Lovely family owned jewelry business. I went there for a gold buying event and fell in love with their stacking rings. read more

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A wonderful establishment that is truly family owned. Quality work, trustworthy service and welcoming people. They will clean your jewelry for free while you wait! read more

PLEASE READ MY FIRST REVIEW FIRST! My experience today has reassured me that this is an honest business. The owners have strong morals and make customer service a priority. There was a small issue with my order and the owner went above and beyond to make it right. I cannot recommend a more ethical company for you to shop at for your fine jewelry needs and repairs. read more

Smells like unethical data brokerage. I have never heard of this company in my life, but they somehow know my name, address and birthday? Unsolicited ads disguised as birthday wishes aren't charming, they are invasive and creepy. read more

We have had the honor of being clients of The Diamond Center since they first made our custom wedding bands. To say that they exceeded our expectations would be an understatement. Since then we have made numerous purchases from them and have never been disappointed with our choosing. We would strongly recommend that you make your next jewelry purchase here and know that they stand behind their beautiful pieces. Everyone on their team is like family to us and they listen to everything that you might be wanting, If it is not in the case, we are sure they can find or design it for you. read more

I went in to have a watch battery put in they said it would be 27$ l left. I was being walked to the door and the other lady asks me with a hurried voice as if l forgot something, nope! It was her uneducated sales pitch! read more

The Diamond Center is located in the heart of Claremont Village at the cross street of Yale and Second. They are family owned and operated by the Lantz family since 1972 and they are known for having the best quality diamonds, including the perfectly cut internationally known Hearts on Fire Diamonds. My friend and I were walking around the Claremont Village when we decided to stumble in. My friend has been with her boo for over 8 years so it is time for some subtle hints!! Or maybe some not so subtle hints. We immediately disclosed that we were just in the area browsing for fun, but Ray was still incredibly friendly and welcoming. He had a warm personality that you can only find at a mom and pop shop jewelry shop. My friend had never gotten her ring finger sized before... UNTIL NOW!! Hint Hint if Andrew is reading this, MT's ring size is a size 4!! Ray welcomed us to the fancy Bridal ring section where we were thoroughly informed about diamonds and the 4 Cs - carrot, cut, color and clarity. The quality of the diamonds here at the Diamond Center are really on point. They are in the 80th percentile plus in quality. The FUN PART was where we sat there for about an hour trying on a bunch of rings. I am always going with my friends on their ring journeys, but this is the most welcomed I felt during the process. The large jewelry stores can be intimidating or unwelcoming based on my previous experiences. My friend and I both felt so comfortable with Ray's guidance and we both found rings we loved!! I didn't mean to... but... yeah... I caught feelings for the bling bling. To all the guys out there, *ahem ahem* specifically Andrew, The Diamond Center has ZERO INTEREST FINANCING FOR 12 MONTHS!! Woo hoo :) You can budget and make appropriate monthly payments, and it'll be paid off in no time. They have great warrantee plans here too where you can come back for resizing, cleaning, other needs, as long as you don't completely lose the whole ring. Ray was so helpful, he even texted us a few pictures of the favored ring selections. We feel comfortable to ask additional questions as they come up. The service here is incredible! I highly recommend The Diamond Center. They will do their best to customize your jewelry to fit your preferences and 'budget.' read more

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The Diamond Center is my family jeweler even after moving to the east coast. I called and described what I was looking for, and after a couple of text messages, I was perfectly happy with my purchase. The Diamond Center safely packaged and mailed my purchase. read more

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Just moved to the area and needed my wife's ring refurbished. I don't trust just any store, I wanted a certified jeweler. I got a recommendation for the diamond center, and Ray and his team did a great job. They are very professional and the ring turned out perfect making it look good as new! Thank you! read more

The Diamond Center repaired my gold chain beautifully and efficiently. The customer service was great, and everyone was very warm, welcoming, and accommodating. read more

