Since I couldn't find how to edit my existing review, I submit my edited and updated review here:…read more HIGHLY recommended. Walked in to this cute little jewelry store and in less than 15 minutes, I'd found the perfect engagement ring, a beautiful vintage white gold filigree and diamond, for my fiancee. Surprised (pleasantly) at the price. Spoke with Mike Anderson on that day and on future days, and the man is simply honest, straightforward, pleasant, capable and deeply knowing of his business. His fee for adjusting the ring size, also surprisingly affordable. I cannot, cannot recommend this place and this man highly enough. UPDATE: I returned a couple months later, after the above, to Mike Anderson to talk about wedding bands. He sized me, showed me different styles and fits, and we quickly got to exactly what I was looking for. Three or so days later, he called, had found a vintage ring that was exactly for me (vintage / estate, 14k white gold, comfort fit). It was sized and refitted for me, and I now have my perfect, beautiful, shining wedding band for my coming nuptials. Again, I was quite pleasantly surprised at the cost to me. Affordable! Most recently, as my fiancee and I just happened to be passing his store, we ventured in to see if Mike could perform the "hat-trick" of wordly miracles. We were in the store, total, for perhaps 45 minutes, but even before that much time had passed, he'd found her band for us. This time the band was already on site. Just having started his inventory search, and with another, older couple patiently waiting, he asked from the back of his store, "are you interested in an antique?" We enthusiastically answered Yes! He brought out the ring for her. A delicate, beautiful, decoratively engraved 18k white gold vintage band...one that matched perfectly her engagement ring. The wedding band was slightly snug on her, so he offered to have the ring stretched slightly--something I hadn't even known was possible. Since I was sensitive to price and wanted to know but did not want to discuss with fiancee present, a couple of winks between us and he understood. He offered to inquire with his jeweler / craftsman about the feasibility of the stretch, then told me he'd call me on Sunday with the result after conference with his crafter. He dutifully called me on Sunday. I missed the call. He kindly gave me the price (once again, surprisingly affordable), knew enough implicitly to leave the ring with crafter (despite not reaching me directly) and await official agreement as well my official purchase when we spoke next. This is the kind of business we are talking about. In all appearances and experience with him, honor and skill and care are all rolled into one with this Mike Anderson. Never in my life did I dare dream of such an easy, fortuitious, even providential experience in finding and procuring all three of the most vital material elements of a holy union. God bless Mike Anderson, along with much gratitude from me. He indeed performed the hat-trick.

My wife gave me a gift certificate to get the Crystal for my Rolex replaced…read more He lied and told Me it would be a Rolex crystal and it wasn't. Within day of picking it up it was making a linking noise. I ended up taking it to a Rolex dealer and they said he did allot of damage and reassembled it incorrectly. Cost Me a $1000 to get it fixed correctly. They said a Crystal replacement would have been $400 the rest was from Mike's horrible work! Do not trust him with anything besides a battery replacement. He's a hack!

Amazing work, went to get my watch battery replaced. It took no time and it was very cheap, they…read morealso have a cute dog named Ruth who is such a sweetheart. The owner is also very nice and polite. Would come here again and would recommend for people looking to get jewelry fixed, or buy jewelry

Great service, and even better when it comes to fixing jewelry. I would highly recommend for any…read moreOregon State student, or anyone in the Corvallis area to choose this place. 5/5 experience.

They perfectly resized my ring. Very professional and and friendly. As for the custom jewelry…read moreselection there are so many wonderful items to choose from. I will definitely be back to add to my jewelry collection

My custom engagement ring is beautiful! Richard really put in the effort and I could tell he's…read morepassionate about his job. Highly recommend this place.

I had a great experience with Olufson Designs. I wandered in one day with questions about having my…read morering sized differently. They took detailed photos of the ring before, which were included on the estimate and receipt, and gave a clear estimate of what to expect. This is after we dropped it off at a different shop in Albany to have two bands soldered together, where photos were not taken of the ring at drop off and he felt overall uneasy about that experience. I really felt like everyone was friendly and helpful!

About a year ago, I brought a ring in to Olufson to inquire about having it appraised. The sales…read moreassociate was nice, told me they don't do appraisals, and that they generally don't recommend an appraisal them unless you are planning on selling the ring (strange advice if you ask me. I wanted to have it appraised for insurance). I don't think she knew that I brought the ring in a year or two earlier to have the gem identified (it was an inherited ring and we didn't know what the gem was). And I was told at the time that it was a high quality gem with high quality diamonds on it. She offered to buy it on the spot for $388. I politely declined knowing that the ring was likely worth a lot more. I finally had it appraised and the replacement value is off the charts. I know that replacement/insurance value is not equal to a purchase/selling price AT ALL, but the gold alone is worth 10x what they offered me. So shady. I would never go back to Olufson after this. Moral of the story: Always ALWAYS get a second opinion. Never sell jewelry on the spot. And maybe avoid Olufson.

