Lab Grown Diamonds

Lab Grown Diamonds at Gittelson Jewelers

What are lab grown diamonds?

Lab-grown diamonds also referred to as lab-created diamonds, man-made diamonds, manufactured diamonds, or engineered diamonds, consist of carbon, just like natural diamonds. The dissimilarity between a lab-grown diamond and a natural diamond lies not in their appearance but in their growth process. Natural diamonds form deep within the earth over millions or even billions of years. In contrast, lab-grown diamonds are cultivated within a controlled machine environment and take anywhere from a few days to several months to develop, depending on their size.

Generally, it proves challenging for a trained gemologist or jeweler to distinguish between a lab-grown diamond and a natural diamond based solely on visual examination.

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Lab Grown Diamonds FAQs

How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?

Currently, there are two ways lab-grown diamonds are created – the HPHT (high-pressure high temperature) and CVD (chemical vapor deposition) methods.

The HPHT process closely mimics the conditions that diamonds need to form naturally, but they do it much quicker.
CVD diamonds grow from an HPHT-grown diamond seed crystal. Carbon rains down from a plasma cloud and deposits onto the seed crystal, growing diamond in layers.

Both processes produce the same gem-quality lab diamonds. However, the CVD process is becoming more common in the industry because it’s more cost-effective and the machinery is a lot smaller.

At Gittelson Jewelers, our wholesalers list both HPHT and CVD diamonds.

How Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Graded?

Lab-grown diamonds can vary in color and clarity grades just like natural diamonds and are graded on the same scale for both.

Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Flawless?

No, lab-grown diamonds can have inclusions just like natural diamonds, just composed of different materials. They are graded on the same clarity scale as natural diamonds. Grades ranging from Flawless to SI2 are available. There are a myriad of different lab-grown diamond options out there for you to choose from.

What Does it Mean if my Lab-Grown Diamond is Treated?

Sometimes CVD-grown lab-grown diamonds come out of the machine with a brownish tint so they are treated for color post-growth. This is a stable process and will not affect the diamond in any way over time. It can still be put in an ultrasonic machine to be professionally cleaned and take heat from a jeweler’s torch. This is just an added step in the growing process for some diamonds in order to attain a higher color grade with less of a brownish tint. Our lab-grown diamond article has a detailed section about post-growth treatment for more information.

What is the Difference Between lab-Grown Diamonds and Moissanite?

A lab-grown diamond is a real diamond, just created in a machine rather than the earth. It has the same chemical, physical and optical properties and is composed of carbon. Moissanite is a diamond simulant. This means it looks like a diamond, but that’s where the similarities end. Moissanite has a completely different chemical makeup. One quick way to tell the difference between a diamond (lab or natural) and moissanite is to check for doubling in the facets. Diamond is singly refractive and will only show 1 set of facet junctions when looking at the diamond through the bezel facets while moissanite is doubly refractive and will show 2 sets of facet junctions. (Magnification and training is required for this.)

Are Lab-Grown Diamonds a Good Investment?

Lab-grown diamonds are a great alternative to natural diamonds, especially if you are looking for a larger stone within your budget since they usually have a lower price point. Resale value can vary over time just like any other natural or lab-created gemstone. Since lab grown diamonds are a newer product on the market, there is more uncertainty on future pricing when compared to natural diamonds.

What are Other Names for Lab-Grown Diamonds?

Man-made diamond, lab-created diamond, synthetic diamond, manufactured diamond, laboratory-grown diamond, LGD.

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Absolutely the best! Spent some time researching ahead of time, and Gittelson was the highest rated. Now I know why. Perfect job adjusting my jewelry, and clearly know & take pride in their craft.

Megan Groves

Absolutely the best! Spent some time researching ahead of time, and Gittelson was the highest rated. Now I know why. Perfect job adjusting my jewelry, and...

Megan G.

I've been going to Gittelson since 2015 and plan to continue my patronage for as long as I have a body to accessorize! From watches to rings, Mike and his team have delivered the best results in quality and turn-around I've experienced from any jeweler in the cities.

Wes Fick

I had the best experience with Michael Gittelson. My ring needed to be sized and sautered together. I dropped it off on Monday, had it back on Wednesday. They did a beautiful job. They tightened a few loose diamonds and polished for me also. I couldn't be happier with the outcome or the price. I highly recommend Gittelson Jewelers.Diana A

Diana Abraham

Gittelson jeweler's Fast, friendly,no pressure to buy,honest.I went for a broken clasp on a silver necklace that wasn't even purchased through them. They also cleaned it for no additional cost. Thank you for the great service

Jason Heikke

Gene, Molly, and Mike are amazing. They helped my *almost* husband build the most amazing engagement ring, then create my gorgeous wedding band ahead of our wedding next month. Every time we go in for a ring check-up they are the most lovely people, and I look forward to going in and seeing all three of them. Thank you all so much for being wonderful, supportive, and relentlessly positive. I hope to see you again for years to come!UPDATEAlmost two years later, and we still love Mike and his store. As an enormous klutz, I am always dinging up my beautiful ring. Whenever I bring it in for a touch up or a clean, Mike is warm, welcoming, and delightful. My ring always comes back even more beautiful than when I drop it off, and I look forward to dropping in. Gittleson’s is truly a gem.

Jeanni Ledin

Nothing but the best experiences since we custom designed my engagement ring five years ago. I recently had to have a different ring repaired and have my wedding set resized. Both times the service was wonderful, quick, and the pricing very reasonable. They are easy to locate in the skyway and I never struggle with finding parking in the Northstar ramp. Mikey does a wonderful job carrying on the family legacy. I recommend Gittleson to anyone who is need of jeweler!