I had a very good experience getting some watches repaired and working again at the Diamond Center. It really is a first-class business, from the gentleman who opens the door for you to the many friendly people who work there. I brought in 3 watches which I hadn't worn in decades. The person who helped me, Ashley, was very straightforward and clear about the repairs and costs. Although she indicated a few weeks' turnaround , it took only a day. One of the pieces ended up not being immediately fixable, and when I asked if they thought further evaluation or repair would be worth it, they said no, not unless the piece had personal value, because, they found, it isn't that old and the repair price, they suggested, would exceed its value. They were very honest and professional and friendly. I will definitely return to the Diamond Center for all of my jewelry needs and wants. It was a lovely experience for something so basic as watch repair. read more

Ray is amazing!!! My fiancé had been looking at engagement rings since April 2019(?) and quickly found the one he wanted for me. He contacted Ray, since the ring was in stock at the store. They both remained in contact. Fast forward January/February 2020, my fiancé asked Ray if they had the ring in a round halo (originally, he was looking at cushion halos). Ray stated he was able to get it in a decent amount of time. My fiancé made a trip to the Diamond Center, which is located in the heart of downtown Claremont, and worked with Ray in customizing the engagement ring. On May 2020, my fiancé proposed to me! The ring was too big on my finger (size 6.5) so I wanted to get it resized ASAP. Because of COVID, Ray was taking appointments only. We went into the store (this was my first time setting foot into Diamond Center) and the store is just absolutely beautiful! I might be a little biased as the store is royal purple and purple is my favorite color. We explained to Ray that the fit of the ring was too big for me and he had me try on each sizer ranging from size 5-6. I put on size 5.5, which was still a loose, tried on the 5 and it was snug. Ray could tell that I wasn't comfortable with a 5 and he had me try on the 5.25 and without hesitation, he said this is a perfect fit! Enough room for the summer and the winter, it'll spin very little. Normally, I like my rings to fit a little loose since I was afraid I would gain weight in the future. However, Ray reassured me that a 5.25 is just perfect, given my ring is top heavy. I was there contemplating for a while going back from a size 5 to 5.25 and 5.5. Then I just went with my gut and didn't want to question Ray too much as he is an expert on this and has been doing this for so many years. Knowing that Ray didn't hesitate in telling me that a 5.25 is perfect, it provided me with a lot of comfort and ease. Because my ring is unique, he explain exactly what he will have to do with the ring so that we were fully aware. Ray stated that it would take 2 weeks for my ring to be done. Obviously, I was a little sad to part ways with my engagement ring but seriously, this is such a first world problem compared to what's been happening in this world with COVID. However, I got the ring earlier than expected and was so happy! It was such a nice surprise. I went to go pick up the ring and it was the PERFECT FIT!! Enough room for the summer when my fingers swell up! Even though it is cold/warm weather now, I have enough gap space but my ring does not spin. It only does when I run it in extreme icy cold water, but who does that?! I inspected the ring and I couldn't tell it was cut. The gold melted perfectly together (rose gold and white gold), which made me even happier as my ring's band is quite unique. My experience with Ray in the Diamond Center was so calming, respectful, and easy! He took the time to answer all my questions and he let me know that my fiancé really took the time and effort to make my customized ring perfect. Ray and my fiancé worked together very well and we are thankful for Ray's patience and expertise. We'll be stopping by here a little later this year to look at wedding bands. Now, more than ever, it is essential to me that we support small businesses during this time. Once again, thank you for everything!!!! read more

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Working on getting a ring made with zero understanding of what to research. Ray and his team helped me pick out the best diamond for my project and all his staff was so accommodating. Easy to communicate with and meet the same energy as I had each visit. Love them read more

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Ray with The Diamond Center in Claremont was professional, attentive and great to work with. Ray listened to what I was looking to purchase and educated me about what I as purchasing. Ray had my best interest in mind when making a purchase of this size, thank you again Ray to you and your staff, customer for life. read more

Anytime the ex-bf wanted to purchase a unique piece of jewelry for me he used to buy it from here for any occasions. So when it was over (the relationship) I found myself still coming here looking for simple unique gift ideas for friends and my daughter. The customer service here is ALWAYS impeccable they are attentive, creative and accommodating. It's located in downtown Claremont and it is a family owned and ran business. They send out cards for birthdays and reminders for any event they are having as well as if they have a new designer on staff. I recently purchased an item from them that was from an estate sale... it was a gift and in wonderful condition the piece was unique and the cost was well below what I expected. Respectfully Reviewed read more

