Business Details
42 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry Design & Expert Repairs in Edina
Van Guilder's operates in the heart of downtown Edina, Minnesota, offering specialized jewelry services since 1984. Founded by Martin, a master goldsmith from the Netherlands, the business has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship in design, repairs, and custom jewelry. The team includes Barbara, the current owner, and Lisa, a graduate of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), who provides expert appraisals. John, a master goldsmith with over 40 years of experience, handles repairs and custom work. The business emphasizes personalized service, combining technical expertise with a commitment to customer satisfaction. Located in the 50th and France neighborhood, the store serves local and regional clients. The team maintains transparency, offering free diamond setting when purchased from the store. With over three decades of local presence, the business continues to uphold standards established by its founder. Services include jewelry cleaning, appraisals, and access to loose diamonds through GIA-certified expertise. The owners prioritize community engagement and maintain a small-town feel despite their specialized offerings.
Services
Jewelry Repairs
Custom Design
Appraisals
Loose Diamonds
Jewelry Cleaning
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of jewelry industry expertise
- Family-owned business with personalized service
- GIA-certified gemologist on staff
- In-house master goldsmith with 40+ years experience
- Free diamond setting with purchase
Associations and certifications
- Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
People
Barbara
Owner
Over 35 years in jewelry industry, former sales and procurement specialist, current owner maintaining family legacy since 2013. Committed to exceptional customer service in Edina community.
Lisa
GIA Gemologist
GIA-certified gemologist with 20+ years experience. Specializes in appraisals and diamond evaluation. Second-generation jewelry professional continuing family legacy through technical expertise and client education.
John
Master Goldsmith
Master goldsmith with 40+ years experience. Provides on-site repairs, custom work, and restorations. Holds expertise in various jewelry styles and construction techniques. Former jewelry instructor at Minneapolis Community College.
Questions
What jewelry repair services do you offer?
We handle all types of jewelry repairs including ring sizing, stone setting, and intricate restorations. Our master goldsmith has 40+ years experience with precious metals and complex reconstructions.
Do you create custom jewelry designs?
Yes, we specialize in custom design. Our team works from your concepts to create unique pieces, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques for personalized results.
Are your gemologists certified?
Our lead gemologist is certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). We provide professional appraisal services using current industry standards for valuation.
What are your business hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 10AM-6PM, Saturday 10AM-4PM. Closed Sunday and Monday. Appointments available for specialized services like appraisals and custom consultations.
Reviews (9)
Tony Gallo
Sep 30, 2021
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Whenever I need a nice piece of jewelry I choose Van Guilders Goldsmiths. It's so refreshing to find a jeweler that isn't high pressure but is very high quality. I highly recommend Van Guilders.
Barbara Gallea
Apr 19, 2021
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They were recommended to me years ago and I have purchased quite a bit of my jewelry from them. Extremely friendly, helpful and trustworthy. Used them for repairs and appraisals as well
Caroline
Oct 31, 2020
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I got my engagement ring and wedding band here and had the best experience! Lisa helped me figure out how to get exactly what I wanted and stay in my price range. I would recommend Van Guilders to everyone!
Mickey Db
Jun 30, 2020
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I went in today to get a necklace fixed that ment alot to me and my daughter and lisa was very helpful, knowledgeable, friendly. I definitely appreciate how quickly they got it done, I left straight from here and took the necklace to my daughter and to see the look on her face was definitely worth it, glad my friend reccomend them. Thank you very much and I will definitely be returning.
Stephanie Halvorson
Feb 10, 2020
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I visited this store to get my ring resized.25 bigger. It was very affordable (cheaper than some of the other jewelers I got quotes from) and it was finished in less than a day! My sapphire stone was SO sparkly after they cleaned it. I will be returning to this store if I need anymore work done in the future!
Ann Farrah
Jun 19, 2019
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My husband and I have been shopping here for years. They are wonderful people and business owners - caring and extremely knowledgeable and always offering a very fair price for their jewelry.
Kimberly Pearson
Apr 11, 2016
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Excellent prices with staff who truly care for their customers. After going to Van Guilders, I will never go to another jewelry shop again. They have high quality jewelry and is overall a wonderful, family owned shop.
Sam Devine
May 02, 2012
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This really is the best jewelry store in town. It's small, cute and family run. They actually make jewelry so you can get unique items as gifts. The crazy thing is you can go to a mall store and pay more and get treated like you're some sort of jerk for not being able to spend $15,000 on a wedding ring. Van Guilders helped me design my wife's wedding band from pictures my wife found. Then they helped me pick the perfect diamond.
My wife LOVES the ring and I spent what I could afford (don't want to give you the impression that platinum and diamonds are ever cheap, you just don't need to get hosed either). It's just a great place to buy jewelry!
My wife LOVES the ring and I spent what I could afford (don't want to give you the impression that platinum and diamonds are ever cheap, you just don't need to get hosed either). It's just a great place to buy jewelry!
Mike Guild
Feb 04, 2010
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Excellent prices. Excellent quality. Excellent service. Not over the top, not super hyped. No flashy marketing campaigns and no flashy showroom equals lower operating costs, and better prices for customers. They are ALL ABOUT customer referrals and survive on their reputation. Tucked in a back corner of 50th and France, this is the only place I buy jewelry from. I will NEVER EVER buy from a flashy show room or mall jewelry store ever again.