Laura Zook

I took my Movado watch in to have a pin replaced and soldered. Michael took the time to explain the work that would be done and how long it would take. He...

Abby S.

Highly, highly recommended.Everyone at Gittleson Jewelers works diligently, efficiently and are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about their craft. I’m so thankful I started my Jewelry journey here. I feel bad I deviated away from here and went to KAY - there’s just no competition when it comes to quality or consumer care. The attention and quality of service Gittleson provides their customers with is unmatched by any jeweler in Minnesota. It’s clear they’re here for the people and not so much the profit like these other penny pinching stores are. What’s more, Gittleson’s quality of gems are incredibly hard to come by and find! Gittleson just wants to make you look good!Thank you so much for taking care of me and my jewelry needs!!

Handy Helper

I cannot express how fantastic this store is, Gene and Mike are going to treat you amazing, committed to offering fine jewelry of the highest quality, from diamonds and engagement rings to gifts for any occasion. Now open at Six Quebec Building (Skyway Level) it is more than just a jewelry store, it's your friend in the jewelry business and takes care of you from the moment you enter their place for as long as you know them!. They adorn you in a delicate and classy way with "diamonds in the skyway"Highly recommended!!

Rosy Sánchez

I went in to have my wedding ring repaired. It wasn't a big deal, just needed some soldering. What I got back was a repaired ring that had been buffed and shined to beyond new condition. I was very impressed! What REALLY struck me though was how well I was being treated for someone only spending $50. You would have thought I was buying a $10,000 diamond. Really good people, terrific service and results that are beyond expectations. I'll be going back for sure!

Michael Wedl

I went in to have my wedding ring repaired. It wasn't a big deal, just needed some soldering. What I got back was a repaired ring that had been buffed and...

Mike W.

I'm very very grateful for the service they did on of my Jury. I dropped it off they fixed the clamp better than it was when I approached it originally. 🙂 quality service and treated like family 🙂 Thank you so much

Nique Rocks

I've been going to see Gene and Mike for almost 10 years now. Our son introduced us to Gene and it's been wonderful! They always go above and beyond in...

Kathy J.

Very friendly and helpful. They know what they are talking about. The service was also fast. I was in no hurry and let them know that, but still, I had my...

Phil B.

I cannot express how fantastic this store is, and these people are. Gene and Mike are going to treat you amazingly, give you a very good price for top quality merchandise, and takes care of you from the moment you enter their store, for as long as you know them!I took a ring in to them where a stone had fallen out, and they worked with me to select a new stone and replace it, and when there was a subsequent problem with the ring, they immediately took care of it with no questions asked and at no charge. I simply cannot recommend them highly enough!

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Super easy and fun process! So happy to work along side the staff at Gittelson and make sure I got the best ring possible! Will always recommend to friends going forward!

Joseph Larson

I went here to get a two rings fixed. They were incredibly nice and helpful. Highly recommend!

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Dee Boy Menzie

My husband stopped into Gittelson's jewelers for the first time about a month ago. He picked out the most stunning ring I have ever seen. They were so helpful, professional, and friendly. The price was incredible. We will definitely buy from them again. Highly recommend.

Karen

Adore this place & the people that work there! I had a few pieces of jewelry that needed fixing & they helped me out perfectly. Highly recommend - good prices as well! 😊

Payton Lund

Gittelson Jewelers came highly recommended, and they did not disappoint. From the moment you arrive, you are taken care of. My wedding ring has never looked so good! Thank you! They can do it all.

Lisa Diessner

If you're looking for a family owned business that will treat you like family Look no further! I came here to get a wedding band and I couldn't be happier with the service and quality that I received. They worked with me to custom make my perfect ring. Also free parking

Jeremy Feuk

Gittelson Jewelers is a family run business and from the moment I walked into their store, they treated me like family.They didn’t try to sell me on something above and beyond what I wanted or needed, they took into consideration my vision and that of my fiancé.Once we decided on the diamond and the setting, the Gittelson team went to work and in a matter of days I returned to see the magic they created.My fiancé reminds me regularly how wonderful her ring is and how happy she is every time she looks down at it.If you’re truly looking for a store that makes you feel appreciated and rewarded with quality, then make it a point to reach out to the team at Gittelson.

Steven Feinberg

Gene will forever be part of my journey! In 1999 I wanted to propose at midnight on New Years Eve, and was having difficulty affording the ring I wanted. With time running out, I shared my story with Gene, and he personally bought my ring with a contract written on a receipt. I proposed, and 21 years later have an amazing family. Gene's generosity and kindred spirit ensured the crossroad I was at turned into a beautiful path. I trust Gene, Michael and Molly - and know by experience (over and over) that they will treat me right.John & Jenni

Jenni Aho

My fiancé and I looked at rings and he ended up getting mine at Gittleson Jewelers! The whole experience has been amazing. We feel like family there. They are always so so kind and very knowledgeable as well! We will definitely be coming back for our wedding rings. 🙂

Carolyn Eurman

I just finished picking up my ring. Walking away from this bright, oasis in the skyway I pondered my experience and felt motivated to write a review. All I can say is this has been a top-shelf, A+, Olympic-gold-medal experience. From the moment I opened the door and was greeted by Mr. Gittleson himself, and being assured with confidence "we're going to take good care of you," I felt like I had run into an old friend and we picked-up right we we left off. Michael and Molly provided excellent information and support as I was guided through the quicker-than-expected process of getting a quote, completing the job and picking up my prized ring. Dear reader, I would set aside combing through reviews and do yourself the favor of going down to Gittleson Jewelers and checking out the shop, even just to informally meet the crew. Once you exit the hustle and bustle of the crowded skyway, and enter into the serene calm of this luminous and lovely store, you'll feel like you're home. Other shops in the area want you to think you have a "friend in the jewelry business", but trust me, with Gittleson's you are treated like family.

