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The Philosopher's Stone

4.6 (67 reviews)
Closed 1:00 pm - 6:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Charlie H.

There are only a few amount of places I buy my gemstones from and this is one of them. In the heart of Ocean Beach, on Newport avenue. This store is hidden off the main part of the street where you have to walk down a hallway to find the door. You find yourself amazed by how many options there are to choose from. Bracelets, Rings, rocks, and many more cool items. The owner Wendy has always been cool with me and I like to stay loyal to coming back to supporting her business. There are a lot of quality items i've gotten from here that i will always have. If you are looking for gemstones this place is a place you should check out.

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Momo Y.

Wendy has some pretty amazing crystals and stones here. Expect to see more things that you normally do not see from other stores. She is very insightful and actually has great info about each and every stone. I came in here looking for a specific type of ocean jasper. Wendy was willing and able to help me sort through all of her pieces to find exactly what I was looking for. Definitely would recommend this store if you haven't been about to find what you've been looking for elsewhere or even if you're just starting out.

Lots of selection!
Marlane R.

This is one of the best rock, gemstone shops I have been to! Great selection! The owner and employees know the healing properties of all the stones where there from and which part of the store they are located in! Very high energy spot! They carry sage and cedar an Palo Santo too!

Red Jasper, Clear Quartz,  Moonstone, Carnelian, Quantum Quattro. Wendy has quite the establishment for so many aspects of life!
Shaina M.

I come here regularly and must say the visits are better and better each time. I have brought friends and family here and have to admit that everyone falls in love with The Philosopher's Stone! Tonight I purchased Azurite, Sunstone, Lepidolite. My friend enjoyed the Rose Quartz, Lepidolite, Howlite and Orange Calcite. I noticed the stones people choose are not only appealing to them but seem to call them on their path in life. I love this shop and Wendy is amazing! Must visit again!

crystal lamp, selenite wand, face massage roller, selenite tea light candle holder.

Picked up a crystal lamp, selenite wand, selenite tealight candle holder, and stone massage roller. Great prices and quality, nice atmosphere and friendly and knowledgable owner. I was unsure about scheduling an appointment, but I contacted the owner through Facebook @pscrystalshop and had the whole beautiful shop to myself for an hour. I definitely recommend stopping by if you are in the area!

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If you're looking for that special stone this is the place to find it! Wonderful variety and good customer service.

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Terrible customer service. Double charged me and hung up on me twice when I called asking for a refund.

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David & Sons Fine Jewelers - Engagement ring

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4.8(1.5k reviews)
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$$

We had an amazing experience working with Eden for our engagement ring purchase. After visiting…read moreseveral other jewelry stores where the experience felt overly pushy and sales-focused, this was a complete breath of fresh air. Eden was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making the experience special for us rather than just making a sale. Communication was spectacular throughout the entire process, and she always made us feel informed and comfortable every step of the way.

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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5.0(79 reviews)
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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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4.9(1.2k reviews)
5.8 miGaslamp, East Village
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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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Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers - Michael M. Skus: 0440448 & 0440450

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4.3(776 reviews)
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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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4.8(128 reviews)
5.1 miLittle Italy
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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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