West Yorkshire Jewellers is a rather large jewellers situated along the main shopping road in front…read moreof the Crossgates shopping centre. From the signage and design I assumed that this might not necessarily be the kind of jewellers for me, but then that was somewhat of a flip judgement. On closer inspection there was plenty there to entice me inside for a quick browse! Cleverly, they had a lot of the second hand deals on display on the outside window. Loads of vintage-looking rings with beautiful stones, all for between £50 and £100, stared out at me temptingly. Most especially pleasing were the garnets, but then that's my personal taste! Along to the other window display I went and saw a lot of items that were perhaps a little more contemporary, sovereign rings and large hoops etc, which although reasonably priced were of less interest to me. Inside they had their more high end collections, displays of some really lovely contemporary items by Fiorelli, Silverline, Fluid and more. They had those ever popular charm pieces too, which don't really pique my interest, but I know a lot of people who buy into them. Interestingly enough, I spotted some 'dog-tag' necklaces for £47, which I thought bizarre and there was also a large range of watches, clocks and timepieces on display too. All in all, a pretty all inclusive range of jewellery, with truly something for everyone! Not bad.

I make no secret of the fact that I am quite a magpie. Whilst walking down the street something…read moreglistens out of the corner of my eye and I feel myself gravitating over to the window. Well aren't I in for a treat. It stands out from some of the other high street jewellers as the window display is kept so clean the diamonds are extra sparkly. All the designs are classical and elegant, I have difficulty finding something I don't like. I know I am here just to browse, I am pretty sure the sales assistant knows this to but bless him he treats me like he would a paying customer. I don't feel like I have to walk out of the shop when I notice a ring that costs more than my house and can just stare in awe for a while. When that lottery win comes in I will be back to actually buy something. In the meantime this is just one of my places to look but at least you aren't made to feel uncomfortable for doing so.

went to leeds for the day with the wife just for the day out.. stopped to look in the window of…read morejohn dyson and within 20 mins i was considering trading in my beloved breitling bentley motors watch for a breitling bentley supersports.... paul the manager just offered me such an unbelieable deal that i had to do it... my original watch was 4 years old and cost me 5 grand..... he offered me 5 grand for the watch against the supersports which was £7500.... fantastic offer and a done deal........ will be back again as the service over the four following visits was the best i have ever had... cheers paul....... daz and gaynor

Delacy Jewellery is a jewellery shop with character. The jewellery here is bold and brash, with…read morelong chunky jewel-encrusted rings that would probably take up half a finger, gold clown pendants, St. Christopher pendants and rings, chunky gold chains and hoop earrings and a wide variety of rings and chains that appear to be aimed at men, with a chunky, angular appearance. This is not an aesthetic that would appeal to everyone, in fact it probably only appeals to a minority of people for whom gold 'bling' has a particular appeal - whether genuine or ironic - or possibly to some Travellers, for whom St. Christopher is the Patron Saint. I happen to love its brashness and I think it adds character to the range of shops on offer in the market and helps to ensure that Leeds Market appeals to as many different cultures, tastes and people as possible.

Sona Chandi Jewels is probably one of the most unusual jewelers in Leeds. Their jewellery is of a…read morevery high quality and exquisitely detailed with a very striking and unique style. Some pieces resemble the kind of elaborate jewellery that might be unearthed from an Egyptian tomb. Such unusual treasures do not come cheap, as many of the items are 22 and 24ct gold and also in stock are platinum, silver and diamond jewellery. They also sell some more demure pieces with simple bangles and pretty, understated rings. They provide a cash for gold service and can be contacted on 0845 347 5681 for a consultation. If you're looking for stunning jewellery with a difference and have cash to spare then I'd definitely recommend a trip to Sona Chandi Jewels.

Sona Chandi Jewels is probably one of the best jewellers in Leeds, Roundhay Road. Their jewellery…read moreisn't very expensive and cheap to buy, depending on the rates. They have a variety of silver and gold jewellery to meet your specific needs. If there isn't something in the shop then you can order it through them. I love the display outside the shop, it's very elegant and different compared to other types of jewellery.

