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    Macchiarini Creative Design

    4.4 (29 reviews)
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    Nosh S.

    The lady in the shop was pleasant and Emma designed me a really nice engagement ring of white gold and a tear drop amethyst. I was really happy with it, so happy I decided not to send the ring back because the size was not correct. I would get it fixed, later, when we get the wedding rings. About a year later, the amethyst falls out. We bring the ring back to the shop, where there is a rather grumpy gentleman at the counter who promises us to put in a new stone. Then the ring comes with a beautiful, new, deep purple amethyst. But the white gold is now black...a few texts go unanswered, till I text on 415-982-2229: - Hi, I got my ring back last week but the gold is black now - Didn't change gold at all...just needs to be polished... The ring wasn't black when I left it in his shop...I just read the review of G R., seems I am not the only one. Mr Grump is doing an excellent job at chasing customers away...and spoiling what should be a pleasant memory of an engagement ring... It turns out that Mr Grump's daughter, Emma, moved to NC and is opening a store there. She promised to work on my ring...

    toby s.

    I am SO thankful that I found Macchiarini Creative Design. I had a very custom project that needed a custom casting. I had called other galleries and artists and no one wanted to help. I had a plaster casting of my fathers hand and I wanted to have it bronzed. It was very delicate and my father had since passed away so it was totally irreplaceable. I found Macchiarini Creative Design and showed them the plaster statue. Dan walked me through the process of what would need to be done. He gave me a good expectation of the costs, options, and how long it would take. He sent me updates on the project as it went along. He would send photos and let me know what choices I had for finishes and patinas and how to best display it. He was incredibly helpful and his brilliant artistic eye helped to guide my choices. The finished project was perfect. The casting kept all its detail and it became a truly beautiful work of art.

    Cheng L.

    My fiancée and I took the custom ring making class, and the rings we made with the help from Dan and Emma far exceeded what we thought possible. They are extremely knowledgeable and did everything possible to help us make what we wanted. We literally started with a bar of gold and got walk though the process of making our own rings. It was so much fun and much more meaningful than if we had bought our rings off the shelf. I would highly recommend this to any couple.

    Ruined metal earring

    Wow. So I went to this place to repair my earrings because the post fell off of the earring itself. I thought this would be an easy fix and decided to go with this place because they're cheaper than any other place I checked with, and I figured it was an easy job, and hard to mess up. Well I was wrong--u get what u pay for. This guy ruined the metal of the earring so it was irreparably damaged. They weren't sterling silver, and he never even asked me, but just assumed they were and sandpapered off part of the metal so they now look stained. The soldering job was sloppy and easily seen by the naked eye. He made the post shorter, so that one is higher than another. And the best part was that he put the earring on backwards, even after I thoroughly discussed (and showed him) how they were supposed to go. When I told him all this he got really angry and said "WHAT ARE U SAYING, U WANT YOUR MONEY BACK!?" And I said yes. So he slammed the money down on the table and told me to leave. When I tried to calmly talk about it he said that he didn't want to hear it. I told him that he had poor business practices and left. This place is just a bunch of shitty handmade jewelry anyway. Avoid at all costs. I'm sure u can do better.

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    monica d.

    I went here for my wedding ring because they were just about the only place in the bay willing / able to work with wood, plus it's a really neat looking shop. I gave them a drawing and they worked with me to make a ring similar to my design. Although the first one wasn't quite on the mark, mainly because of a miscommunication, I think, with the lapidary, they started over and made me a new ring. I ended up with a pretty, hand-crafted wood, tourmaline & silver ring, that included natural elements that were important to me. You can see the picture of it in the photos section.

    Tourmaline and yellow gold engagement ring

    I went to Dan for an engagement ring based on the positive reviews here, and I was thrilled with the results. Dan listened carefully to my input, and throughout the process was enthusiastic and thoughtful. The result is absolutely stunning... yellow gold and spiral-cut tourmaline, entirely mined in California, hand-made and simply gorgeous. I wanted a ring that felt personal, not something made by a machine using overpriced stones from questionable sources. What I got was a piece of true artwork and craftsmanship. Best of all, she said yes! I've posted a photo of the result, not sure how to include it with my review: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/macchiarini-creative-design-san-francisco?userid=og-yfBhof51kUDritSqKSA#L5BVUygepReBmkArZzbwMg

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    I just dropped in quickly to get a ring sized and Dan was really helpful. It was 10$ and 10 minutes. Thank You!

