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Gem Heaven

4.0 (33 reviews)
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Karley H.

Jim makes your experience so incredible and filled with wonder. Is truly so passionate about the stones Has worked in this industry for 40+ years and has a unique and fascinating knowledge about the people who find and sell the crystals and the history of these markets and their fluxes. Just beautiful gems at great prices for what they are.

My unakite Jasper frog from Gem Heaven! I love it!
Katrina V.

Gem Heaven has an amazing collection of crystals and jewelry, and my experience with the customer service was exceptional! It's a "gem" (pun intended) of Pike Place Market, and I will certainly stop by Gem Heaven during my next trip. Around 5pm at Pike Place Market most of the business had either closed up shop or were going to. Gem Heaven was one of the few businesses still open during this time, which was really awesome for me anyway because I love crystal shops and metaphysical supply stores. I wasn't looking for anything in particular, but hey, synchronicity happens. I found a crystal carving of a frog (my current animal totem) in unakite jasper. I ended up not purchasing the crystal frog though, because I convinced myself that I have way too many crystals already and didn't need a new one. The following day, I flew back home to SJC but just could not get the crystal frog off my mind! Should've listened to my gut and bought it when I had the chance. And, of course, when I looked up the crystal healing properties of unakite jasper there was no wonder I felt very called to it. After I had my "a-ha!" moment I called Gem Heaven and asked Jim, the store's proprietor, if he'd be able to mail the frog to me. Jim was so kind and agreed to it, and he made the whole transaction process so easy. I made the payment with him over the phone, and then he shipped my order the next business day. I received the frog earlier than expected with no issues during shipment. The frog was packaged very well and came in flawless condition.

Gorgeous!
Sheri H.

Gem Heaven is a rock store with all of your rock, geode, fossil and crystal needs from large to miniature. The owner is full of geology knowledge and is very helpful and truly interested in his craft. I received a Christmas gift from this store 7 years ago but hadn't been inside. I've always loved rocks and while playing tourist in the market yesterday, made a beeline for this store. It's small in square footage but huge on its supply. They have everything from ammonite fossils that are millions of years old to shark teeth to a four foot tall amethyst geode to tiny pieces of rock from all over the world. The owner travels the globe to find treasures to sell and add to his private collection. Each item has a tag with what that rock is known for, where its from, the history (if any) and healing properties for those that believe in that. While I was looking around with my boyfriend, the owner approached us and asked us to let him know if we needed anything or had any questions. The store was really busy and many people were asking questions, making purchases and just admiring the beauty and uniqueness of the rocks. This would be a great place to visit while at the market, especially for kids. I collect geodes and will be returning to add to my collection.

Curtis D.

Great selection, awesome crystals and a cool owner! I came back 3 times while I was in Seattle! I got some awesome ruff Labradorite and some awesome other stones. This place was easy to find and the prices were fair. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good affordable stones with a handful of good knowledge to go along with it!

Lapis, Amethyst, Malachite

What an awesome person Jim was! Extremely knowledgeable and kind. It's no wonder he's been in business for 20 years. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

Great selection of gems!!!!
AnneMarie W.

It was the end of the day and I was spent having walked around the market center for hours and hours. All I wanted was food and to go home. And then something magical happened. I stumbled upon this gem shop. It felt really good in there. So I stayed around checking out all their gems. I asked a couple questions and both the owner and other person working there are incredibly knowledgeable. This gem store has been around for 14 years! And they really care about what they do. That is apparent. And maybe that is why the gems feel good. It's cute that they put the qualities of the gems on the price card. And that they tell where they are from, which is common but still. In order to find their location, you have to go down a few levels in the market place. It is totally worth a visit so if you can't find it ask another store.

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A gem in Seattle that carries great variety of gems. The owner is friendly and he knows his gems.

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It's a "gem" (pun intended) of Pike Place Market, and I will certainly stop by Gem Heaven during my next trip.

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