Fantastic, friendly and expert service! We'd been trying to get my daughters antique watch strap…read moreadjusted with no success. Jaz stepped in with thought, great craftsmanship and care to try a new approach and all sorted. All at a very reasonable price - would highly recommend.

We were in Leeds to go to a few shops and nipped into Premier watchmakers and jewellers as we had…read morejust got married at the weekend and we got our son a chain that was too big. Premier watchmakers and jewellers were able to shorten in straight away so it fitted perfectly and went above and beyond offering our adjustment free of charge with it being our wedding. Friendly service, quick and easy adjustment. Highly recommended.

purchased a lovely engagement ring, excellent customer service and very patient. Reasonable and…read morefair prices. Thank youuu!!

Rajput Jewelers is one of several specialists in Asian gold and silver jewellery in the area. It…read moresells a range of jewellery, many pieces in 22 carat gold and embellished with diamonds. They also buy scrap jewellery so you could trade an unworn piece in to begin saving for one of their impressive necklaces or rings. When I popped in for a browse I saw some rather cutesy-looking cartoonish flower studs and figured they would probably be the cheapest thing in the shop, upon enquiring about the price (the helpful and friendly young woman assistant had to act as translator for the elderly male proprietor), the earrings were weighed and I was informed they were £140. Now I'm sure this reflects their value gold-wise (as they were 22 carat gold) but they just didn't have the look quality and beauty that I think expensive jewellery ought to have and can't quite imagine why someone would by these over a similar pair on the high street for probably a twentieth of the price! However, there are many pretty pieces in there that do own their price tag, with elaborate necklaces and earrings that look to be of very high quality and carefully designed. If you're looking for jewellery with an Asian aesthetic or just something different from the traditional British jewelers in the city centre you may find something special at Rajput Jewelers, but you must be prepared to pay the price for the quality.

I love love love this jewellery shop. It is pure vintage and antique heaven. It's hard because I…read morealways feel a bit guilty visiting O & A Hyman, like I'm playing them off against Year Dot, but really that is quite silly. I am allowed to love more than one jewellery store, it is not cheating. They always have beautiful and inspiring second hand vintage jewellery on display in their window, often at discounted or competitive rates. Usually there are ring boards which cover all the precious stones - rubies, sapphires, opals, emeralds, diamonds, garnets, amethysts and so on. Those alone are enough to make me stare for ages! As well as this there are a number of chains, necklaces, pendents, cuff links, watches, ornaments and all other associated items - many more of which you can view inside, with lovely patient staff to help you. Excellent stock, great staff, lovely prices and all that jazz.

O & A Hyman sells a vast array of antique and vintage jewellery, pottery, crockery and ornaments…read more The range of jewellery is quite impressive, with many unusual and interesting pieces at a variety of prices, though generally on the pricier end. They have a glass cabinet full of vintage ornaments, many including their original boxes and mostly animals. One memorable piece was a Humpty-Dumpty sat precariously on a wall with a comically aghast expression! Some larger ornaments sit on shelves at the back including some quirky dogs with bizarre yet lovable faces. The shop is small but packed full of glistening goodies to suit a wide range of tastes. The staff are friendly and helpful but are more than happy to let you browse at your leisure. Their product range is diverse and in addition to the items listed earlier, they generally seem to specialize in anything that's unusual with a bit of history, including medals, trays and pocket watches. A wonderful place to find unique items if, like me, you go for things with character and delight in the fact that a piece has been pre-loved in a mysterious past life.

I may have confessed this before, but I'll stress it again. I am a magpie. So I usually love going…read moreinto jewellery shops. My favourite items are usually antique/vintage but generally, if it shines I'm interested. This shop, however, was a bit of a disappointment. I had a bit of a gaze at the window, almost at this point becoming disaffected, and so decided to venture in hoping for more interesting bits. There was no one there but the door let off this almighty buzz as I entered and then again as the door slammed shut. At this point a lady came rushing in and offered an obligatory "Hello, yes, how are you?" I told her I was fine, and really only having a browse. At this point she sighed and I went to look at their brooches. After a few seconds I heard this tapping - she was standing there, literally drumming her fingers on the counter as I browsed. I did not appreciate that, and began to feel uncomfortable - like I was some kind of unwanted burden. At this point I turned to leave, trying to avoid her awkward stare, and nearly tripped over a huge cardboard box that was next to the counter. I thanked her and left - there was only one brooch I liked anyway and none of them had visible prices. All in all, a bit of a let down, and I don't think I'll be back.