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    Derco Fine jewelers - Queen cut ring

    Derco Fine jewelers

    4.7(1.2k reviews)
    2.0 miMission Bay
    $$
    80 years in business
    Certified professionals

    I had one month to find an engagement ring and took to Yelp. Lucked out on finding many reviews for…read moreDerco. Went with my soon to be wife to find one she liked and came upon John. We looked and compared, John had good knowledge from his many years of experience and helped us find pretty much what we wanted. We shopped around at just one other spot and loved out experience. I came back to finalize the ring and told John exactly what we wanted and that he would be able to find the ring, stone, and mount it for me in under a month. I was the most worried about this one item.. John and Derco came through so clutch! I've never bought anything so expensive in my life and have no clue about jewelery and pricing and found Derco to be very reasonable being they sell wholesale. Super happy and so thankful for Derco. Don't hesitate to ask for John.

    My sister and I visited Derco Fine Jewelers last Friday to shop for chains and tennis bracelets,…read moreand we had the absolute pleasure of working with Caz. From the moment we arrived, the experience felt elevated, personal, and truly memorable. Caz took the time to share the history of Derco, educate us on different pieces, and walk us through countless stunning options. He spent over two hours with us, answering every question with patience, expertise, and such genuine kindness. We never felt pressured or rushed--just incredibly cared for throughout the entire experience. Luxury is about more than beautiful jewelry; it's about how you're treated, and Caz made us feel like valued clients every step of the way. His knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail made what could have been a simple shopping trip feel special and unforgettable. We're already looking forward to our next visit and will be sending all of our friends and family to Derco and especially to Caz. Thank you to Caz and the entire Derco team for such a beautiful experience.

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    La Bijouterie - Bands, bands, bands!

    La Bijouterie

    4.9(336 reviews)
    0.8 miFinancial District
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Available by appointment

    My fiancé and I started our engagement ring search in SF's Diamond District, along with some of the…read moremore well-known places, and felt discouraged pretty quickly. Everything felt rushed, impersonal, and mass-produced. After doing a lot of research, we found La Bijouterie. From our very first appointment, the experience felt personal and relaxed. We came back multiple times, asked Set (the owner) countless questions, and he happily walked us through the entire diamond process so we felt truly informed. We also went back and forth over email, more times than I can count, to get every detail just right. I was initially a little hesitant because I wanted a fairly classic three-stone ring, and La Bijouterie specializes in custom work, but I had very specific preferences around proportions, and we wanted an experience that felt enjoyable and genuinely customer-focused. La Bijouterie was exactly what we were looking for, with reasonable pricing that kept us within our desired budget. We couldn't be happier with both the ring and the experience, and we now recommend La Bijouterie to all of our friends who are starting their ring search. Thank you, Set and team!

    Overall, a decent and stress-free experience. The atmosphere was calm, and the staff maintained a…read moreprofessional tone throughout.

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    Yadav Diamonds & Jewelry - Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry - New Showroom - San Francisco, Union Square

    Yadav Diamonds & Jewelry

    4.8(422 reviews)
    0.9 miUnion Square, Financial District
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    40 years in business

    Working with Maytal and the Yadav team was truly an exceptional experience from start to finish…read more They were incredibly educational, informative, and patient throughout the entire process -- taking the time to walk me through every decision and ensuring I felt confident at each step. What stood out most was how collaborative the experience felt. They offered thoughtful design guidance and expert recommendations, while also really listening to my preferences and incorporating my feedback in a meaningful way. It never felt transactional -- it felt like a true partnership. Beyond that, they made the process genuinely fun and exciting, which made such a difference given how many details go into designing a ring. I couldn't be happier with the final result -- it's exactly what I envisioned, if not better. I'm so grateful to Maytal and the entire Yadav team for bringing it to life. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a thoughtful, personalized, and high-quality experience.

