Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Fine Jewelry Store in McComb, MS
Selman's Jewelers has been a cornerstone of McComb's community since 1945, established by watchmaker Charles Selman. Our legacy of excellence continued under the Murrell family's ownership from 1985 until 2023, when Kristin Ratliff assumed leadership. Located on Delaware Avenue near Interstate 55, we combine tradition with modern expertise through on-site manufacturing, repair services, and a curated selection of fine jewelry. Our American Gem Society membership since 1985 underscores our commitment to ethical standards and industry leadership. With 40+ years of combined experience in jewelry repair and custom design, we offer personalized services including appraisals, watch battery replacements, and bespoke jewelry creation.Our team prioritizes customer education through membership in the Mississippi Jewelers Organization, Retail Jewelers Organization, and GIA Alumni Association. We actively support local nonprofits like Camp Sunshine and St. Andrews Mission while maintaining state-of-the-art facilities for jewelry cleaning, engraving, and bead/pearl restringing. Our transparent pricing includes $5-$10 jewelry cleaning and $90 flat-fee insurance appraisals. As a family-owned business, we balance heritage with innovation, serving both local customers and those seeking heirloom-quality pieces through our online platforms.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Jewelry Repair
Watch Battery Replacement
Certified Appraisals
Jewelry Cleaning
Estate Evaluations
Bead/Pearl Restringing
Engraving Services
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of jewelry repair experience with laser welding technology
- Our in-house manufacturing creates custom pieces from scratch
- American Gem Society membership ensures ethical standards and expertise
- We provide certified appraisals by a Gemologist Appraiser
- Family-owned since 1945 with generational industry knowledge
Associations and certifications
- American Gem Society
Services
Jewelry Repair
Our expert technicians with 40+ years of combined experience handle all jewelry repairs using advanced laser welding equipment. We restore damaged pieces to their original condition while maintaining metal integrity. Services include ring sizing, chain soldering, and prong replacement for both store-purchased and external items.
Custom Design
Create one-of-a-kind pieces through our custom design process. Our designers collaborate with clients to transform ideas into reality using CAD technology and traditional wax modeling. We offer setting selection, diamond matching, and prototype creation for engagement rings and special occasion jewelry.
Certified Appraisals
Obtain accurate valuations from our Certified Gemologist Appraiser for insurance, estate, or collateral purposes. We provide detailed documentation with digital imaging and market analysis. Insurance appraisals cost $90 per item with $45 updates available within 12 months.
Watch Repair
Maintain your watch's precision with our battery replacement and repair services. We perform in-house quartz and mechanical watch maintenance while partnering with specialized centers for complex repairs. Most battery changes complete while you wait with complimentary coffee service.
Jewelry Cleaning
Professional cleaning services restore brilliance to your jewelry collection. We offer complimentary cleaning for store-purchased items and charge $5 for rings/bracelets or $10 for necklaces from other retailers. Our ultrasonic cleaning removes buildup without damaging precious metals or gemstones.
People
Kristin Ratliff
Owner
As third-generation owner since 2023, Kristin Ratliff continues the legacy of excellence established in 1945. She oversees daily operations and custom design projects while maintaining AGS membership standards.
Questions
Do you offer jewelry repair services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive jewelry repair services using laser welding technology for both items purchased from us and external pieces.
Can you create custom jewelry designs?
Our custom design team creates bespoke pieces from scratch using CAD technology and traditional wax modeling techniques.
Are your appraisals certified?
Yes, our appraisals are conducted by a Certified Gemologist Appraiser with documentation for insurance, estate, and collateral purposes.
Do you repair watches?
We offer watch battery replacements and basic repairs in-house with access to specialized repair centers for complex issues.
How long have you been in business?
Selman's Jewelers has served McComb since 1945, making us a trusted local business for over 75 years.
Reviews (7)
Johnsonbh
May 24, 2022
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Always! Great service, great selection, and knowledgeable staff.our hometown jewelers are wonderful at what they do!
Polly Anderson Ball
May 18, 2022
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All things bright and beautiful can be found here! Even the staff. They treat you like family and having a store of this caliber in our community is a treat!
C. D. Tucker
May 11, 2022
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These jewelers provide excellent dependable service and their professionalism and customer service is second to none. Highly recommended.
Debby Smith
Apr 25, 2022
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Great service, great people, and love my special order necklace. Repaired and shined up my ring in record time.
Adam Menszer
Apr 11, 2022
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The staff at Selman's showed great care and invested on a personal level on what I was looking for. I was a deer in headlights, and they guided and coached me through the process of buying an engagement ring that my fiance absolutely loves.
Chuck Magee
Mar 16, 2022
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I went in to buy my wife and daughter some ear rings for Valentine's Day. I had great help from the young ladies there. Know what they had and took me right to what I wanted. It was a really good experience for me.
Janice Fortenberry
Jan 06, 2022
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Lamar and Betsy Murrell and Kristin Ratliff work hard to insure that the rich heritage of Selman Jewelers in McComb continues as it has for the past 70 years. Selman's is the only place I'd ever leave my diamonds because I know how honest the Murrells are, and I trust them Implicitly. I know they have customers who are able to spend much more than I'm able to, but their staff always gives me their undivided attention and makes me feel like my business is important to them and appreciated.
My family was friends with the Selman's many many years ago, and I remember well when the Murrells bought the business. I've watched the Murrells and now their daughter Kristin build Selman's into a premier jewelry company. Their knowledge of fine jewelry is immense, and I would highly recommend Selman's Jewelers.
My family was friends with the Selman's many many years ago, and I remember well when the Murrells bought the business. I've watched the Murrells and now their daughter Kristin build Selman's into a premier jewelry company. Their knowledge of fine jewelry is immense, and I would highly recommend Selman's Jewelers.