Tomm Carlson

They custom made my spouse's wedding ring in 2018 and we absolutely love it. I brought my own stones and the final estimated value was much more than they charged me. I'm very happy with the design experience too, they were great to work with and their design tastes were superb.

Rin Lalu

My go-to place for all jewelry repairs. I have had rings sized both up and down, batteries put in watches, and always had cheerful service. Repairs are done on time, and the prices are extremely reasonable. This is a happy place to go!

Mary Boyd

Since I got engaged, and when my fiancé bought my ring, I lost weight; my fingers got thinner. I needed to get the ring resized, so I researched some jewelers near by who could fix my ring at a reasonable price (I’m a senior in college, I have to be somewhat gentle on the bank) & I found Gittelson Jewelers. From the beginning; asking about their services, to taking in my ring for a quote, and then picking it up today, they were nothing less than kind, humerus & attentive. My ring was quoted & fixed within less than a week and they were attentive to call me and let me know about every step in the process. They even gave me a student discount on the downsizing, which is a huge blessing because paying for a wedding already is a lot of money, on top of paying for school (so worth it though)! After payment, they even chipped in a bottle of cleaner, so my ring can and will always be clean and sparkly. My ring fits like a glove & I'm so grateful for Gittelson Jewelers for making that happen. I definitely will recommend everyone to go here, whether it’s a fix or to buy beautiful jewelry, especially my college age friends!

Chloe Sherman

Gene, Molly & Michael are the best of the best! After reading the reviews online, I came into the store to get my engagement ring (purchased from a different store outside the city) fitted. The family was so kind, polite, and welcoming - I felt like royalty! They fit my ring perfectly in 3 business days and presented it to me even more sparkly & clean than I remember. They took such great care of me. My fiancé and I will be back to purchase our bands! Thank you!

Lauren Loeb

Impeccable service. a place where you are truly treated like family. Gene, Michael, and Molly pay special attention to a customer's needs.

Michael Harmer

Thank you to everyone at Gittelson Jewelers! Every aspect, from service, quality, price and design has been amazing. We were creating a new wedding ring with stones from an old ring. They listened to what we were envisioning and created a beautiful design that incorporated everything we were looking for. I now have a one of a kind, perfectly balanced wedding ring that is stunning. I couldn't have asked for more. I highly recommend Gittelson for your jewelry needs; they will treat you like family and find exactly what you are looking for.

A Nolde

I needed a new wedding ring incorporating stones from an old, damaged ring. I walked into Gittelson Jewelers and was immediately treated like family. They...

A N.

We are extremely happy with the services and expertise of Gittelson Jewelers . Molly proved to be an expert in designing and customizing the engagement ring. They frequently provided updates during the entire process, and they helped make the entire engagement process special and personalized. Thank you so much!

Brian Leopold

I recommend Gittelson’s to anyone looking for a attentive, timely and quality jeweler. They have my business for life. They have the unique ability to take a dream and turn it into a reality. They have a wide range of unique pieces that will stand above the crowd. Their serves goes above and beyond any other jeweler I’ve been to. 10/10 would recommend. I will post again soon with pictures 🥰❤️😁💯

Jessica Snyder

From start to finish, Gittelson has been seriously awesome. I decided to switch my engagement band from silver to gold, and found Gittelson in my search to do so for me. I wanted to make sure I found someone I could trust and would bring the image I had in my head to life. They were quick to communicate with me over email, super friendly and helpful when I went it, and checked in with me to give me updates all along the way. I just received by ring back and it's even better than I imagined!! It's exactly what I wanted, and feel like their pricing for my custom band was great! I definitely feel I found my new long term jeweler in Gittelson! Thank you!!

Bre Bennewitz

To the entire staff at Gittelson, thank you! You made our big day so incredibly special and we couldn't be happier with our rings. Along the way, you listened to what we were looking for and came up with the best possible product to meet our needs. Not to mention, you truly took us in like your own family and for that, we can't thank you enough. Each and every one of you are a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Gittelson for any of your jewelry needs. Thank you!

Lauren Hazuka

I needed to repair an engagement ring which had bent prongs and could no longer hold the stone. Not only did Gittelson respond in less than 5 minutes, they...

Julius R.

If you miss the days of personal customer service, you will find it here! The Gittelson Jewelers team are wonderful and treat you like family. They do beautiful work if you need an old piece cleaned up or updated. They have a beautiful selection of new items too at a great price. I highly recommend Gittelson! They are the best.

Kimberly Krol

I got engaged around Christmas time and did not love my band to my engagement ring. My fiancé and I decided to reset my ring. I am quite picky and also like to find a good deal. After contacting 15 different jewlers I decided this was the one since they are family owed and Molly was so personal emailing back. My ring resetting was not some big price tag, but they treated me as if it was. Every detail confirmed as if it was the most important project. I had to commute an hour and thirty minutes which was totally worth it! (They do have a mailing option but I prefer in person) They are kind, personal, and genuine. I came in with the design I wanted and they gave me other options as well which I appreciated. Good to know of multiple options before settling on one. Over all the process was pretty quick. If you would like to work with a business who truly cares and receive a beautiful product in the end, this is the place to go!

Taylor Chadderdon

I highly recommend them! I had my vintage engagement ring fixed and cleaned and it was beautiful! I had a pair of vintage earrings that were twist on and they were able to rework the earrings so that they had a post instead! They resized another vintage ring of mine! I will trust them with all of my jewelry modern and vintage!They are so nice and accommodating and you can tell they really care about you and your jewelry! Thank you again for the wonderful job 🙂

Lacie Shelton

I was in town with CNN working for two weeks and really wanted to get my engagement ring cleaned up before I went home. Gene, Michael, and Molly couldn't...