    Me and my boyfriend scheduled an appointment with Mary D. Prior to our appointment, I communicated…read morewith Maytal to make sure we had an efficient experience. She was so lovely and understanding of my requests which we so appreciated! Mary was great to us! She not only involved my boyfriend throughout the appointment, but educated and answered all our questions. The selection was amazing, everything we wanted to see, we did. Mary continued to pull different options that I didn't even consider, but her knowledge helped guide us! We were able to finalize the overall stones, setting, and look of the engagement ring. We did not feel pressured at all to purchase then and there.. Mary sent a nice email same day with all the details and notes which was discussed. I really appreciated the service, selection, value, and transparency! We are so excited to continue our engagement ring & wedding band journey with Yadav

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    Fiat Lux - Ear piercing & ear styling curations

    Fiat Lux

    4.4(114 reviews)
    2.7 miMission
    $$

    I've been to this store a few times now and they have a great selection of jewelry…read more Over the weekend I came in to purchase a bracelet I was eyeing online and to get a permanent bracelet. They don't have any prices for their permanent bracelets so I had no idea what to expect but I knew I wanted 14k gold, and I was most interested in a Cuban chain. This could have been a case of miscommunication coupled with the fact I don't like confrontation, but when I asked about the price I swore I was told ~$250. That seemed reasonable to me, I've been looking into Cuban chains and that was the price point I was seeing for about that size in 14k. When it came to checkout the price was $2,450 for just the permanent bracelet.....I was in a rush and again, don't love confrontation, so I paid and left but I feel like I seriously over paid for this tiny light weight chain. I was planning on getting more bracelets and jewelry plus some new piercings but after this I don't know if I trust their prices. I think I may use them to find cool jewelers, but purchase elsewhere. It's my fault I didn't double check the price, I take ownership in that. I would just caution against the permanent jewelry, at least learn from my mistake and get the price in writing not just verbally. Update: wow that was a super fast response! They reached out to me after seeing my review. Thank you so much Nadia for your call. I can tell you all really care about your customers. Looking forward to coming back this weekend. Additional side notes, I really appreciate the care they put into fitting the jewelry for customers. I've also have had things shipped to me and their packaging is lovely with nice presentation. Even their shipping box feels lux. Those little details and the quick response to my post has brought me back around and I will absolutely be a repeat customer. Can't wait to get more unique jewelry and piercings with friends! :)

    I got my first ear piercings at age 8 with a gun at the mall. I am decades from that day now. My…read morefirst lobe piercings have stretched with wear and time to the point that almost any earring looks like it will rip out of my earlobe. I arranged a consult with Ben, who asked detailed questions, assessed my current stack and suggested I had enough lobe health to do a piercing stacked on top of my first piercing. This will allow me to wear studs together or to wear a statement earring in the new hole without the issue of more stretching. He recommended jewelry options based on my style, then brought me back to do the piercing same-day (it was a Monday morning, so the store wasn't busy). He was meticulous in the setup and talked me through every step of the process. Easy and done. It's been two weeks and my new piercings are healing beautifully and I am already loving the placement and the options it affords me. When worn with earrings in my original first piercings, the two stacked together actually detract from the stretching. Ben is a total pro. If and when I get more piercings I absolutely will ask for him.

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    Fiat Lux - Solid 14k gold and white diamond septum nose piercing by Brooke Bittens at Fiat Lux Mission

    Solid 14k gold and white diamond septum nose piercing by Brooke Bittens at Fiat Lux Mission

    Fiat Lux - Alternative engagement ring with an antique Old European Cut white diamond in an 18k yellow gold Demi Feu setting.

    Alternative engagement ring with an antique Old European Cut white diamond in an 18k yellow gold Demi Feu setting.

    Fiat Lux - Septum piercing with a white diamond white gold Athena hinged clicker septum ring by Fiat Lux. Pierced by guest piercer Zia.

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    Septum piercing with a white diamond white gold Athena hinged clicker septum ring by Fiat Lux. Pierced by guest piercer Zia.

