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The Diamond Source

4.5 (224 reviews)
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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.

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!

There isn't a rating HIGH enough to describe our wonderful experience with Marko at the Diamond Source in Old Town. We were referred for our engagement ring. This wasn't our first rodeo. So, of course we were skeptical. What we ended up getting was not only an INCREDIBLE value, but a fabulous education as well. The things that separate this shop from others are TIME and QUALITY. Whether it be diamonds or gems, you'll find everything from regular, to museum and investment quality stones. BUT you'll also get the time and attention from an absolute expert on what the differences are, and what is the best value for your budget, no matter what it is. Oh my goodness, did we have FUN learning! Spend some time with Marko. You'll have fun too!!!!!!!

Wedding band and engagement ring.
Guy H.

David has fulfilled all our ring needs since I bought the engagement ring 16 years ago! Then my wedding band and her diamond wedding ring. Whenever we need them cleaned and polished for a special occasion, or when it's just that time, we drop off the rings, head next door for margaritas and nachos, and pick up within an hour. He also checks for loose settings and fixes them. No extra cost or hassle. Just call ahead to make sure the jeweler will be in. I recently needed my 35-yr-old Art Carved class ring resized and repaired. The Diamond Source took care of that, too, at a reasonable price!

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David & Sons Fine Jewelers - Engagement ring

David & Sons Fine Jewelers

4.8(1.5k reviews)
8.3 miUniversity City
$$

I could not recommend David & Sons enough. They went above and beyond for me prior to my proposal…read more They were able to expedite my ring being made, crafted the ring to perfection, were incredibly diligent and responsive, and also resized my ring for free. I worked with Jonathan and I couldn't recommend anyone better. He truly is the best in the business. He always had my best interest in mind and is so knowledgeable. I trusted him and his guidance and he always came through for me. You're doing yourself a disservice by not going to David & Sons.

My partner and I had an extremely disappointing experience at David & Sons. We booked an…read moreappointment based on their long list of 5-star ratings, and specifically chose Fay due to her positive reviews. When we arrived we were handed off to David (the owner) with no explanation. The appointment felt rushed and impersonal from the start. David didn't ask basic questions like our names, budget, or where we were in the process, and offered little guidance. We are early in the process, so I was hoping to try on different styles to get a sense of my preferences. But after trying on just a couple rings there was no effort to understand my priorities or suggest alternatives. I felt like I had to push just to see more options. Our 2PM appointment was essentially over by 2:05PM. I left feeling sad and disappointed that such an important and special moment was handled with so little care. Before going here, I recommend looking at the other 1 star reviews -- they are honest and I should've listened.

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Ring custom made within a 10 day turnaround.

David & Sons Fine Jewelers - 2.05 carat princess cut diamond. Gold solitaire band. Dreams do come true ! Thank you David and Sons

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2.05 carat princess cut diamond. Gold solitaire band. Dreams do come true ! Thank you David and Sons

Diamondful

Diamondful

5.0(79 reviews)
3.3 miGaslamp, East Village
11 years in business
Beat or match prices

Armin was an amazing jeweler. He helped my fiancé and I choose the perfect ring. Me especially, I…read morehad no idea what to think when it comes to choosing the engagement ring. He gave us a great price with such an amazing customer experience.

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 - Engagement Rings Couples Engagement Rings Custom Engagement Rings Wedding Rings Custom Wedding Rings Stone Setting Ring Cutting and Fitting

Engagement Rings Couples Engagement Rings Custom Engagement Rings Wedding Rings Custom Wedding Rings Stone Setting Ring Cutting and Fitting

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David Levi and Sons Jewelers & Jewelry Buyers - Here is the beautiful ring that David made! She loved it!!!

David Levi and Sons Jewelers & Jewelry Buyers

4.9(1.2k reviews)
3.3 miGaslamp, East Village
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Beat or match prices
Offers customized solutions

The ONLY person to see for anything precious metal related!…read more Always get David's opinion before you do anything - he is 100% legit. Oh, and don't be alarmed when that piece you bought at a retail mall store that you paid 3x it's worth complete with paperwork... doesn't hold water... and is only worth a quarter of what you paid! It happens to the best of us! He will pay you more than anyone else and help you purchase what will hold its value for generations to come. Good guy.