Tessa C.

Super helpful and lovely staff! Highly recommend.

Marlena Rodriguez

While cleaning one Friday, my anniversary band lost a small diamond, and I was beside myself. I browsed yelp, found Gittleson Jewlers, and sent a message...

Amy C.

Took my watch there to get fixed, it hasn’t worked in a few years and I couldn’t find a new link for the band. They took care of everything quickly and smoothly and kept me updated on the progress. The entire experience was painless, the staff is courteous and personable, cannot say enough good things about them.

Chinedu Nwasike

Gene, Michael, Molly & Jennifer always makes shopping at the Gittelson shop an amazing experience. Never pressured to buy, always willing to educate you on your interests, customer service is top notch. I will continue to use their business to provide all my needs in the future. Love the diamond earrings!

Ben Nelson

I will never go to another jeweler again!! From the moment I walked into Gittelson Jewelers I was treated like family! Michael, Eugene, and Molly are genuinely nice people who looked at me as a person and not like a dollar sign. Zero pressure to buy.My fiance and I went in looking for an engagement ring for myself as well as getting an old ring resized. The process was speedy and my ring came out nicer than ever before! I highly recommend this jeweler to anyone in the market for some bling!5 star service and 5 star quality jewelery hands down!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Tory Dean

My Name is Shalonda and I bought my Husband wedding band from Gene in 2000. He was very HELPFUL, HONEST and upfront. This guys TRUST is beyond the standards...

Shalonda J.

Truly top notch! From the moment you walk through their door Mike, Gene and Molly will make you feel like family. Thanks for all you do!

Jennifer Idelkope

Gittelsons are truly the best! Their jewelry store is a must visit. I highly recommend them for their outstanding service, quality and designs.Eugene and Michael are an amazing team with exceptional customer service. I recommend them to all of my friends and family. I have a few jewelry pieces from their store and I always get compliments on the presentation and beautiful designs.Patty Pate

Patty Pate

Dreams do come true when you pop in to Gittelson’s Jewelry. We were met with a warm and friendly welcome. Yes an upgraded💎was involved but it was Gene, Michael and Molly who are awesome to work with. My ring was returned more beautiful than I ever could have imagined! Their work is superior, customer service is extraordinary and their prices are very fair! I highly recommend you visit Diamonds in the Sky and meet Gene, Michael and Molly!

Julie Geiselhart

Treated like I was their favorite customer!!

Kent Quiggle

Mr. Gittelson is the best! He offers excellent customer service and an amazing selection of beautiful jewelry! I will definitely be back! They make you feel like family! 💜 Rita

R. Barber

The team at Gittelson’s was genuine, helpful, and proactively communicated throughout the buying process. I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. Most importantly, my wife was floored by the necklace.Kudos to the Gittelson team!

Joe Bower

Very engaged and welcoming service

Gregory Cozine

I recently went to Gittelson Jewelers for an engagement ring. Not knowing for sure what I wanted, Mike and Gene gave me the customized service and education I needed, as well as a selection of beautiful rings to choose from... at more than a fair price. My fiancé loves the ring, and I couldn’t have imagined getting it anywhere other than Gittelson’s. I can’t wait to get get my wedding band from them.

Jason Kapel

I recently went to Gittelson Jewelers for an engagement ring. Not knowing for sure what I wanted, Mike and Gene gave me the customized service and education...

Jason K.

Gittelson Jewelers is family-owned, small and very customer-focused. My engagement ring, wedding band, my black diamond ring, my earrings, my necklaces, and...

Jessica Mae K.

I visited Gittelson Jewelers for the first time this week. Everyone on staff was beyond kind and helpful. Quick turnaround time on my jewelry repair as well.

Grace

My fiancé and I were so impressed by the service we received at Gittelson's! Gene and Michael are so kind and passionate about their work and made us feel...

Beth F.

This place is incredible. They are very knowledgeable and passionate without being pushy on sales. They took great care of some family heirlooms and made me a custom ring from some old family stones. The custom ring will be a special keepsake for me and my family for generations. It was such a great experience and I could not be happier with the outcome. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much for the experience and custom ring!

Scott Pederson

This isn't the first time we've received extraordinary treatment from the Gittelsons, and I'm sure it won't be the last!With our wedding just around the corner, we had a lot on our plate, and resizing some wedding rings that we were gifted was a pressing matter. Enter Molly, Michael, and Eugene.We had gone to them to resize an engagement ring back in December, and told us to come back for the wedding rings, even with our own to make them just right. When I went in on a Thursday, saying I needed themthe next day, they didn't even blink, they all just smiled and said, "We'll take care of you."Just like we were in December, we were more than pleased with the job they did, the care they took, and the for the feeling of welcomeness whenever we shop with Gittelson Jewelers.

Jerald Ward

Gittelson is my favorite jeweler! I’ve purchased the most beautiful earrings from Gene and Michael at the best price. They make every customer feel like family and offer a personalized VIP service. Michael personally finds exactly what I am looking for and provides exceptional service. No one does it better that Gittelson.

Audrey Benck

I went in because my engagement ring needed to be resized and needed a half-shank. Eugene, Michael, and Molly were all so nice and was able to get it done faster than all the other jeweler i asked. They remembered exactly who I was when I called/visited and could not have been more helpful! I had a vacation coming up and they were extremely accommodating of my rushed timeline. The end result looked flawless. They keep their word when they commit to a timeline and I cannot recommend more!

Betty-Yige Yuan

Best quality and value in Minneapolis.