The worst experience. The older gentleman and his wife? I believe? we're so rude to me and my son, We went in to have a family heirloom looked at and they both made us feel very uncomfortable and embarrassed me in front of other customers. Because I did not want them to take my Diamond to the back of the store out of my site. She comes to me takes my Diamond without testing it and loudly says... it's fake! It's not real. I asked how she could tell and her response was I've been doing this for years ! I just know! I would never go back there or recommend this place to anyone because of the unprofessional customer skills. read more

I have had the best experience with the Diamond Center. The inventory includes beautiful locally designed unique pieces and the staff is extremely helpful. I took several items in to be assessed for repair and redesign. The advice I received was unbiased and honest. I was very impressed that although I would have paid to have redesign work done on my jewelry they were honest enough to advise me why it wouldn't be worth it. Highly recommend. read more

We first visited The Diamond Center on a tip from a friend that if children come in and ask for a gemstone, the store will give them a polished rock in a jewelry bag. My rock-loving kid demanded we go and we were so glad that we did. The store has a wonderful selection of unique and special pieces that you won't find at the chain jewelry stores that are so pervasive, including a selection of vintage jewelry. A little back story... When my husband and I were first engaged, a jewelry designer friend designed the perfect ring for me but it never ended up getting made. On our first visit to The Diamond Center, there was a very similar ring in the vintage section. Since I immediately fell in love and the pricing was very reasonable, we purchased it. After a few weeks of wearing it, my husband and I decided that it really needed to have a slightly larger cushion cut center stone instead of the smaller round one it came with. The Diamond Center spent three weeks looking for the perfect stone to fit the ring and another two weeks making the necessary upgrade. They did such a beautiful job. The ring now has the stone it was always meant to have. I'm thrilled with how well it turned out. Our experience with the owners and staff members has been excellent every single time. I feel like they've taken the time to get to know my husband and I and our tastes and I look forward to a long future of with them as our go-to jeweler. read more

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We love these guys!!! Everyone is so nice! None pushy!! The owner is so very nice!! His parents started it and he is keeping that family value alive and well!! We have been talking to Lily Nava- yes she is sales- but she is an awesome and genuine person!!! We love these guys and will always tell everyone that this is not a big box store and that they REALLY value their customers and their prices are really reasonable!! I just bought my wife a replacement wedding band and ring and Lily was simply amazing!!! I told her a couple of years ago that I would buy the ring that I did and every time we went in she would never push!! That's one of the reasons I bought it- she was always awesome!!!! Use these guys for all of your jewelry and watch needs!! Always!!!! read more

These people are absolutely amazing!! I needed my engagement ring fixed and not only did the fix it but they also checked the rest of the ring to make sure everything else was secure. Even better they did it so quickly because I had events coming up and wanted my ring back. They were honest, fair and excellent customer service. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my jewelry needs. Thank you!!!! read more

Ray was so kind and patient with us in our search for the perfect diamond. He took the time to go over what is important when selecting a diamond and where you can maybe save a little to get more bang for your buck. He is so knowledgeable and honest that we felt incredibly comfortable with him. Thank you Ray for being there for us through this process! read more

Family owned and operated! They care to make it right and will love to get to know you if you open up to them and if you do they will remember you too. read more

I had an Issue with selling a ring years ago to this jeweler. The store went far outside of its way to solve the issue in a positive and equitable way. Thos is why i am going back to them to sell another ring. After our resolution i cant think of another store i would trust more to give me a fair price. Ill keep ya posted. read more

What snots they are in this store! I went in to get my vintage engagement ring fixed up (the day after I got it). The extremely fake blond Reaganite behind the counter was sooooo condescending, asking me questions about its provenance and workmanship in a tone of voice clearly designed to plant doubt in my mind. They told me fixing it would take $100 and I'd have to give it up for a week. They told me it was worth it because their jeweler is German, and "you know how Germans are about workmanship!" (Whew -- ethnic stereotypes are so reassuring!) When I said I'd have to think about it, she warned me in a fake-caring voice, "Well, I'd be very careful about moving your hands around while you're wearing it, you don't know what could happen at any time!" I decided to get the work done in Pasadena instead. They did it while I waited (not a week). No attitude, MUCH cheaper, and It's gorgeous and perfect. Oh, and I wore the ring all week and nothing bad happened at all. Take that, fake blond lady! read more

