Here's a pretty shocking story for you. My family has been in Santa Cruz for many years. My Father, Philips B. Patton, bought what he told me was "the most expensive piece of jewelry" he had ever bought my mother for an anniversary gift on the occasion of their anniversary in the 1970's . I recall this very well, as I was tasked with picking the piece up for him, at Dell Williams, as I worked for him at his law office on Locust street at the time. It was a lovely piece, perfectly matched jade in a gold filigree setting. Well fast forward to last week. I decided to put this "valuable" piece of estate jewelry up for auction in Carmel. I took it in the the auction house and said, well I have a minimum on this, as it's perfectly matched jade, and very valuable. Well to my HORROR, the necklace turned out to not only to not be real jade, but to not even be set in real GOLD. For Dell Williams to take advantage of my Father this way, is CRIMINAL. Obviously 40 years have passed, but This "family owned business" sure treated my family, who did much business with them pretty poorly. If you plan on purchasing a high end piece, please get it independently appraised. This made...
Read moreI honestly can’t recall the last time I received such amazing , personable and knowledgeable service like what I received from this establishment. Truly committed to what they do Their selection was good and I’m certainly going to be back. No need. For amazon when u know there’s still businesses such as this one who truly take care of the ones that walk through their doors.
My brother owns DrumskullDrums here in the cruz and shopping local wether online or in person is crucial its important that I mention how I was treated Because the folks here didn’t make me feel any less important than a high dollar spender. 100% Respect and positive results is what this place gave.
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Read moreMy fiancé got my engagement ring here last year and we just went back to get my wedding band… I can whole heartedly recommend this local family owned business. We truly had the best experience and are so excited for the beautiful addition to our special day. The quality and customer service you’ll find at Del Williams is unmatched. Emily goes above and beyond, and is so genuine about wanting to make sure you find the perfect piece. We...
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