Jason Geschwind

great people Beautiful jewelry

Nikki Brown

they have great customer service and amazing people

Ashley Reyes

If you need your jewelry repaired or cleaned I highly recommend coming here. They went above and beyond for me while also making my experience so enjoyable....

Megan E.

They are so nice! I'm from out of town and came in for jewelry repair while on vacation. Gave me restaurant recommendations and told me who to ask for to get the best service. So happy I found them!Edit to add: They did incredible and fast work on my engagement ring, cleaned it, and got the diamonds replaced before my trip ended. My opal ring needed new tips so they kept it and sent it back to me in Michigan a few days later. Everything turned out so beautiful. I would recommend them to anyone!

Samantha Heinrich

The moment I stepped in, I was warmly greeted by Gene and Mike. They treated me so personably, it felt like I had been coming there for years. Being new to the Jewelry store experience, I felt at ease as they shared their expertise and helped me feel confident . They walked me through each step of the service. Will be going back! Highly Recommend!

Peter Olejniczak

Awesome people! Very friendly, good prices, and quality pieces!

Anton Lazzaro

Mike, Gene, and Molly always take care of me when I come in. Great customer service and high quality work.

Clay McSwain

So kind and compassionate. Spent over an hour evaluating a family jewelry collection at no charge. Would definitely recommend this lovely shop!

Laura Raney

From the beginning Eugene, Molly and Michael showed great interest and provided the highest degree of customer service to me when I brought my grandmother's wedding ring for finding a new stone and resizing. Molly found several stones for me to choose from, including stones that would modernize the look of the ring. The work was done within expectation and of high quality. I would recommend Gittelson's to anyone who asks.

Kathleen McCarty

Caring, personalized service. A great experience!

Anna K

The excellent reviews are well deserved. Their customer service is truly outstanding. I stopped in to have an inexpensive ring fixed and you'd think I was their best and longest customer. Everyone (Eugene, Michael and Molly) introduced themselves to me and they're all delightful. My ring was fixed faster than I expected and it looks beautiful! Highly recommended.

Carrie Simi

The excellent reviews are well deserved. Their customer service is truly outstanding. I stopped in to have an inexpensive ring fixed and you'd think I was their best and longest customer. The owner, his son and another woman working there all introduced themselves to me and they're all delightful. My ring was fixed faster than I expected and it looks beautiful! Highly recommended.

Carrie Simi

We had a wonderful experience working with the team at Gittelson Jewelers!!! We definitely will be back for future purchases & also would recommend this Jewelry store to anyone out there. Great service, Great honest follow through people!

Ron Denny

I worked with Molly. She makes a stressful situation so easy!

Dan Reichert

My wife and I got her wedding band at Gittelson Jewelers in 2007, and because of their great service came back 11 years later to buy an anniversary band. Gene and Molly made us feel like we were the most important customers, and even showered our our toddler with attention (and a stuffed animal). We highly recommend Gittelson’s for anyone looking to get a good price that is backed up with great service!

Josh Kluge

Gittelson Jewelers turned my 31 year old gold wedding ring into a stunning white gold ring. Replacing the crown and checking the diamonds. My wedding ring is beyond my expectations of perfection. My husband surprised me with an exquisite white gold sapphire and diamond band to accent my newly redone ring. We have known the Gittelson family for 25 plus years and find the quality of the jewelry at the highest standards. When in the Minneapolis skyway find Gittelson Jewelers and have a look. You will not be disappointed.

Traci Sue Riley Dittman

Gittelson Jewelers turned my 31 year old gold wedding ring into a stunning white gold ring. Replacing the crown and checking the diamonds. The ring is absolutely stunning. My husband surprised me with an exquisite white gold diamond & sapphire band. We have known the Gittelson family for 25 plus years and find the quality of the jewelry at the highest standards. When in the Minneapolis skyway find Gittelson Jewelers and have a look. You will not be disappointed.Sincerely,Traci Sue Dittman.

Traci Sue Dittman

Mike is one heck of a guy. Two days before Christmas he met me at my convenience. He delivered some sparkling and beautiful diamond earings to me. This made made a wonderful holiday for my wife. Thank you so much Gittleson Jewelers!!

Jeff Daiker

Great place! So friendly and inviting as soon as you walk through the door. They are so easy to work with. Best place to go if you want to get a ring!

elizabeth momberger

One stop shop for a variety of jewelry pieces conveniently located in the downtown skyway

Rick Chen

The team at Gittelson is simply unmatched. Exceptionally kind service and absolutely stunning work.

Ashley Cooke

I went to Gittelson Jewelers to help find a wedding band that matched my non-traditional engagement band. What originally brought me in were the glowing reviews from satisfied customers that I read everywhere I searched online. I immediately reached out through email and Michael responded within minutes to find out more about my needs. I drove all the way to Minneapolis from Rochester and was greeted by the whole group the second I walked in the door. Molly was the one who I mainly worked with, but everyone treated me like I was the only customer in their eyes. Simple acts such as asking if I wanted a drink after my long drive up were such a nice touch that I don't feel I would get elsewhere. As far as my ring went, I ended up deciding to go with a custom designed band. Molly was excellent at understanding what I wanted in my custom ring and made me feel like I was in experienced hands the whole way. We had a tight deadline to work with and it didn't help that I was out of the country for 2 weeks in the middle of the ring design process. Molly stayed in touch via email and went through a couple tweaks with my design to make sure it was exactly what I envisioned. When I went to pick it up it was PERFECT. Absolutely everything about my experience, the service, their professionalism, and the final product was exceptional. Gittelson Jewelers has gained a lifelong customer and I will recommend them to everyone I know!

