YE Gurl Says: Service Matters More Than Sparkle at Worthington Jewelers…read more Place: Worthington Jewelers Context: Bridal show intro + in-store visits I really wanted to root for this one. I'm a fan of local, mom-and-pop businesses--especially for something as meaningful as wedding jewelry. Met the team at a bridal show, and while the energy felt a little off (crowds were heavy, so I gave grace), they warmed up enough to mention an extended bridal promo and encouraged me to stop in. So I did. And unfortunately... the experience never quite landed. When I came into the store, it was busy again--fair--but the interaction felt just as unclear as before. I explained exactly what I was looking for (even showed a Tiffany & Co. reference), and was immediately told customization was the only option... with no pricing guidance, no range, no transparency. That's a miss. When I did find a band in-store that worked, I moved forward--still without a clear idea of cost. After a long back-and-forth with a manufacturer, the quote came back at over $1,500 more than the comparable Tiffany piece. Pause. I also had to remind them about their own bridal promotion while actively making a purchase. That shouldn't be on the customer. To salvage the visit, I added earrings and dropped off jewelry for repair (which, to be clear, the smith work was excellent). But the buying experience? Still off. And here's where it really mattered: I later found my original ring through my Tiffany rep and called to cancel the order. Thankfully, I caught it in time--because buried in the fine print is that custom orders are non-cancelable. That's the kind of detail that should be clearly communicated upfront, not discovered later. Even the cancellation process felt like work. I was told someone would call me back... hours passed... I had to follow up myself to close the loop. Final visit to pick up my repaired jewelry? Empty store, but still somehow rushed. I tried to browse, got prompted to check out early, asked about items I'd previously seen--and was told they didn't exist. Then spotted them right next to me at checkout. At that point, I paid for the repair work and left with the same energy I walked in with: rushed, unclear, and not particularly welcomed. YE Gurl Insight: There's a difference between *nice* and *kind*. Nice feels scripted. Kind feels intentional. And in a category like jewelry--where purchases are emotional, high-investment, and personal--experience is everything. Final Take: * Craftsmanship (repairs): Strong * Retail experience: Inconsistent at best * Pricing transparency: Lacking * Overall vibe: Off I understand why more people are opting for brands like Tiffany & Co. or even online retailers like Mejuri --you get clarity, consistency, and a smoother experience without the friction. YE Gurl Says: Support local when it feels good to do so. But if the experience makes you second-guess a meaningful purchase? Trust that instinct and move accordingly.

They had a good selection of ring settings and were able to take my diamond and put together a…read morebeautiful piece of jewelry. The diamond selection is not the largest depending on what type of diamond you're looking to buy.

Koulian Jewelers made the engagement ring experience stress-free and actually enjoyable. I came in…read morewith a photo of the style I wanted and the gentleman who helped me put everything together perfectly. He was patient, honest, and super easy to talk to. It felt like I was dealing with family, not just another jewelry store. The ring was finished quicker than I expected and it came out amazing. I'd recommend Koulian Jewelers to anyone looking for quality work and great service

Alec was charged with resizing of my wedding band of 43 years but not losing the inscription. What…read morean amazing job and with only a few days notice, just in time for Christmas. It means so much to me to have my wedding band back where it belongs without losing the inscription we chose those many years ago. Thank you Alec.

There is something to be said about a local family-owned business. Everyone here is so friendly,…read moreknowledgeable, and inviting. They don't ever make you feel pressured to buy anything or try to upcharge you. My husband got my engagement ring custom made here last year. They worked with him on every detail until it was exactly what he wanted and it turned out beautiful. We proceeded to get our wedding rings from here as well - both have custom work done to them, mine especially. They collaborated with me on the design I wanted and hand carved it. They spent a lot of time ensuring it was to their standards. I know this because they told us they didn't like the first one they made and started over. I highly recommend coming here for any personalization or jewelry needs.

I cannot say enough great things about Alex and the entire team at Dublin Village Jewelers. They…read moretruly went above and beyond to make the entire engagement ring process as stress free and seamless as possible. They took the time to walk me through every step in a way that was clear, honest, and approachable, and were always mindful of my budget. Alex was fantastic to work with and kept me in the loop every step of the way. He took my loose ideas and turned them into something thoughtful, unique, and honestly better than I had pictured. The ring itself turned out absolutely stunning, a true piece of art that my fiance and I will cherish for a lifetime. I am incredibly grateful for their guidance and craftsmanship, and would highly recommend Dublin Village Jewelers to anyone!