There is no way I can properly express how wonderful of an experience working with Jackie was. I…read morewas looking for a place that would do custom engagement rings for me and my fiance, and managed to find David Levi and Sons through searching the internet. I had absolutely no idea what I was doing when it came to rings, but Jackie walked me through selecting a stone cut and carat, ring sizing, and even gave input on some design questions that we had! In the end, we were able to provide Jackie a drawing of what we wanted our ring to look like, and to this day I am stunned at how perfectly it was brought to life. She also managed to keep the ring perfectly within the budget that I had allocated. It was right around Thanksgiving and I was looking to propose by the end of the year, so I had already resigned myself to having to postpone my proposal until after New Year's, but Jackie assured me that it wasn't too late. And boy did she deliver - communication during the stressful holiday season was impeccable, and she kept me updated throughout on our back and forth during the design process. She even managed to squeeze our ring in right before they closed for the Christmas/New Year's break despite a mountain of other clients with similar due dates, and words can not express just how thankful I am! I have no doubts that we will be back for our matching wedding rings, and I can not recommend David Levi and Sons, especially Jackie, enough!

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Love it! Thanks David!

David Levi and Sons Jewelers & Jewelry Buyers - 2.19 Carat Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

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Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers - Michael M. Skus: 0440448 & 0440450

Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers

4.3(777 reviews)
2.6 miMission Valley
$$$

The Vice President of Merchandising from corporate reached out to me and authorized a full refund…read moreafter several days and numerous emails from me. I was happy that they made good on it, but it definitely left a deep scar on my relationship with Robbins Brothers. I will probably return now, but I would definitely recommend you tread very carefully when buying anything expensive. Once 30 days hits, you need to return anything you are not 100% sure about, don't listen to the salespeople and exchange anything (like we did). Although I was eventually given a full refund, I went thru a lot to get it! Numerous emails to corporate, even emailing the parent company, threatening legal action, etc. I shouldn't have needed to go that far with it, but I had to, mostly because the store managers were unwilling to grant a refund. In the end, they were able to retain my business.

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

Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers - Designer: Tacori

Designer: Tacori

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Irelia Custom Jewelry - 2 Carat 14k  Rose gold Lab Diamond Engagement Ring

Irelia Custom Jewelry

4.8(128 reviews)
2.6 miLittle Italy
$$

Irelia did it again! She breathed new life into my engagement and wedding ring, which had become…read moredisfigured after 18 years of wear (plus the softer material). Since it's made of platinum, Irelia suggested welding it into my gold engagement ring. Now it's more durable, looks brand new, and sparkles like the day I said, "I do!" Thank you, Irelia!

My husband originally designed my engagement ring and matching wedding band over 10 years ago at…read moreIrelia. He went to a few different jewelers when he started shopping for a ring, and he always said that he knew instantly that Irelia was it! She worked with him to design my beautiful ring, and I have taken it back many times to get cleaned and serviced. We just had our first baby, and my husband wanted to surprise me with a special ring. Naturally, he went back to Irelia to make a custom ring using the gold and diamonds from the rings of his grandparents, who have passed. It also integrates the birthstone of my baby girl. It is a one-of-a-kind special ring that I absolutely adore, and one day I will be able to pass it on to my daughter! I wear 3 rings that are all from Irelia, and each one is so special. Not only are they beautiful and sentimental, but they are also one-of-a-kind. Getting my rings cleaned is always a breeze, as was a re-sizing that I needed to do after having my baby. This shop holds a special place in our hearts! If you want to get a beautiful piece of jewelry or design something custom, this is the place to go!!

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Irelia Custom Jewelry - 1 carat Princess cute engagement with band

1 carat Princess cute engagement with band

Irelia Custom Jewelry - 14k Yellow Gold Custom 3 Stone Engagement Ring

14k Yellow Gold Custom 3 Stone Engagement Ring

Irelia Custom Jewelry - 3 Stone Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold with tapered baguettes

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