Michelle Campbell

I went to Gittelson Jewelers to help find a wedding band that matched my non-traditional engagement band. What originally brought me in were the glowing...

Michelle C.

I was so nervous going into the store. They were 100% kind on email correspondence and helpful, but I'm a novice in fine jewelry shopping. I wanted to give myself something special for a milestone birthday and I'd heard amazing things about Gittlesons. They delivered x 1 million. The kindness, patience, understanding, professionalism, and efficiency of the owners/family is bar none. I am so excited to see the mockups and continue to work with them. They don't make you feel pressured, or silly; I didn't feel they were just trying to sell me any/something. They were customer need-centric. I really appreciated my time there start to finish ❤

Amy Palmer

Brought in a platinum diamond ring that was over 100 years old, other shops told me the ring was too old and the metal too worn. The Gittlesons are great and the ring was fully repaired and resized, quickly and for a great price.

Christopher Bungert

Simply the BEST jewelry store in MN! Old fashioned, personal service, good prices, the best quality. They go the extra mile! Did you know a certain purple loving man was a customer?

Julie Froberg Rose

Gittelson is seriously awesome. We went here to have a rose gold engagement ring resized down 2 sizes and their goldsmiths handled it with no problem. They were able to do the work in just a few days, for a reasonable price, and returned the ring in even better shape than when we dropped it off (polished it to a perfect shine!). Molly and the rest of the team were an absolute pleasure to work with and were so friendly. We will definitely be back for any other work we need done and future jewelry purchases!

Shawn Stender

I can't put into words how great the customer service is here. The moment you walk into Gittelson's you are immediately greeted with a warm smile and a highly experienced member of their family ready to help with all of your jewelry needs. I was able to get a high end watch resized in two days for well under the price of most other Jewelers in the area. They followed up by making sure the watch fit correctly and even went the extra mile to provide me with a carry case for my watch since I didn't own one. I highly recommend visiting Gittelson Jewelers!

Josh Klun

Gene and Michael Gittleson are the best! Great selection and service. Just very nice people.

Randall Atkins

My husband bought my engagement ring 25 years ago from Gittelson and my son, Connor just bought his ring from Gittelson’s! They took such care assisting him with designing a ring and really listening to what he wanted. The ring came out perfect and he got engaged!!! Thank you Gittelson family for making these experiences so special!!!

Nicole Gubbins Belting

I brought in a family heirloom in rough condition and had it cleaned, sized, and prongs replaced so I could wear the ring daily. Not only was their work impeccable but their service is unmatched. Molly took personal care of me and my ring, and they are always happy to see me when I pop in to have it cleaned. I would recommend Gittelson without hesitation!!

Alyssa Hawkins

I have been going to gittleson jewelers for over 10 years. Mike is always good to me. Great service. They always have great pieces and i would not even think of going anywhere else. So if you want to deal with grest people and get the best jewelry in town. Gittlesons is your the best!

Robert Prokop

Excellent service.

Brian Alan Rice

The best looking necklace ever!!

Jason Geschwind

Nicest service! Eugene and Michael are so friendly. They are genuinely there to help you find what you are looking for. They truly are the diamond in Minneapolis. Definitely recommending my clients to Gittelson!

Wendy Matsutani

Gittelson's is the best jewelry store! They always have fantastic selections.

Sara Green

Gittelson Diamonds far surpasses any jewelry retailer I have ever visited! You receive personalized service and you really do matter! If you don't find what you want (which is doubtful) , they will design something for you. You will also receive great value!

Julie Froberg Rose

I continue to be impressed with Gittelson Jewelers. When I moved to Minneapolis in 2012, I figured that I wouldn't find a jeweler I trusted the way I did Joe Cresalia at Cresalia Jewelers bank in San Francisco. Fortunately, I was wrong. I've gotten great service, great deals, and most importantly, jewelry that my wife loves. Today, I needed a bracelet to get my wife for our fifth wedding anniversary (July 6th), and I was in and out of there in five minutes! They knew just what I needed. The same thing happened for our sixth, seveneth, eighth (and now, ninth) wedding anniversaries.Now a ten-time repeat customer, Gittelson Jewelers remains my go-to spot when I need something special for my wife. I recommend it without reservation.

Brendan Kenny

Where do I start?! These guys are amazing and can do it all. The team at Gittelson's is incredibly friendly and they truly love what they do. I received some beautiful turquoise and silver jewelry from my parents and the ring needed resizing and some TLC. I called around a few places in the area to see if they could even work with the turquoise and Molly at Gittelson's really knew about what I needed help with, while other jewelers were unsure about timing and turnaround, cost, and whether or not they could work on it. They were so enthusiastic and they gave my jewelry NEW LIFE. I wish I could post a before and after! Seriously- bring ANY and ALL jewelry and watches here for fixing or perhaps their own ''spa day"- they will make you love your accessories again! Oh- and their selection of jewelry is also just delightful- I can't wait to work with them in the future!Thank you Molly, Michael and Eugene!!! Mimi loves you!!!

Mimi Danicic

Incredible seviceWonderful PeopleWe love them , incredibly kind hearted folks over at GittelsonWish i could give them 10 stars!

Luis H Rojas

Great customer service! Fast turnaround and fantastic staff!

Alisa Salewski

Michael is a quality guy who will go out of his way to help you anyway he can. He traveled to meet me in a time of need. Repairs or purchase, he does it all. He made my wife and I's wedding rings look like new. Thank you and we will be back!

Jeff Daiker

Great service! I brought in my claddagh ring that had been smashed in a trunk (saved my finger though!). It was completely out of shape, and while inexpensive, it had sentimental value. These guys brought it back to life and the garnet sparkles more than even the day I got it! I’ll be bringing all my jewelry here from now on.

