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    The Diamond Source

    4.5 (224 reviews)
    PriceyJewelry
    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    My wife's ring after it was repaired.
    Chris T.

    I've bought a few pieces of jewelry here over the years and Love them. Recently my wife hit her hand on something and bent her wedding ring so I took it back in to see if it could be repaired. They said to leave it with them for an hour. I walked around Old Town and when I came back they handed me the Ring and it looked like new! I asked what I owed them and they said nothing. After 30+ years they repaired it for free! That's great customer service!

    Mom's sapphire ring

    Marco and Fannie are awesome! They helped me to select my dream sapphire ring with a reasonable price. The picture cannot justify how beautiful and sparkly the ring is! I am forever grateful to both of them and the diamond source store.

    Brooke P.

    Caring, passionate, and personalized. Marco and his daughter did a phenomenal job in helping our ring come to fruition. His superior knowledge of the diamond trade and willingness to work with the individual is immediately known when you get there. An uncommon virtue not found with other jewelers who are just looking for a sale or pushing low quality lab diamonds. A repeat customer for life, my fiancé and I could not be more pleased with the result and the experience at Diamond Source. A cut above.

    Christina M.

    We have purchased earrings and our engagement and wedding bands here in 2005. I still visit 1-2 times a year to have them cleaned and it's one of my favorite things about our purchase from Mar. The quality is extraordinary and my pieces from the diamond source still shine like they are brand new!

    Wedding ring
    Alethea A.

    In 1997 my fiancé and I went to the Diamond source to select our wedding rings. 26 years later we had my anniversary band made for our 25 years. I couldn't be happier with the end product. My ring is beautiful and like brand new. I highly recommend the skill and talent of the Diamond Source! Thank you Marco

    Thank you Marco Levi! We Love your work!
    Rory C.

    We've been customers 20 years ago when we upgraded our original wedding ring. Marco Levi and company is fantastic and are know for their quality work. If you want jewelry that will last a lifetime, please consider The Diamond Source in Old Town San Diego.

    Merik S.

    Absolutely LOVE this jewelry store. They are family owned and such nice people. They make this shopping experience so memorable and are willing to create any diamond ring you have in mind. However, they have beautiful and extremely unique rings to choose from already!! It's a quality diamond ring and was a beautiful experience picking it out with my fiancé. Will definitely be back for my wedding band as well :)

    My beautiful wedding ring still sparkling after almost 30 years!
    S J.

    We have been happy customers of The Diamond Source for almost 30 years. Marco, Fannie & Dave are the best in the business & treat every single person with respect. I think there is a misconception that you have to be a high roller for this store & there could be nothing further from the truth. When my husband bought my 1st diamond engagement ring from The Diamond Source he did not have a lot of money to spend. He bought a beautiful but small ring for me & years later when we had a little more income we were able to trade that 1st diamond in for something with a little more sparkle. I had custom earrings made from here & numerous ring repairs over the years ( I'm hard on my jewelry) & the guys are just great!! I recommend The Diamond Source to ever single person I know!! I'll never buy fine jewelry anywhere but here! You won't be disappointed!!

    Our awesome 2  plus carat Sapphire and platinum engagement ring!

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    Kim Quang Jewelry Inc

    Kim Quang Jewelry Inc

    4.8
    (356 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$
    43 years in business
    Family-owned & operated

    Entire experience was great! As soon as you arrive the security guard greets and opens the door for…read moreyou, and as soon as you enter they assist you, many different workers will ask if you've been assisted if they see you alone which I appreciated!! Me and my boyfriend put a couple things on layaway, they give you 6months which is more than enough time - we finished the payment in less than 2months with 0% interest. Their prices are fair, with about only $200 of labor charged. If you go to any other store they charge a ridiculous amount of labor and other fees, we have been to many other stores and wish we found this sooner!! Overall recommend, staff is so sweet and helpful, great selection of 24k and other karats, and the prices are unbeatable! So good we got more stuff after finishing our first layaway purchase. Also thank you to Michelle who helped us out today, she is very experienced, helpful, and patient!

    Kim Quang Jewelry made the impossible possible! After a previous jeweler damaged my wedding ring…read moreand multiple jewelers told me it couldn't be fixed, I brought it here. After carefully examining it, they confidently said they could restore it--and they absolutely did. The before and after photos speak for themselves! The customer service was just as impressive. From the warm welcome at the door to Linda's exceptional communication and the jeweler's attention to detail, every step of the process was outstanding. Their turnaround time was incredibly fast, and the quality exceeded all expectations. They have earned a customer for life. Kim Quang Jewelry is officially my forever jeweler! Highly recommend!

