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Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers

Appraisals - Antiques/Jewelry/Items, Jewelry Sales/Design/Repair, Watch Repair

About us

We are San Diego's largest full-service jewelry store. Located in the Old Town area of San Diego, we have been buying and selling fine jewelry and watches for 38 years. Although we carry several brand new lines, we specialize in selling vintage jewelry and preowned watches, which means you'll get all the prestige of fine and designer jewelry and watches, at an incredible "pre-loved" price. Our highly trained sales staff can help you pick out the perfect gift for a loved one or yourself. https://www.leohamel.com/ We also buy your unwanted valuables and pay you on the spot for them. Most of our knowledgeable estate buyers are Graduate Gemologists with degrees from the Gemological Institute of America. They'll treat you with respect and empathy no matter the reason you want to sell your items, and they never use pressure tactics to guilt you into a sale. We have 9 convenient locations around San Diego County, in San Diego, La Mesa, El Cajon, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Solana Beach, and Rancho Bernardo. https://www.leohamel.com/san-diego-rolex

Business highlights

44 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Retail Services: new jewelry, vintage and antique jewelry, new watches, preowned watches, jewelry and watch repairs, custom work Estate Buying Services: we will buy your valuables and pay you on the spot by check. We buy gold, scrap gold, silver, platinum, sterling silverware, jewelry, broken jewelry, watches, diamonds and gemstones, antiques and collectibles, militaria, coins, and more. Ask us!

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.97 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
14%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.3
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-7 of 7 reviews

Ricardo H.
03/2016
1.0
jewelry appraisal
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They lost my watch then tried to blame some one else. I had to assert myself to get my money back and no extra effort was made to make things right. I have talked to others these guys are scam artists!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Alene D.
05/2015
5.0
jewelry appraisal
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They seemed professional and I think gave me a good price on my jewelry.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jackie B.
12/2014
5.0
jewelry appraisal
  + -1 more
It went very nice and it was a nice place
Description of Work: They bought some jewelry I wanted to get rid of.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Dottie B.
02/2014
5.0
jewelry appraisal, jewelry stores
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Jewelry and silver appraisal and purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DON R.
04/2013
5.0
jewelry appraisal
  + -1 more
It went fine. I got a good appraisal and Them was very diligent.
Description of Work: Jewelry appraisal. Thom was very professional and shared a lot of information with me regarding my jewelry as well as jewelry and appraising in general. He was cordial and informative. I would use his services again if I needed similar service again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Thomas D.
03/2013
5.0
jewelry appraisal, jewelry stores, watch repair
  + 1 more
His location is good. I have dealt with him for years on other things. They are very eager to serve and have taken good care of it.
Description of Work: New watch band put on for an Omega watch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Mary Ann M.
05/2012
5.0
jewelry appraisal
  + -1 more
He is excellent. His employees are wonderful. The price is good. The quality of service is excellent. He is punctual, responsive, and professional. I would use this provider again.
Description of Work: He provided appraisal services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    1851 San Diego Ave Ste. 130, San Diego, CA 92110

    http://www.leohamel.com

    Service hours

    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Appraisals - Antiques/Jewelry/Items,
    Jewelry Sales/Design/Repair,
    Watch Repair

    FAQ

    Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers offers warranties.
    Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers offers the following services: Retail Services: new jewelry, vintage and antique jewelry, new watches, preowned watches, jewelry and watch repairs, custom work Estate Buying Services: we will buy your valuables and pay you on the spot by check. We buy gold, scrap gold, silver, platinum, sterling silverware, jewelry, broken jewelry, watches, diamonds and gemstones, antiques and collectibles, militaria, coins, and more. Ask us!

    Contact information

    1851 San Diego Ave Ste. 130, San Diego, CA 92110

    http://www.leohamel.com

    Service hours

    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM