, and selling that which I didn't want. He even suggested a place to sell the costume jewelry if I was interested. I would gladly go back if I had more jewelry to assess or sell. read more

Baraka Gems offers a beautiful and serene setting to purchase new jewelry or reset your own cherished pieces. I first met with the owner, Jaime, to explore selling some gold. Later, I had the pleasure of working with Ashlen, who helped my daughter and me resize a necklace and to select a chain for another gem that they reset for me. Everything is handled by appointment, making the experience feel calm and personalized. The pricing is also very reasonable. Highly recommend! read more

They did a fantastic job opening up the pendant loop on some hand painted jewelry from India so I could thread a silk cord through! Very professional job and I can hardly tell the pieces were worked on. I am a very happy customer! 10/10 would work with them again! read more

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Had a great experience at Baraka Gems! The staff were super friendly and welcoming. I had an appointment with Jamie to sell an item, and he made the whole process smooth from start to finish--very professional and easy to talk to. The space itself looks great and has a calm, inviting vibe. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a place that's both trustworthy and pleasant to work with. read more

My mother recently gave me one of her bracelets. It was too small to clasp around my wrist. I looked for jewelers in my neighborhood and found Baraka Gems. They came up with a good solution to a difficult resizing project. The end result was exactly what I was hoping for. I also appreciate their mission of giving. I will certainly use Baraka for any jewelry needs I have in the future. read more

I had a really lovely experience at Baraka. After getting divorced, I decided to pass on some of the jewelry that my ex-husband had given me to my daughter. However, I didn't know much about the pieces and wanted to learn more, so I could tell her what I was passing along to her. I made an appointment with Jamie so that he could take a look and give me a little information about the jewelry--what was diamond, what kind of metal was used, when the stone in an heirloom ring had been mined, etc. You can tell that Jamie truly loves his work and knows so much about jewelry. I know very little about it and learned a lot even during our short appointment. Having had such a great experience for this small interaction, I am 100% looking forward to going the next time I am interested in buying or selling a larger piece. I also loved looking around the store! In addition to the beautiful jewelry, they've created a really friendly, comfortable atmosphere. read more

A friend of mine recommended this place and I am so glad I listened. Everyone there is professional, knowledgeable, accommodating, and so nice-- they are happy to explain the process, do not rush you, and are happy to help. I could not recommend this place enough, truly a great experience. read more

We had a custom engagement ring made at Baraka. The process was fun, easy, and we were very happy with our choice of jeweler. We worked with designer Taylor, who put us both at ease with her humor and warmth. I came in with a strong idea of what I wanted but benefitted immensely from her guidance in stone choice, design details, and durability/longevity factors. In the end, we were able to make a decision between a full custom process (design from scratch) or modification of a setting they already carry. I was impressed by how much they could change about the existing design and choosing this resulted in significant cost savings. I appreciated being offered a more affordable option that in our situation ended up being the right choice. The process start to finish took about 3 months but Baraka was very clear up front about what their capacity was at the time I contacted them. The end result was 100% worth it. read more