Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Jewelry Store in Annapolis, MD
At Zachary's Jewelers, we are dedicated to bringing humanity back into retail through our commitment to fine jewelry, natural diamonds, and expert services delivered with genuine care. Since 1992, we have served the Annapolis community by offering curated collections, master craftsmanship, and personalized experiences that transform life's special moments into lasting memories. Our team of skilled professionals, including GIA Graduate Gemologists and award-winning designers, ensures every customer receives exceptional service and education about their jewelry. We pride ourselves on ethical sourcing, transparency, and building long-term relationships with our clients. Our services extend beyond sales to include custom design, jewelry repair, certified appraisals, and luxury watch care.Recognized as the 2025 Best Annapolis Jeweler and Best Weddings Jeweler, we combine timeless elegance with modern innovation to meet diverse client needs. Our USNA Class Ring program reflects our deep ties to the Naval Academy and military families, offering specialized services for midshipmen and their loved ones. Through community involvement and initiatives like our Small Business Grant, we strive to make a meaningful impact beyond our showroom. Our mission remains simple: to provide not only exceptional jewelry but an experience that feels personal, honest, and unforgettable.
Services
Custom Design
Jewelry Repair
Diamond Sales
Watch Services
USNA Class Rings
Jewelry Appraisals
Gemstone Selection
Bridal Jewelry
Estate Jewelry
Luxury Timepieces
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in fine jewelry and gemstone expertise
- Our team includes GIA Graduate Gemologists and award-winning designers
- We provide certified jewelry appraisals with detailed documentation
- We specialize in USNA Class Rings with exclusive military family benefits
- We offer a lifetime warranty on all our jewelry purchases
What people say
Expert craftsmanship
Personalized service
Military-friendly
Award-winning
Lifetime warranty
Services
Custom Design
Our master designers create one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces tailored to individual preferences. From engagement rings to heirloom restorations, we guide clients through every step from concept sketches to finished masterpieces. Our process combines traditional artistry with modern technology like CAD rendering and wax modeling to ensure perfect execution.
Jewelry Appraisals
We provide certified jewelry appraisals for insurance, estate, or personal documentation. Our detailed reports include gemstone analysis, metal purity verification, and market value assessment. Services include while-you-wait options and specialized estate appraisals with comprehensive documentation and digital imaging.
USNA Class Rings
Specialized program for United States Naval Academy midshipmen featuring ethically sourced gemstones and expert ring finishing. We offer full-size center stones, diamond clusters, and custom dividers with lifetime warranty coverage. Our services include on-site consultations during ring week and virtual appointments for distant families.
Diamond Jewelry
Curated collection of natural diamonds and colored gemstones from trusted global sources. Our inventory includes engagement rings, tennis bracelets, and designer pieces from renowned brands. Each stone comes with detailed grading reports and provenance information to ensure quality and ethical sourcing.
Watch Services
Comprehensive maintenance for luxury watches including battery replacements, movement servicing, and water resistance testing. We work with premium brands like Breitling and Tissot to ensure proper care. Our technicians combine technical expertise with manufacturer guidelines to preserve watch value and functionality.
People
Constance Polamalu
COO
As Chief Operating Officer, Constance Polamalu oversees daily operations and customer experience at Zachary's Jewelers. With extensive industry experience, she ensures the company maintains its commitment to exceptional service and community engagement while managing the 2025 award-winning team.
Steve Samaras
CEO
As Owner and Chief Executive Officer, Steve Samaras leads Zachary's strategic vision while maintaining the company's founding principles of personalized service and ethical business practices. He works closely with the design team to ensure quality standards across all jewelry collections and services.
Erica Cureton
Lead Designer
Erica Cureton brings decades of expertise in custom jewelry design, combining timeless elegance with contemporary trends. As our most experienced designer, she specializes in creating unique engagement rings and heirloom pieces that reflect clients' personal stories and style preferences.
Leslie Rollins
Artistic Designer
Leslie Rollins, a Fine Art graduate, creates distinctive jewelry designs with feminine and whimsical elements. Her artistic approach incorporates floral motifs and romantic palettes, specializing in custom bridal sets and diamond jewelry that balances creativity with technical precision.
Melissa Durbin
GIA Gemologist
Melissa Durbin, a GIA Graduate Gemologist and gouache painter, combines artistic talent with technical expertise in gemstone selection and design. Her signature 'nautical Art Deco' style blends antique elegance with modern edge, specializing in custom diamond engagement rings and heirloom transformations.
Questions
What makes Zachary's Jewelers different from other jewelry stores?
We combine over 30 years of experience with personalized service, ethical sourcing, and community focus. Our GIA-certified experts and lifetime warranty set us apart, along with specialized USNA Class Ring services and award-winning design team.
Do you offer custom jewelry design services?
Yes, our master designers create custom pieces from engagement rings to heirloom restorations. The process includes consultations, sketches, stone selection, and optional CAD modeling to ensure your vision becomes a perfect reality.
How do USNA Class Ring purchases work?
Order your ring from the official company with open back settings, then visit us to select premium gemstones. We offer 20% discounts with early payment, complimentary dividers, and lifetime warranty coverage for midshipmen and their families.
What jewelry appraisal services do you provide?
We offer $125-$150 certified appraisals for insurance or estate purposes, including detailed gemstone analysis and digital documentation. While-you-wait options are available for single items with advance scheduling.
Do you repair jewelry purchased elsewhere?
Yes, our master jewelers handle repairs and restorations for all types of jewelry, regardless of purchase origin. Services include resizing, stone replacement, and antique restoration while maintaining the piece's original integrity.
Reviews (6)
Polly Hogsed
Feb 23, 2022
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11 years ago my husband and I shopped for and bought my engagement ring from Zachary's, a beautiful marquise cut diamond we chose from many we were shown. I've worn my ring every single day for 11 years, through home renovation and raising children and everything else these hands have seen, and my ring is still just as beautiful! The stone has stayed firmly set, and I couldn't be happier. Now we've moved from Georgia to Northern Virginia I hope to pop in and get some advice on how to clean it! : Clearly some quality workmanship went into my ring
Jana Rossetto-Kennedy
Dec 26, 2021
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Zachary's is the ONLY place to buy jewelry in Annapolis! They have delivered the best quality in Academy class rings, omega necklaces, tennis bracelets, and watches, you name it-they are my go to place! Ask for Erica or Cheryl!
Zach Feldmann
Dec 25, 2021
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Amazing high-touch service and a happily-ever-after result! As a guy who grew up in Annapolis but living in the Bay Area, CA I could not have asked for a better Jeweler than the staff at Zachary's. Evangeline and her team held phone calls and FaceTimes at all hours of the day to help provide gorgeous options for a band and diamond off of just a few high level details (likes / dislikes). Even gathering the team to look at photos of my fiance's other rings to help determine the perfect sizes band for a lovely proposal with no "fitting hitches" :) Now happily engaged, my fiance absolutely adores the ring and wouldn't change a thing! Thank you to Evangeline and Zachary's for kicking off our forever with a bang!
Chris Jackson Phantom Vids
Jul 16, 2021
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My wife and I bought our wedding bands at Zachary's, as custom builds. The service then was fantastic, and the resizing service they did on my band (I ordered too large) was FREE! I had my ring delivered in early 2019, in preparation for our March 2019 wedding, and sadly I ordered nearly two sizes two large. When we made a vacation trip back to Annapolis, we stopped in Zachary's, and they took care of everything. I now wear my wedding band 24/7 without any fear or losing it.
Cheryl Belote
Mar 29, 2021
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Zachary's is my go to jewelry store. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. I love the hometown feel of the store. It is classy, yet still welcoming. The cases are filled with a large variety of beautiful pieces. If you can't find what you're looking for there, the design team is creative and talented. Sizing, repairs and custom jewelry jobs have always been completed perfectly and within the promised time frame. I highly recommend this business.
Shayla Urban
Mar 27, 2021
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We happened upon Zachary's when we moved to Annapolis and we have been very impressed! We picked up an order for a friend and were greeted by the most friendly and welcoming staff. We have never been loyal to a jeweler but since finding Zachary's, we have become exclusive customers. We live close enough that they even deliver our online orders to our house the same day we order it. Constance has helped us every time we have gone in and we can't say enough great things about her. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and super helpful. Never once have we felt pressured or uncomfortable. I highly recommend!
