Best jewelry store in the Triangle? Where is it? (Raleigh: how much, buying)

[jln69]

I like what I have seen at Baileys in Cameron Village. They are expensive though.

[jln69]

Originally Posted by Jdatlas

We got my diamond many years ago from the Boston Jeweler's Exchange Building at Downtown Crossing in Boston. Might be somewhere to consider if you can wait till you go back to MA for a visit.

Jackie. If you're reading, mine came from E. B. Horn down the street from the Jewelers Building in Downtwon Crossing. Small world.

[Jdatlas]

I have some jewelry from E.B. Horn too! Another place for RLamothe to try if she can't find anything she likes in The Triangle.

[RLamothe]

We won't be up to Boston until Christmas But I will still "mention" it!! I definitely know the Jewelry exchange! ::Sigh:: I miss Downtown Crossing so much...I used to go almost once every week or so! Best shopping!!!!

[VickiR]

If I were shopping for an engagement ring, I'd definitely go to CMI. They are very friendly and will take as much time with you as you need.

I love Bailey's but its very expensive. They do run a sale now and again!

Vicki

[Desdemona123]

Originally Posted by RLamothe

I'm interested in hearing your thoughts/experiences/dislikes/etc on the jewelry stores in the Triangle. I've been looking online at webpage’s but they can be so misleading. I'm willing to drive up to an hour to find a store with great reputation! I'm not looking for one that's in a mall or is a big chain. I want quality jewelry at its best price.

Also have you been to CMI? We're thinking of stopping by there this weekend. What about Roberto's off of Falls of Neuse?

Jolly's in North Hills

[North_Raleigh_Guy]

Originally Posted by RLamothe

You got it Gotta do research to send my significant other in the right direction!!

Sorry, I can't help with jewlery store suggestions here in the Triangle. I bought my wife's engagement ring while I was still back in NJ and did my research in the NYC Diamond District and some idependent NJ jewlers. Ireally loved shopping around for the perfect stone. But if your significant other is also looking to learn as much about diamonds as he can before making the big purchase, I found the following forum to be very useful. He may want to check it out:

Diamonds - Consumer and Expert Forum

and

Engagement Rings, Diamond Rings, and Wedding Bands Forum

Good Luck!

[tlh1005]

Bailey's in Cameron Village.
I'd say Jolly's over Bailey's but I haven't been to their shop since they left Cameron Village.
Johnson's of Raleigh

[RLamothe]

Yes I think we're going to stop at CMI later on today just to try stuff on...mostly b/c I'm sure I will like something completely different than what I see online and on my friends! I can't wait!!! Thanks for all the help!'

NorthRaleighGuy...I will pass those links on THANKS!

[RDSLOTS]

Thanks for the tips on jewelry repair. I have some old family pieces that need minor work -- a clasp fixed, a chain repaired, and the like.