It's important to understand that when you visit this shop, you will primarily be dealing with one…read moreperson. While it is true that it is a husband-and-wife business, Mike, one of the owners, mainly handles the coins. His wife answers the doorbell and assists with paperwork and some jewelry assessments, but during my almost hour-long wait with my sister, I only saw her look at one piece of jewelry that came in. All coin transactions with customers looking to sell are managed by Mike. When we finally met with him, he spent over 20 minutes explaining why he would not be purchasing our Morgan and Peace Dollars. It wasn't because they were fake; rather, my sister had purchased them from the Bradford Exchange, and while they were in "PCGS type" holders, Mike noticed that many coins were cleaned, which devalues them significantly. He was very kind and even suggested that we take them to a coin show. Mike also mentioned that if I bring in items that require closer inspection, I should make an appointment. He indicated that appointments take priority. This is truly a "Mom and Pop" establishment, and you should expect to wait a long time. They are upfront about this and may ask you to return later if possible because the shop is small, has no seating, and wait times can be lengthy. This is the only reason I rated it four stars. I found Mike to be friendly and attentive, taking the time to ensure that every customer who walked in understood why he would or would not purchase the items they presented. I can not comment on his inventory because the day I came, we was so busy with sellers he didn't even have a chance to put any coins out on his displays.

Very Great service and such an amazing couple owning the business. I came in to sell some old scrap…read morejewelry and Mike showed me every step it takes to find the value of the gold. I left with a very good deal and some tips for the next time I buy jewelry!

Only place I'll go, love that I can just text sarvas personally and receive a quick response with…read moreprices, appointment times or any questions whatsoever, and I usually get in the day of when booking a new piercing. When I had trouble with my conch I was given through instructions how to get it back to healing, and it worked fast. I've been pierced 11 times here and always been amazed at the service and quality/selection of jewelry. Always super thorough when it comes to placement too. My back dimple piercings and tripple forward helix's could not be more symmetrical. You will never feel like a stranger here.

Great service! Really easy to book and quick to get done. I booked the day of and managed to get an…read moreappointment within the hour. I have a high pain tolerance so the piercing was painless and well done. No complaints!

Most authentic gem shop around. Al is a treat and was wonderful to help us out with some hand-made…read morejewelry. As mentioned in other reviews, great variety in selection of both cut and uncut stones, worth a visit!

Rockhound's dream, with a nice mix of rough, cut and finished stones. Stones are priced to move…read more Al is the perfect gentleman to guide you to some nice finds!!!!

Even though we have lived in in the area for 7 years we still continue to explore and find new to…read moreus stores. Today we came across Northern Star and my 14 year old was like a kid in the candy store. To earrings, clothing, jewerly, beads, sage, and incense to name a few things there. She can home with some gauge earrings, and a scorpion necklace. We will definitely be back. We would rather buy her earrings from a local source and not big box store. Thanks for an amazing selection!

I grew up going to this store back when it was in a warehouse on 2nd Street…read more I recently moved back to the area after living in other states and have never found a shop that has as much variety and decent prices. I was glad to see it still operating twenty years after I left Corvallis. I'm not fond of being overly watched whilst shopping- which is why I give 4 stars. The worker assisted me promptly when I inquired about jewelry. I love this place and am glad it still exists.

What a gem of a store! Must stop by if downtown Corvallis. I…read morewas drawn into this store from a visit to the weekly farmers market and seeing them have a booth. Her jewelry is fine art. I've been a store buyer for 20 years and specifically jewelry and never buy anything and I could not stop thinking about the stones. Her stones and jewelry feels like it's waiting for a new home after a long journey. Her stones all have a light to them that I don't see all the time. The owner is a kind loving artist and I will always send people her way to get a little light.

From the owner: Beautiful Crystal, designer jewelry and artisan tile boutique. We specialize in bringing specialty…read morecrystals and stones from our favorite mines around the world. We cary stellar designer jewelry that is timeless as well as on trend. The tile we cary are top artisan makers from the Portland area, for the most beautiful and classic remodels and home builds. We look forward to meeting you.

very bad experience the smell when I stepped in was unsettling and I'm allergic to dogs and there…read morewas no warning about that, When i stepped in the overall aroma of the store was very unwelcoming and I didn't end up buying anything because again the smell of the store gave me a headache I will not be going here again. And I wouldn't recommend wasting your time or money here if your have issues like mine.

They feature a fun and creative inventory and the staff is friendly and very helpful.read more