Pros: free cleaning for all jewelry for Claremont students. Usually it's done within 10 minutes or so. We even got a diamond ring that we bought somewhere else cleaned there for free. Cons: they are first and foremost salespeople. They wanted to "refurbish" the ring for $65 and hold it overnight. When asked, they didn't even describe what that entails - they just pointed out soap residue (which can be fixed with just a cleaning). Didn't even seem very knowledgeable about the diamonds they carry - just kept reusing the cliche line about how "Hearts on Fire" diamonds are the best because they're the best. read more

I am very disappointed. Over 15 years ago I bought many pieces of expensive jewelry from The Diamond Center. I have given them a significant amount of business in the past. Including an over priced hearts on fire that costed 10K and worth $2K (barely). I recently had to sell some of the pieces, one is a gold bracelet with pearls. Turns out the pearls were fake. This broke my heart to find out the piece I paid good money for was basically worthless. I'm sure many consumers don't know they've been ripped off until they need to sell them or get it appraise for insurance purposes. I suggest everyone get a second opinion and find out the truth. It's a shame just because someone is at a location for a long time does not mean they have your best interest or honest. read more

The Diamond Center staff really took care of me. My fiance actually proposed to me in the store after working with Fonda and the owner Debbie for the last couple months. They got my ring custom made to exactly what I wanted, which was a rare pear cut vintage style ring with a halo and migraine design. They designed everything perfectly and really paid attention to every detail. The quality of the diamonds are amazing and still blind me when I look at them! Fonda was a great actress because I thought we were just going to try on rings, which I did try on several, and then she busted out my ring and my fiance proposed right there in the store. All my friends showed up too and accommodated all of them even during regular business hours. The Diamond Center really helped with my proposal and made it an extemely special and unforgettable day! They even announced our news in the local newspaper and the local vendors also showered us with gifts too. Fonda and the team at Diamond Center truly care about their customers and go out of their way to make your experience at the store perfect. Thanks Diamond Center! read more

The time spent at the Diamond Center was an incredible experience . Their variety of choices and quality are off the chart. I could say the best part is the experienced team . From the master jeweler Rob , his wife Debbie's extensive experience answering questions to their hand picketed team , I was comfortable from minute one looking at what I wanted . The Diamond Center is a must visit if you are looking for that special piece Enjoy Steve read more

Debbie and her husband run this place like clockwork, are very professional and very honest. I took 3 vintage rings that were given to me by my grandfather. The rings belonged to his wife, my grandmother. When I picked up the rings, they were perfect! Debbie really knew I had an emotional attachment to these rings regardless of metal quality and she took care of them like they were her own. Her husband is the jeweler and he did amazing work! There is another girl that works there (Ginger) that helps with the phones and other things, but she does not really have it together. I received 3 phone calls from her and each story was different. Just ask to speak with Debbie. She's awesome. They also have an estate collection that is pretty amazing. I am a fan of this place and will be going back. read more

After a bad experience at a pawn shop in Ontario, I accidentally found this place with an ad saying they will buy jewelry. I went in with my gold earrings. Just like I hoped, I got a quote without questions and received a check. Though when I was waiting for the check, a woman asked me about potentially getting married and had me try on rings. I don't know why she did, when I said I couldn't afford anything there. Other than someone trying to sell me stuff I couldn't afford, I was very happy with how easy it was to sell my earrings. read more

Attention fellas, if you are thinking of popping the question to your GF in the near future, do yourself a favor and buy her a ring from the Diamond Center. After spending an afternoon in the hidden gem of the Claremont Village, I popped into the DC to just take a look. I soon met Deb, co-owner of this family owned business. She could feel my trepidation and immediately made me feel comfortable. She worked seamlessly with my budget and gave me straight answers. After purchasing my soon-to-be wife's wedding ring and my wedding band, we've both been back to purchase other wonderful items. Everyone at the DC is super friendly and dedicated to making you feel comfortable and happy with your purchase. read more