Urte Melyte

Gene, Michael, and Molly are by far the best! They are the kindest people you’ll ever meet and they treat customers like family. Do yourself a favor and make sure before you go to a big jewelry store (or after) be sure to see these guys.

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Chris 'n Cristi Hedtke

Gittelson Jewelers... A Family tradition since the 1960's. Three generations in our family have dealt with Gene. Gene and his team deliver awesome service and great products. I always look around, but always come back to Gene. I recently purchased a custom Diamond Pendant. Gene and his team took my sketch and turned it into a CAD image in a few days and then into the real thing in just a few weeks. I highly recommend Gittelson. They treat you right.Tim L.

Renegade Rider

I brought my engagement ring and both wedding bands into Gittelson Jewelers to get them cleaned and polished, I left them there and not even 24hrs later picked them back up. I have NEVER seen my rings sparkle and shine the way they do now. I'm completely happy and still in awe at how beautiful they look. I will absolutely be recommending them to my friends, and family.

Molly Acker

I have to say hands down this is the friendliest most helpful jewelry store in town. If you're looking to get professional work done on your watch. Then go to Gitltelson jewlery. I walked and and was greated by Mike Gittelson and his father Eugene. Both were tremendous to work with and talk to. I felt like I was working with family. They treated me like family. I was extremely happy giving the Gittelsons my business. I HIGHLY recommend anyone to go there for any jewelery repairs or purchases. The Gittelsons are the real deal and there to help. Thanks Mike and Eugene!

Isaac Ginsberg

I loved my experience with Gittelson Jewelers. My engagement ring needed to be sized and polished. I brought in my ring on a Monday and it was done by Thursday. The ring is over 100 years old and they made it look like new, for what I thought was an extremely reasonable price. The owners and staff were so friendly, kind and helpful. If I could give more stars I would! Go to Gittelson, you won't be disappointed.

Tanya Miller

This is really awesome place. The people who are working here are very kind and professional.

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Awesome Jewelry humble family.

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Ashton Schneider

This was the second time I have used their watch repair services and both times the final bill was far less than I had expected. Molly, Michael, and Eugene will treat you right!

Jim Fritz

A 5-Star rating is not nearly enough! Gittleson has been extraordinary to work with, and they will be my forever-jeweler. From repairing my mothers 10-year anniversary ring for me, to cleaning and fixing-up other jewelry for me: they've been fantastic to work with. I've purchased several pieces from them, and I am ecstatic with each one. The jewelry provided is beautiful, sparkly, and everything I could ever dream for. From their fair-prices, wonderful pieces, to their superb customer service: they out-rank every other jeweler by far!I highly recommend working with this family-owned business, as they will do everything within their power to get you what you want and need. Thank you all for being so wonderful!

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Jackie Becker

I checked all over for someplace that would repair the broken crystal in my watch and test to insure it maintained its water resistance level. They agreed to take it in by mail and give me an estimate before proceeding, fixed the crystal and returned the watch all within about two weeks. At another jeweler it took a month to get an estimate and they wouldn't think it would still be 100m water resist. This would be a tough place for me to get to so I really appreciated the mail option. Impeccable service, a little pricey maybe, but they did what they said they would and what I needed.

Jeff Pilgrim

Thank you Michael for the lovely pendant necklace you helped my husband pick out! I absolutely love it. You not only got the pendant perfect, but the chain is beautiful as well. Plus you reminded my husband how well it will go with my favorite earrings we got from you 3 years ago! Thank you for the best customer service and amazing gifts over the years. They all keep getting better with time!

Katie Love

I have been a client of Gittelson Jewelers for nearly ten years. Their knowledge and customer service are far above the competition. They take care of me and my jewelry as if I'm Elizabeth Taylor. I can't recommend them enough!

nae mpls

Amazing, amazing people!! Eugene and Molly are the best!!! The fixed a ring back to it's original beauty! Highly recommend them!!!!

Jennifer Grapentine

Love this place! Needed my favorite ring resized (the opal) and took a chance on good reviews. As a young professional keeping an eye on her savings, I really appreciated how low they were able to keep the cost, considering that i need a chunk of gold to resize! Molly was friendly, helpful, honest, and super sweet! They also got my ring done within a week, despite not being open on weekends! Thanks Gittelson's!

Kristine Maassen

This ring is out of this world! Thank you so much for everything!

Natalie Schutz Katz

What an amazing experience working with Michael and the entire Gittleson Jewelers team! I showed them the stone I had and told them an idea of what she wanted for a band. They came up with an amazing custom design that was both elegant and beautiful. When I finally saw it in pers I was in utter shock at how gorgeous it was. It completely blew past any expectations and we got a very fair price. My new fiancé is soooooo happy with the ring and I owe it all to the Gittelson team! If you are looking for an engagement ring or any jewelry, trust me and don't hesitate to go with anyone else! A++++++ experience and a customer for life.

Jeremy Katz

I went here to get an engagement ring resized. It was a lovely experience, and I will be using them again in the future.I dropped off my ring to their...

Kate R.

This family owned gem in the skyways of downtown Minneapolis treated my fiancé and I like a king and Queen! They helped make our dreams further come true with the perfect rings at an affordable price. We are super grateful for them, and you'd be foolish not to do business with them. Making my fiancé so happy, while bringing tears to her eyes, is all I could ever ask for.

Matt Omondi Ylvisåker

I initially went here to sell an engagement ring and was pleasantly surprised by their level of customer service! First they told me where to go locally to...

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LaTanya Lethert

Immaculate jewelry! 🙌🏽I was gifted a beautiful black pearl bracelet! I will be coming back for more gorgeous pieces!

