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April 2024 by Alex O.
Great first time experience at this shop. Sami was a true gentleman and very knowledgeable in his craft. If you have any questions, Sami is the man to help you. Very generous, will definitely come back again.
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March 2024 by Ken B.
Cannot recommend Sammy and OC Diamond Estate enough! He has very good quality jewelry and superior customer service! He was a lifesaver last Valentine's Day and bailed me out with the Mrs! Will definitely be back!
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March 2024 by Bill B.
Caveat Emptor (buyer be ware). Old dude (Sammy?) saw me coming. Told him what I needed for a gift for tonight. He had just the thing! Dug around in his desk. "I've been holding this for so many years thinking no one would buy such an eclectic item." he said. "For you I'll sell it at my cost" he said. After giving the gift I THEN did a google picture search. He sold it to me for 4 times the Amazon price. It's not even an antique. Cheap China sh#t made to look old and 'spensive. I know I'm the dumb-ass here, but he's a lying crook. DO NOT BUY FROM OC DIAMOND ESTATE JEWELRY.
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March 2024 by Amy B.
My husband took me here for my 40th birthday because he knows I love antique rings. I was blown away by the selection and service. It truly was an amazing experience. Samy thank you so much for making it so special. He really took the time to get to know me and what I liked and I found the most perfect ring.
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February 2024 by Andrea C.
I absolutely love this place. I think service and craftsmanship like this is hard to find. the amount of vintage and antiques pieces is astonishing! I'll be back for all my future heirlooms.
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January 2024 by Jennifer G.
Samy is an absolute gem! His assistance was incredibly helpful, and his intuitive insights made the experience delightful. Samy's expertise extends beyond great service; his collection of estate jewelry is a testament to his dedication. The pieces are not only detailed and beautiful but also offer a wonderful variety. It's evident that he curates his selection with care, making the shopping experience truly exceptional.
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January 2024 by Monze G.
Besides the beautiful jewelry in this shop, the atmosphere was not only inviting but made you feel very rich. The owner himself, Sammy, was very kind and such a great person to talk to. You will leave this shop with a lovely piece of jewelry and a memorial experience.
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October 2023 by Dario R.
I like so many of the shops in the Orange Circle, but this estate jewelry has become one of my favorites for various reasons. The owner of the store, Samy, is a kind-hearted and wise man who cultivated interesting conversation while you're looking in his shop. He's an experienced man and a master of his craft. If I remember correctly, I believe he's been in this industry for over 60 years and it shows. He can talk to you about any of the pieces in his store: where he got it, who he got it from, why he likes it, how much he bought it for, etc. He's transparent with his sales and certainly appreciates patronage. He really has something for everyone. I have returned to Samy's shop many of times and there's always something interesting. I purchased a beautiful and almost regal crystal cat that now sits on my piano. For my mother, I selected a statue of the archangel Gabriele with imagery of some significant events in the Book of Revelation posted on the angel's wings. For my brother's college graduation, I picked out a pair of silver horse-headed cuff links, which Samy was happy to polish off and remove any blemishes from sitting in a box for a long time. Truly, Samy is a joy to return to every time and I look forward to our conversations. I love learning about his business and how he's gotten to where he is today. I'm excited to return in the future for some more niche finds and even better company!
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September 2023 by Andrew M.
I walk into this jewelry store and this old man assuming the owner asks me "what am I doing?" I was surprised because who asks that⁉ I said "im chillin" and he goes "GET OUT I DO NOT WANT YOU CHILLING IN MY STORE" and I flat out said your mama. I've never experienced such poor customer service. Almost felt prejudice.
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September 2023 by Cameron M.
I left a great review a few days prior, then when uncovering how Samy really is I chose to delete that review and start fresh. I was glad to have done some portion of "business" with Samy. I know very well he buys all these rings at a fraction of what he charges. I asked Samy to size the ring and ensured that it came with what I paid . A few days later I wanted to make sure what I got was what I paid for so I had Samy appraise it, he sold to me at 1500. Which was a great buy, Samy lacked any paperwork so I did want it appraised it came back worth 3500. After the appraisal came back Samy had gotten strange and taken back the "included" sizing and I had presented the make shift card receipt saying that he would size it included in the price. I believe that he had some sort of buyers remorse selling it to me for much less. He also mocked me calling me a loser and such to my friends that went to pick up the ring and mocking my voice as well. I would never refer this man to any friend of mine and I hope anyone takes a look at this review prior time making a large purchase with this man. I thought this guy was a genuinely nice guy. I live 900 miles away and my hometown is Orange so I bought the ring here for my gf. This guy will blow smoke up your ass just to get you to buy something. Stay away from this guy.
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August 2023 by Ava Simons
Samy was very friendly, helpful and kind. lovely establishment and beautiful antiques.
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August 2023 by Chrissy H.
I came in today to get an estimate of what a ring would cost to sell, and Samy was very honest and kind to give me a very quick quote. I had gone to a few other places just to do my homework, and although they were similar, Samy gave me the best price and his kindness and friendliness won me over. As I looked throughout his store, I noticed many beautiful pieces with such amazing, incredible detail. I can tell that he really selects pieces to buy that are very unique and beautiful, to then sell in his store. Thank you, Samy! I look forward to hopefully bringing my husband back so he can buy me something fun and special!
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August 2023 by Amy Q.
Hidden gem of antique treasures within the heart of Old Town Orange. I came in to get my engagement ring inspected and cleaned, and Samy was so warm and patience. He inspected the ring and explain in great details what he saw and will be fixing. There aren't that many stores that specialized in fixing and selling antique period rings. I spent a while at the shop while Samy worked on the ring, ended up buying a beautiful art deco gold bracelet. I will be coming back to check Samy's inventory for unique pieces.
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August 2023 by Rebekah W.
Extensive selection with many beautiful, genuine pieces. If you are looking for anything in particular, just ask, as he will most likely have it in hand or somewhere in the back of the store. That being said, the prices are extremely high, and pieces are very over priced. Know the current price of gold per gram in the US market on the day you walk in, and be prepared to either haggle a lot or spend more than you probably should. I did purchase a ring band that I loved and would not be able to find elsewhere, but spent about $120 more than I would value it at. Great place to browse and try on absolutely anything, but don't fall for the idea that it is a good price just because you are told it is.
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August 2023 by Michelle Ann
I didn't end up buying anything, due to my limited budget, but Sam was a joy to spend time with! I had a blast geeking out over the beautiful antiques he showed me. I still can't get the Tsavorite navette ring or perfect earrings for my necklace out of my mind! Will definitely be back next time I'm in town.