Bonaci Fine Jewelers — Local services in Kent

I meant to do a review a long time ago, but I kept forgetting (until now!). I first came to Bonaci back in 2015, when I needed my engagement ring repaired before my wedding (gotta be careful with emeralds...thank goodness for insurance!). My husband and I worked with Phil, and he did an excellent job finding a new emerald even better than my original to be replaced. We ended up purchasing our wedding bands here as well (my husband gets compliments on his tungsten ring all the time...I just got a plain white gold band ;) )

I come in periodically to get my rings cleaned, and on my trip last week I met Raina, who was an absolute delight. While my rings were being cleaned, she chatted with me about different gemstones, qualities and differences. I asked if they had any sales coming up, but unfortunately I just missed one. However, she showed me many pieces that were heavily discounted, and I ended up walking out with a very pretty $45 ring! I chose it because I thought it was pretty (and affordable!), but one of the other jewelers popped by and informed us that the gems on the ring I had chose were topaz. This was awesome because my husband's birthstone is topaz, and I had originally wanted to get this gem in my wedding band (but we couldn't afford it). Sure, the color may not be the true birthstone color, but the gem is correct; how serendipitous! You never know what might happen when you have a chat with some...

When buying 2nd hand jewelry, you must look at several factors: 1). Is this item have any resale value in this establishment... Generally speaking, jewelers are not only selling a product, but a piece of artwork that is tailored by the jeweler or an apprentice. This is what separates a fine jeweler from say, Fred Meyers or Zales. 2). When you enter a jewelry store, you will notice a huge array of custom pieces. Not all of those rings may end up selling, so they may need modifications or even a complete recycling. The latter requires either mass electricity or propane to complete the hour smelt. The high heat is pricey and there is always risk of AU loss involved. 3). Cut gemstones have little resale value, so the bulk of the potential revenue of selling a ring is namely the AU (gold), as it is still the victor of currency. A ring may look large, but the gold weight and purity will talk. So not only do you have to factor in a profit for the buyer, but you also must factor in his time and cost to make that piece sellable in his shop. Hosford Prospectings recommendation; If you are worried about the price one is willing to pay, try the next shop... If you don't like their assessment, keep going. But never bad mouth the potential buyer because you may circle back around to them in the future. If the ring is actually worth what you say, you should have no hard feelings as the next jeweler may see...

So far I've had a great experience and feel that the staff I've talked to so far have been super nice, helpful and welcoming. I came down recently with my grandma's wedding ring that my mom had passed down to me. It belonged to her grandma...so this put it's around the 20s....I was curious if it was valuable at all and the gemologist was not in...I don't really want to sell the ring...but if it's value is more than the 2 evictions my family is facing then I'll keep the roofs over my family members heads and sell it! Ive always been curious of this store and I decided to make it my first stop...and I do think I'll be going back there to see if the gemologist is available to take a look and give me an idea $$$ ...reguardless I think it's a great store, I was treated great! Everything looks amazing in there! And I felt comfortable...like they weren't trying to screw me over ...and that's important! (Side note: I was reading the reviews and I nearly choked on my coffee because I love the "lean" response! Lmfao!...that's funny stuff! I needed...