Omega Rose

I was sent to Gittelson on referral and not once have I regretted it. Gene, Michael, and Molly were all super helpful and patient as I hummed about trying to find just the right ring. Never once did I feel any pressure to spend more than I could afford. They were always willing to answer any question promptly over email. Purchase the ring and need it resized? They are absolutely happy to help in any way they can.
In the end, we ended up choosing a simpler and less expensive ring than I was originally considering. This was their suggestion since they thought the proportions would look better with the diamond I chose as well as the size of my fiancée's hand. I could not ask for a better shopping experience. The selection is top of the line for elegance and design. Never will you find a horrendous item. We will definitely be returning for wedding bands when the time comes for it.

Jeff Rother

Kathleen Kitchen

Best jewelry store in the world! Nicest most genuine people you'll ever meet. Top notch service!

Justin Cook

Desavie Desavoir

We went to Gittelson Jewelers on a referral and we are so glad we did! My fiancé wanted to involve me in the engagement ring decision process. Prior to going to Gittelson Jewelers, we knew nothing about cut, color, and clarity but Molly, Gene and Michael at Gittelson Jewelers did not make us feel intimidated by the decisions and walked us through every detail. It took us a few visits to make a decision and again, Molly, Gene and Michael did not make us feel intimidated by rushing us through the process as they understand the importance of making such a big purchase! After we made a decision, Molly, Gene and Michael walked my fiancée through the details of financing options in a comfortable and professional manner. For the quality of a diamond we purchased, the value was AMAZING compared to other chain jewelry stores. We have gotten so many compliments from friends, family, coworkers on the ring and it's only been a week.

As a nice touch and demonstration of their connection to the industry, Molly, Mike and Gene provided us with recommendations for vendors as we are starting to plan the wedding. This service is not to be missed! Go to Gittelson Jewelers - you will not regret it!

It's also a nice perk they are open M-F downtown in the skyway so we can stop by anytime and get the rings cleaned.

Kaylee Traynor

Gittelson jewelers in our family jeweler. They've consulted on every event in our lives as if it were their own family. If you want intimate service and a level of care that is family-owned, go visit Gittelson Jewelers "Diamonds in the Skyway"

Sammyj Koza

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! working with you truly made our engagement so much more amazing! -J & R

Jessie Dockry

Renae Collins

If you want good jewelry, great customer service, professional knowledge. About what your buying. If you want to feel like your in great hands. Then Gittelson Jewelers is where you want to go, to be happy 🙂 so go check them out 🙂 yaaaaa

Frazier Antro Dee

Husband bought my engagement/wedding ring here 20 years ago, we were back today looking at Anniversary Bands "which is being made as I type this" I can't wait to see the finished piece 🙂

They remembered us from 20 years ago!

Top-notch/Old-school Customer Service ~
They treat you like Family ♡

Debbie Isaacs Hoy

I have known Gene and Michael for 20 years! They are the most amazing people I know! Honest, loyal, genuine and loving! They care about their customers and make everyone who walks in the door feel special. My grandmother left me a ring and I need it worked on. The ONLY person I would consider taking it to was Gene! If you want an experience unlike any chain jewelry store, visit Gittelson Jewelers!

Sarah Britney

A friend recommended this lovely shop to me and I have gone to them for repairs and polishing for several pieces now. Fantastic service and a wonderful father and son team greeting you with friendly smiles every time you walk in. I have already recommended Gittelson's to several friends and will continue to do so!

Katie Flanagan

Very professional and helpful! Love every time I go to Gittelson Jewelers (and every time my husband does!). Highly recommend them for service, selection and variety of styles and prices.

Teresa Black

I love the glamour of Downtown shopping and the hometown service! There is something for everyone at Gittelson Jewelers! All of my jewelry and watch purchases have been at Gittelson since the first time I stepped foot in their store!

Ray Young

Bonnie loves the "new" ring. It is beautiful! And realizing it is made from the ring I bought for her 26 years ago, from you guys, makes it very special for us! Thanks Gittelson Jewelers! You're the best!

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Sally Gittelson

Needed help with my engagement ring and they were very easy to work with (not pushy at all), friendly and took their time as I learned more about my different options. I strongly recommend their selection and will be returning again very soon for more!

John Marino

I absolutely LOVE Gittelson Jewelers!! Gene and Mike are absolutely fabulous!! My parents have been getting their jewelry from them since I can remember and now I just blessed with an absolutely AMAZING engagement ring!! My fiance says he will most definitely be a returning customer. He never met Gene and Mike until the day he bought my ring and he said what amazing people!!

Amber Edelman

What a great jeweler! Not only did they help my best friend's fiancé find her the perfect ring with ease and excitement, but they also offered to help assist me in cleaning, tuning up, and a replacing a diamond in my ring at an unbeatable cost; their service is top notch! It's impossible to leave there without a smile on your face from the friendly staff and their excellent service!

Molly Doyle

A great place to shop for jewelry. On top of that the owners, and operators are the greatest.

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Courdney Bentley

Great family business, coolest guys n gal in town. I see why they keep so much ICE around! #5stars

Cleotis GodsarmyTyson

I found my Grandfather's watch in a box the other week. The watch had seen better days. The Gittelson's fixed the watch right up while still retaining the look and feel of it. It looks like new, but feels like the same old watch. I couldn't be more thrilled with the quality! Thank you so much 🙂

Jake Buckley

My boyfriend found his grandfather's old watch in a box, band almost broken and a ton of scratches to the face. The Gittelson's were able to get it fixed up without changing the look and feel of the watch. Couldn't be happier with the service. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my jewelry and watch needs. Thanks again!

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