Hmm...Rowena's experience just makes you wonder why they have a shop in the first place! Not good…read moreat all! My experience wasn't that bad - I wouldn't say I was welcomed with open arms but I didn't feel the immediate urge to leave. The jewellery here is, well, pretty average. Like Rowena I'm into vintage or antique jewellery but generally like anything with a bit of character and unusual or interesting design. The jewellery at Oakwood consists mainly of gold and silver chains and a variety of rings, which were ok but none really caught my eye. There was a very pretty pearl necklace in t he window, and a few broaches that looked promising but on closer inspection I didn't really feel that there was anything very special. They also sell a selection of watches and a large range of clocks of the sort you'd imagine sat on a mantelpiece, many with glass domes and brass detailing. If you like quite traditional, unassuming jewellery or clocks and watches of a classic, understated design then you may well find something here to suit your taste but if you're looking for an unusual piece that will stand out you may be disappointed.

Well... we may have been looking for a ring. By 'a ring', I mean, the ring. I know a lot of…read morepeople may not find it romantic to go shopping for the ring together, but if you are spending money on jewelry, you want to make sure that it is something the other person wants AND that it is quality. Having worked in jewelry while I was in high school and college, I like to think that I can at least see when I am being ripped off. I actually found this store online while searching for 'jewelry stores in Manchester'. The store is in Leeds and the other branches of the store, also not in Manchester. However, I am glad I looked and glad that Mr. Snarky was up for a trip to Leeds. If you call the number at the bottom of the website it goes to their head office and they can provide you with the number of the store you wish to contact. I didn't realize there were multiple locations. And if you are shopping online, I don't believe they include which location a particular item is at. While I realize it might be a security issue, driving an hour and a half (traffic was a bit of a nightmare) to Leeds to hear a staff member say, "Not sure if that one is here at this store" made my heart sink. If you are looking for a particular item, you may want to call ahead to make sure you end up at the right store. This location is in the Crossgate Shopping Centre with a couple of car parks available. From the outside, I saw that they do a bit more than jewelry... like pawnbroking, cheque cashing, etc. The store is small, but it is very nice inside. Mr. Snarky suggested we have a look at the window display and see if there were any rings I liked the look of that weren't on the website. After having a look, we buzzed to be let in and were warmly greeted. We did have to go back out in order to show them what rings we were interested in looking at and I did have to pull up a picture of the ring I was interested in so they could locate it. Fortunately the other staff member recognized it as soon as she saw it and said that she had seen it just the other day! Phew! I got to try them on and the lady told me more about each of the rings... the one I was very interested in was a previously owned ring, but was specially made... meaning it is one of a kind!!!! That's what I was looking for as I don't want the ring everyone else has. They offered free ring sizing, but were unsure of when it would be ready because of the holidays and offered to call me in a day when the man who does repairs and ring sizings would be in. First thing on Monday morning, I had a call and my ring will be ready this week! The two staff members have been so helpful and friendly and really made the process quite easy. They also asked what I was looking for and what the budget was and were able to provide some other options to look at... because every girl enjoys trying on rings! While I know they want to sell jewelry, they seemed genuinely excited about the ring I chose over the others because of its uniqueness. I am excited to go back and pick up the ring and we are even considering getting our wedding bands there!

Purchased a Brietling watch Xmas day from this company via their website…read more Paid the deposit, went through the agreed finance process, order placed. Delivery expected within 21 days. At very nearly four months after several emails & calls telling me it wont be much longer, I receive an email out of the blue telling me they've refunded my payment & will be cancelling the credit agreement. I cant remember a time when I've been treated so badly by a company. The watch I ordered is still freely available in reputable retailers not buying from the "Grey market". This company should honour their agreements with customers, but don't feel the need to treat customers with the respect they deserve. I'd avoid this company like the plague in future, opting instead to purchase from a reputable source. Disgraceful to say the least!