    Brilliant Earth

    Brilliant Earth

    3.9(1.2k reviews)
    0.8 miUnion Square, Financial District
    $$$
    Walk-ins welcome
    Offers payment plans

    This review is for the Union Square store in San Francisco. My husband purchased a tennis bracelet…read morefor me for Christmas and within a month a stone fell out. We took the bracelet in to see what could be done. There is nearby paid parking but no dedicated parking because it's San Francisco. We arrived as a family, kids in tow. You have to press a button to be buzzed into the building. Then you go up in an elevator and once you exit you need to be buzzed in again to the actual showroom. It's a small but beautiful room. The associate who helped us, I can't remember her name (Lila?), Asian, dark hair, young woman. She was amazing! She coordinated a refund of the bracelet immediately. She then took the time to show us pieces in the showroom. At first the selection seemed limited, but if you have time to try on a couple items, that's all you really need to fall in love with something. The associate was the opposite of pressure, she put us at ease. She did not rush, she educated and listened. She was lively and had us in tears with laughter. It's was a joy to interact with her. She showed us items online and told us that we could select any item online to be delivered to the showroom to try on. It was a wonder experience.

    I chose Brilliant Earth because I expected a premium, reliable experience for an engagement ring…read more Unfortunately, my experience with the San Francisco location was deeply disappointing. My girlfriend knew I would be proposing on her birthday, and Brilliant Earth said the ring would be ready in time. It wasn't. The order status page still showed "arriving" on the promised date, but the San Francisco store did not actually have the ring. The delay was frustrating, but the lack of communication was worse. I received no proactive update. I spent hours emailing, waiting more than 24 hours for replies, calling customer service, sitting on hold, and speaking with someone in a call center who had to message the SF store just to find out whether my ring was there. There was no way to call the store directly about my own pickup order. I was also told one thing over the phone and something different when I came in person and spoke with the manager. For such an important, time-sensitive purchase, the process felt disorganized and unreliable. The staff were generally polite, but the system was a mess. I chose Brilliant Earth over less expensive online jewelers because I expected better service. Instead, the experience added stress and disappointment to what should have been a joyful moment. Combined with some sales pressure during the shopping process, the whole experience felt more stressful than premium

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    No 3 Fine Jewelry - Custom Jennie Kwon Designs Ring for a special client

    No 3 Fine Jewelry

    4.6(81 reviews)
    0.8 miRussian Hill
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    I cannot begin to express my gratitude for No. 3. The team at No. 3 has helped me in jewelry design…read morefor some of my life's biggest milestones: getting engaged, married, and then designing a bracelet for my oldest best friend for her own wedding. The story behind my best friends gift: She and I have known each other since we were 5 years old, and in high school, we always used to swap rings with one another - me with my grandmother's aquamarine, and her with her grandmother's diamond ring. We loved to swap rings and have joked for most of our lives about our finger sizes being the same. When I got engaged, she tried my ring on and said, "it doesn't quuuuuite fit" in which we laughed because I retorted with, "Well. It shouldn't. It's mine!" When she got engaged last summer, I knew I wanted to make something special for her and I knew an aquamarine had to be involved. I went to No. 3 in search of something, but I didn't know what. I spotted a gold bracelet made my Melissa Scoppa that showed the phases of the moon on one side and had diamond stars on the other. After chatting with Lily for a bit about the bracelet, she suggested I could swap out the diamond for an aquamarine on the piece of the bracelet that was our birth moon phase - me, with a waning crescent and hers with a waxing gibbous. Genius! We decided to go forward with it, and had two beautiful bracelets made by Melissa with a little wink to our life long friendship. I couldn't be more pleased with the result, and neither could my friend. I love No. 3 so much because whoever you work with truly cares about what you're making and truly cares about beautiful jewelry. I could not recommend No. 3 enough for any sort of gift you had in mind, whether it is for an engagement ring, or just a gift to say I love you to someone. Thank you Lily and No. 3!!

    My Partner and I had a fantastic experience at No 3. Sabrina Nash helped us throughout the entire…read moreprocess, was always incredibly attentive and super responsive anytime we reached out with questions. She also genuinely expressed excitement for us and made the personalization and purchasing process relaxed and straightforward. I would highly recommend working with Sabrina!

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    No 3 Fine Jewelry - Custom Yellow Diamond  Engagement Ring

    Custom Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring

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