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    Absolutely LOVED my earrings, they were a must have!
    Absolutely LOVED my earrings, they were a must have!
    His and hers wedding bands
    His and hers wedding bands
    Engagement ring & wedding bands

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    Engagement ring & wedding bands
    Diamondful

    Diamondful

    5.0
    (79 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    11 years in business
    Beat or match prices

    I had a fantastic experience working with Armin! Even though we didn't meet in person, the entire…read moreprocess was smooth, professional, and easy from start to finish. He was very responsive, answered all my questions, and made me feel confident every step of the way. When I received the ring, it exceeded my expectations--absolutely beautiful and exactly what I was hoping for. The quality and craftsmanship are outstanding, and it's clear he truly cares about his work. I highly recommend Armin to anyone looking for a trustworthy jeweler who delivers great service and amazing quality. I couldn't be happier with my purchase!

    I am absolutely in love with how my ring turned out and I truly had the best experience leading the…read morecreative process. I saw a birthstone toi et moi ring on Ms. Hailey Bieber and I knew that's exactly where I wanted to take inspiration from. I found the same style, but in my daughters' birthstones, on Diamondful's Etsy page. After reading through reviews, I wanted to make my purchase here. My husband had his reservations about ordering something so expensive online, so we ended up going to a local jeweler. The local jeweler said they would be able to make the same ring for a similar price, so we considered it. However, when I went home to inspect our quote, I noticed that the aquamarine would be an imitation stone. After some light research, I learned that imitation stones can be made of plastic. At that point, I honestly felt deceived, because the jeweler didn't take the time to educate my husband and I on what we would be potentially buying. If we are going to purchase a piece of jewelry that is supposed to commemorate 7+ years of marriage and our 2 kids, it shouldn't have plastic in it. I told my husband that my gut told me we should go online, so he told me to reach out to Diamondful. I messaged Armin and within the first hour, I knew I made the right choice. Armin is extremely fast and efficient in communicating. He's exceptionally knowledgeable and honest when it comes to quality, durability, aesthetics, and practicality. He's also patient and thorough when educating clients like us (very limited jewelry knowledge). We are also so appreciative of his generosity, as he passed on his savings to us for one of the stones to keep us within our budget. The passion he has for his work is really evident in the customer service that he provides. Thank you so much Armin! It was a pleasure working with you and we can't wait to do it again soon!

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    Diamondful
    Diamondful
    Diamondful

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    Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers

    Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers

    4.3
    (777 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    Gare, Gare, Gare, GARE!…read more Gare is truly the best person in the world to help you choose your jewelry. From his expertise to his incredible fashion sense, he's a 10,000/10. There's no one I'd rather trust or visit for my jewelry than him. He turns what could be a stressful experience into something fun and memorable every single time. I literally drive from Los Angeles to San Diego just to see him because there's no one else I'd rather share these special moments with. He's not only the funniest, but also the most helpful. Thank you Gare for EVERYTHING! Much love!

    Amazing !! Garith is so sweet & makes you feel like you're the only person in the world !! Love…read morehim and his staff so much!! From the purchase to the annual cleaning, Garith has made the process so enjoyable with his radiant personality and contagious laughter. I leave the store feeling so loved, my heart so full, as if I've just had brunch with an old friend. He is knowledgeable, professional, and absolutely hilarious ! I rave about Robbins Brothers to all my family and friends for their great selection, great customer service, and amazing peace of mind lifetime warranty for your jewelry. When you shop here, it's not just a purchase, it's an experience. Coming in to get my ring cleaned and catching all the laughs with Garith has been most rewarding and I know many will share the same experience.

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    Exterior of the store
    Exterior of the store
    Designer: Tacori
    Designer: Tacori
    Front entrance

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    Front entrance
    Brilliant Diamonds Fine Jewelers

    Brilliant Diamonds Fine Jewelers

    5.0
    (732 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$
    Beat or match prices
    Offers payment plans

    I can't recommend Ariel highly enough. I walked in completely convinced that I wanted a natural…read morediamond - and from a business standpoint, he easily could have agreed and sold me exactly what I came in asking for. Instead, he took the time to educate me and gave me his honest professional opinion. To my surprise, he actually changed my mind. His recommendation wasn't what would have made him the most money; it was what he genuinely believed was the best choice for me. That level of integrity is incredibly rare, especially in an industry where sales can so easily come first. Ariel earned my trust within minutes, and that's worth far more than any sales pitch. What impressed us just as much was his commitment after we left. He gave my partner his personal cell phone number and told him to reach out anytime with questions throughout the process. That kind of accessibility and customer care is almost unheard of these days. If you're looking for a jeweler who values relationships, honesty, and exceptional service over making a quick sale, Ariel is the person to see. We left feeling informed, confident, and grateful that we found someone we can genuinely trust. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for an engagement ring or fine jewelry.

    UPADTE*** the proposal went amazing and she LOVES the ring. Can't give more praise to Brilliant…read moreDiamonds, they are AMAZING.

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    Me, absolutely stunned by my ring
    Me, absolutely stunned by my ring
    Brilliant Diamonds Fine Jewelers
    Brilliant Diamonds Fine Jewelers

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