I will update this review with greater detail on the procurement and purchasing process upon my…read morereturn, but I wanted to take the opportunity to show my thanks and appreciation for the time and consideration shown to my wife and I. This fall will be my 14th wedding anniversary, and much to my credit (or so I choose to claim) I have not given my lovely spouse rhyme or reason to ever consider the removal of her ring. Time, unfortunately, is unyielding in its pursuit to render us as mere shadows of our former selves, and as such my wife's hand has slightly outgrown the proportions of the ring when our nuptials were newly minted. Meyers Jewelers, at no charge and with a substantial investment of their own time, assisted with the removal of the old ring before issues of circulation started to come into play for my wife's afflicted digit. Seriously, this thing put up a fight, but with elbow grease and determination we sundered the old jewelry from her finger, giving it time to heal and adjust. I will definitely be back to give them a proper shot for when we procure our replacement piece of bling. Thanks guys!

My experience at Meyers Jewelers has convinced me that I won't be returning. This was my first time…read moreusing their services for a simple watch repair, and unfortunately, the customer service left a poor impression. From the moment I walked in, I was not greeted warmly. Several employees were gathered at the front desk casually browsing the internet and discussing what they were looking at while I waited to be helped. The interaction felt very transactional rather than welcoming. The employee who assisted me spoke very little and showed little interest in providing friendly customer service. The employee who performed the service on my watch was similarly brief and lacked courtesy. Although I came in for a minor service rather than a significant purchase, every customer should receive the same level of professionalism and respect. Based on this experience, I would not feel comfortable returning for future purchases or services, regardless of their size.

This was my first visit here. Super friendly and very informative. Fast, easy fix while I waited…read more Excellent pricing and service!!

One of the opals, in my wedding band, started to fall apart. A friend of mine recommended this shop…read morebecause she had a good experience when they repaired one of her rings. I was so nervous about handing my ring over to someone. The owner was very kind, knowledgeable, and reassuring. It took a little over a week for the repair. I thought the cost of the repair was fair. They matched the opal perfectly, then cleaned and polished it beautifully. It looks better than brand new and I am so grateful to the jeweler who took such good care of my ring.

I recently had two pieces of jewelry designed and created at Infinity Custom Jewlers in Gahanna…read more Kristin and Ron were both outstanding to work with. They were able to use our family jewelry of diamonds and gold, that were significant to us, to make these beautiful pieces of jewelry that I will cherish forever. Kristin was so patient with me as we worked through what I envisioned and the ring and bracelet are exquisite. I would highly recommend Infinity Custom Jewelers and will be returning in the future for more pieces.

I needed a ring my mother gave me appraised and they were well rated on Angie's List. Close to the…read moreoffice so I took a chance and dropped it off less than a week ago. My initial experience was not optimal. The store was busy (good sign!) but the gal who checked my jewelry in I would quickly not consider an expert. She asked how much I wanted to tag onto my jewelry while it was in their care. When I told her she turned her nose up and said it sounded a "bit high" but ok. Surely, there's 10 different ways to get me to respond to your question without directly insulting me as a potential long term client with your response. She then asked me if I was aware of the heavy duty $50 fee to appraise my ring. I smiled and said of course, as this was already quoted to me prior to my arrival. Again - it comes down to presentation. Little if any people skills. A bit disturbing. Less than a week later I got a call sharing my ring was ready. Shop was not crowded so I got in rather quickly. The young lady who checked me out was amazing. Very professional and prompt and quickly pulled my ring. She shared which documents were for my insurance and which were for my own records. Upon opening the documents I was more than mildly amused when I saw the appraisal came back HIGHER than what was so quickly blown off by the clerk who checked me in up on my initial visit. Wasn't that interesting....and I was right. She was not an expert. The overall service, delivery and operations are worth the good ratings and I will return. I'm chalking up the insults to perhaps one substandard employee or even a good one having an off day.

Rodney Hargus I…read morecan't say enough good things about Alexander's Jewelers. They have practically performed miracles on the antique watches that I have brought in. Extremely friendly and helpful. Utterly amazing in there quality and customer service.

I bought a Rolex from Alex. He was recommended by a friend. He is great to talk with, very…read moreknowedgeable and professional. He has quality jewelry at a fair price. I trust Alex and so can you! It is great to have someone you can depend on when making a purchase of a special gift.

In addition to selling beautiful jewelry, the team here is very kind and professional. Madeline and…read moreJeff helped me with a ring that I needed to have cut off, and they will also repair the ring to its original state. They put me right at ease when I came in flustered and I know the ring is in good hands for the repair.

Yup,really nice people! They made me a new pair of…read moreearrings,I didn't like the old one that I had,they changed just the backs of my earrings,but they did a great job! I love the new earrings so much,professionals are working here for sure.