Be open. Appears abandoned. Made my way all the way there to see everything in disarray and locked…read moreduring posted business Hoi he. Huge waste of time.

No Beads! Not at all what I was expecting. Bad vintage clothes not worth it whats so ever.read more

Poor customer service. Paid for items to expedited ship, the company forgot one item for a…read morebridesmaid, and didn't expedite the new in time for the wedding. Thus, completely pointless to have for the wedding. They didn't apologize, and said they sent the package the day I asked it needed to be sent to arrive in time for the wedding. the postmark on the package was the date of the wedding. So they lied about when they sent it, lied in their note, and just plain unprofessional. In response to your reply, I've actually been too busy to post my review, "many months later" and not upset, however, your unprofessional defense tactic is apparent in mentioning my father in the hospital for all to see, and blame my upsetment. The issue at hand was a lack of customer service in not doing what a local retailer could have done to get it there in time, and not a lack of timeliness on my part. I wish you well with your craft. Hopefully holidays won't be your downfall again of getting out packages in your future.

I stopped into SASKIA today while walking around Industry City and had such a lovely shopping…read moreexperience! As soon as I entered the store I was greeted by Saskia, the designer and owner, who knew everything there was to know about the beads and gemstones used. Everyone was in masks and had to sanitize their hands on the way in and out, which I really appreciated! Not only do they carry jewelry, but also decor, statues, incense, and crystals from around the world. Such an underrated spot in Brooklyn and definitely a small business that I'll continue to support in the future.

Cute shop with a great selection. Had a lovely conversation with the owner whom gave sage advice!read more

This is one of my favorite stores in the world I love stopping in and meeting Ching the owner she…read morehas changed my life after dealing with a very bad miscarriage and being hospitalized I came across her store when I was focusing on self-care and the first time I passed it it was close when I was walking back she was open and I walked in and she stated that her prescription to me would be a singing bowl she told me I did not need anymore Crystals. She said to think about it I went home waited two weeks and sure enough came back to get the prescription that she advised and boy has it changed my life I love going to Ching, I love listening to her talk and explain situations she is definitely a mentor and I cannot speak highly enough about her

Beads of Paradise is like a museum. Worthwhile to view their website,their Instagram and general…read moreonline presence. even better- go there!Gracious helpful staff. Prices commensurate with the value of the items. Many handmade, variety of beads and stones. I also use their jewelry repair services I recently had a necklace chain made longer- an easy matter that was done with precision. Plus great location 16 east 17 St- Union Square area

What an absolutely great stop if you're at all interested in African artifacts, celebrity ornaments…read moreand beads. Staff are super helpful and sweet. While the store is long and narrow there is so much to see, you really need to take your time to browse. Street parking.

One of the best jewelry experiences I've ever had. Very reasonable, affordable, and knowledgable. I…read morestumbled across Pippin, on google while looking for a Judaica store and came across Pippin Vintage Jewelry by chance. While not a Judaica shop, I took a chance on stopping by while in the neighborhood for an appt nearby. They are BEAUTIFUL inside, and have an old fashioned, knowledgeable awareness of all things jewelry. I never expected to find what I had been looking for but also did way better than if I'd gone on Etsy, or even to Tiffany, or other regular jewelry store. In general their collections of all types of jewelry is amazing and very thorough and of quality in all categories. This happens to include a dedicated section for gold and silver religious pieces. I was looking for a gold Star of David and a gold chain too for it. They were very nice, helpful, and knowledgable about the gold and very reasonable. They even marked the weight of the pieces I purchased and gave me a very well made box for it. I highly recommend this place for anything one might be looking for and very much will be back again to purchase more pieces I might be looking for.

Don't be an idiot and come into the shop!I didn't expect to spend and bought two pieces! The team…read morehere was amazingly friendly, helpful! I love my pieces that I came back to get a gift card to find they saved my old necklace that I left behind!!!! Who are these people?!? How are they so nice and attentive?!?

ou will feel welcomed the moment you step foot in here. The person assisting me was very…read moreknowledgeable about each piece of jewelry in the shop. There is a lot of thought behind every item and how it's presented If you're curious enough, you will learn more of the story. I was able to purchase my mom a gift that she did not want me to return for the first time in a long time. I also couldn't resist getting myself earrings and a necklace that makes me feel alive. Prepare to spend some dollars Now that I've gotten to experience how special this place is, I will most definitely be coming back.

My sister & I ran here just before they were closing. The woman working there was very nice to us…read more We bought a ton of beautiful, embroidered masks, which I always get compliments on. They have a lot of beautiful things. I couldn't remember the name so I just looked them up to return there for another mask and to see what else they have.

Soulful perfection. My fiancee, now my adored wife, and I, wandered into this sweet place in 2021…read more-- ironically, because the jewelry store we had planned to visit was closed. Thank you, Goddess of Serendipity. We came out with her wedding ring. We no longer live near Park Slope, but we visit intermittently, and we never leave without something singular and unusual. Next to Specific Gravity, chain jewelry stores feel like McDonalds -- bleak, flashy, mechanical. At this store, you can feel the loving vibrations that went into every piece. And the prices are commensurate with the art. One other thing: no matter how lovely the merchandise is, the experience of visiting, browsing, laughing (always), trying on, and purchasing is nothing without heart. Specific Gravity is staffed by gracious people, some of them artists, so that even when we haven't found anything to buy that day, we have always gone out of the store feeling that we have hung out with dear people. An irreplaceable warm experience.

The most well curated and put together jewelry store in NYC. All of the pieces they sell are made…read moreby artists with close relationships to Brooklyn Metal Works. With a large collection of diverse artists you are bound to find a quality work that speaks to you. Definitely a spot I would recommend checking out!!

I am always going to love this place, but the 1000+% markup is insane. It is like walking into a…read moremuseum of natural history with rocks and minerals and fossils (including amazing teeth of sharks and dinosaurs) from all over the world. You can also find beautiful corals here. There are also taxidermied/freeze-dried bats and displace cases of insects and insects in acrylic blocks which I am not as fond of due to the nature of it, but it's still very neat to look at up close. They also have minerals made into decor - such as clocks, pen pads, and other decorations.

Hi from Thalia, was just in The Astro Gallery 417 5th Ave Nyc! AMAZING. Meteorites!…read moreFOSSILS! Megalodon teeth! THE CRYSTALS AND GEMS alone, I could go on and on.I also love the energy of the place so peaceful and they are so helpful! This store is a hidden Gem all by itself! Oh they also have great prices that fit every budget! For such special merchandise, some millions of years old..that's incredible! ITS LIKE IF YOU WALKED INTO THE AMERICAN Natural History MUSEUM and they said you could buy some exhibits! There is so much more to see in this store.Please tell them they got a great Yelp Review. 5 stars!