Really? I don't understand these negative reviews on Yelp, but I do understand that everyone is entitled to their own opinion. I LOVE the Lantz family and the Diamond Center! I was one of those clients who had a crappy setting ( from another jeweler) and yes, my diamond did indeed, FALL OUT of it's setting. Thankfully I found the diamond, and on a tip, went to see Debbie for HELP! She and her husband designed the most GORGEOUS platinum solitaire setting for my cushion diamond ring. I have received compliments on that setting almost every time I wear it, and am so proud that it is a one of a kind design, designed special for me. Debbie and Ray are true professional jewelers. Their entire family is invested in the jewelry business and their client service is superb. They remember your first names, and take a genuine interest in you as a client. Although I agree that their pieces can be expensive, it's worth the splurge as these are choice jewels. They are my family jeweler and I adore them! Cheery read more

i don't know how this place can get any less than 5 stars. I wish i had the money to buy a diamond for myself to actually deserve how they treat me. Though they can put up a wishlist for you and you don't have to tell your husband anything. :D and they are not pushy at all either. I love how they treat me even if I only go in for repairs. Every single one is so sweet in here and you do not feel that they are trying to push you to buy it plus if you can't ... you can't and you just say no, or I don't have that amount of money I don't think that is a shame at all. I don't know why that leads to put a negative review. I 100% recommend this place. read more

I felt completely at ease when I looked for an engagement ring at the Diamond Center! Having worked in a sales industry, I was expecting all the different tactics. Never once did I feel like they were trying to sell me anything. I was always greeted by name when I returned to the store to ask more questions and the entire team was able to provide the answers to anything I could think of! Fonda, Ray, Denise, and Debbie are fantastic to deal with and I look forward to continuing my business with them! Thanks Y'all! read more

Being a part of the LGBTQ+ community, when it came time to choose wedding bands, I remembered what store displayed the rainbow flag decades ago. I spoke with Ray, an owner, and he suggested that I have something custom made to my specifications (gold content, thickness). After making my selection, I asked him what prompted him to display a rainbow flag long before marriage equality was realized. He replied that he attended school in Berkeley and learned long ago when he was young that love is love. When I look at my wedding band, now 7 years old, I still remember those words and they only make the ring that much more special to me. read more

Was having a bad week and my husband surprised me with a gorgeous pair of earrings from the diamond center. He knows I don't wear much jewelry, and the staff was so helpful in choosing the perfect ones. Thanks for your expertise, patience, and the beautiful gift wrapping which made the gift even more special. read more

Stopped in after lunch in downtown Claremont and was just browsing. Ray introduced himself and showed us a few pieces, extremely nice jewelry, very friendly family business and has some very unique pieces from estates.Great experience, highly recommend especially if you're looking for quality jewelry and want an option other than the big chains or the "exchange".Looking forward to my next purchase. read more

Cannot stress enough how great Ray is at customer service. My wife and I always visit them for all our jewelry needs, and I am always impressed at his friendly nature and willingness to go above and beyond to make everything special for us. Thanks so much to Ray and the Lantz family for making their customers feel great on special occasions. read more

The Diamond Center are professionals in their expertise! Bravo! Thank you so much for all your help and guidance toward family heirlooms! Why aren't there more stars? Thank you for the help with my daughter's wedding ring! It was an emotional day. You made it even better! read more

I've purchased from The Diamond Center many times and I can say, I'm definitely a FAN!!! They continue to put their integrity first; putting their name on the company line. The owners are very selective about the pieces they choose to sell and don't compromise by selecting mainstream, commonplace diamonds. They're SOOOO informative about the diamonds, different grades and why. Whether you're looking for something old from their estate pieces or a top-tier diamond piece from their Hearts on Fire collection, you won't be disappointed. The most impressive thing I found about their store is that they don't initially "mark up" the jewelry just to trick the customer with a "sale" - their prices are always fantastic for the quality. I can't wait to be back in the area for more sparkly-pretties! read more