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First, a little background:
I recently purchased an engagement ring through an online store, which I’ll summarize as being a not so great experience. It was a very deflating experience to spend a large sum of money on something that will be cherished forever, only to have receive it (brand new) with issues. However, I don’t want to spend much time on the negative because that would take away from what a great job was done here at Modern Jewelers.
My fiancé and I brought in the ring, which had some deep scratches on the inner part of the band (not sure how that happens on a brand new ring) and we were met by Sam, the owner of Modern Jewelers, as well as others in the store who I assume are his family. You’ll rarely meet a group of people who are as kind and positive and I can’t be more happy that we took the engagement ring here for a repair. The ring looks even better than it did when it was brand new – go figure.
My only regret is that we didn’t discover Modern Jewelers prior to purchasing the ring. Thankfully, we haven’t purchased our wedding bands yet, but now we know where to look. I’ll happily give my business to Modern Jewelers and the wonderful group of people there. Sam (and the others), thank you for a job well done!
I had an incredible service experience with Sam and Christina. They helped me design my own ring, celebrating the end of 2020. This is my first big jewelry purchase and they made it so special!
I asked lots of questions, he was very helpful and knowledgeable! Christina showed me lots of ring options with different designs and cuts. Sam showed me different colored stones, knew what stone I wanted and picked a beautiful aquamarine stone, great size and color based off one conversation. He also picked the best diamonds to add and really designed exactly what I envisioned. It’s really important in an investment like this for your jeweler to understand your vision and he definitely did! Much more beautiful than I expected.
Overall great people to do business with will come back again! Love love love this ring!
I went to Yelp and read Modern Jeweler review. I read about a story of custom making. So I went to Modern Jeweler on that day, with a desperate hope. And I told this story to Sam.
Sam listened to me for the whole story. When he said he can build a brand new one just like one I had, and this time, it will not break, I could not believe. I had a little tears in my eyes. I remember keep asking, “really? it’s not going to break?” Â He explained to me that my original necklace chain was thin, and never meant to be for everyday use. And the way the old jeweler connected the heart part and chain was very easy to break. He spent time picking the base necklace with me, he gave us different options on designs. But I asked him to make exactly the way my original one was.
Thank you, Sam. What you did meant a lot to me and my husband. Â Will never forget it.
I was fortunate to inherit my grandma’s wedding ring after she passed. I held on to it for years, waiting to meet “that special someone.”
A few weeks before Christmas, I went to Modern Jewelers, ring in hand–with my special someone. Sam was warm, friendly, and helpful. We had some ideas for the new setting, but ultimately Sam introduced us to a style we hadn’t seen yet that would both show off and protect our precious stone. Most importantly, he listened to us and our tastes, and helped us find the setting that we didn’t know we wanted yet.
After we made our decision, Sam went to work on our custom order. He moved heaven and earth to have it ready before Christmas–allowing me to give my now-fiance a Christmas present she’ll never forget.
I highly recommend Sam and Modern Jewelers, and will be going there for all of our jewelry needs in the future. Not only was the ring perfect, but he made the whole experience memorable.
For me, it’s a little intimidating to go into a jewelry store, but I felt so welcome as soon as a walked into Modern Jewelers. Maria showed me around the store and I tried on a few rings before I found the beautiful ring I purchased. Sam talked to me about the ring style and the diamond quality. It needed to be sized larger and Sam could have charged me for the gold he would need for the sizing, but he waived the cost. He told me the ring would be ready in two weeks.
Sam had the ring wrapped in tissue for my unveiling, so fun! He did an amazing job of finishing the band after sizing; it is not visibly evident that it was sized. I can see that he takes care in his workmanship. While I was there, they offered to clean my other jewelry. Sam likes to photograph his customers and their new jewelry. He made me laugh during the process and now I realize I probably should have removed the gum from my mouth!
I highly recommend Modern Jewelers. They will treat you well. If you don’t believe me, keep reading their reviews!
Want a conscious, honest, friendly, trustworthy and consistent jeweler!
A jeweler you can rely on is Sam. Â I have had the best experiences over the past 20 years! From re-stringing my mother’s pearl to replacement of a watch battery or making a new design that we have collaborated on, I can count on Modern Jewelers
With a kind staff and beautiful jewels to look at and purchase, I love visiting and referring my friends.
What a great experience! Sam, from the beginning listened to our thoughts and ideas, provided guidance based on his expertise and we ended up with a beautiful emerald and diamond ring. He found great quality emeralds and diamonds that fit perfectly with the design.
Thanks Sam!
We are obsessed with Modern Jewelers.
My now fiancé and I had the most amazing experience with them from the very first time we walked in the door. Sam was extremely patient, and was willing to bring in as many diamonds as it took for us to find the perfect one that really spoke to me. He also provided us with multiple drawings of what he was thinking for both the engagement ring and the custom wedding band to go with it (we designed them both together at the same time), and was incredibly receptive to our feedback, often changing the drawings in front of our very eyes to reflect our preferences.
Sam was very committed to making sure we were 100% happy with the ring we were receiving. Sam and his staff are friendly and responsive, and will ensure you get the ring of your dreams.
I was referred to Modern Jewelers by a co-worker, who was referred by another co-worker, and so on, because everyone spoke so highly of Sam and the service he provides. I am so glad I took their advice and came to Sam, as I could not have had a better experience. My engagement ring was missing a side diamond and was in need of a re-size. Sam made the entire process so easy. He went above and beyond to fix my ring and pointed out issues with the ring shape caused by a previous jeweler I had been to. They finished all the repairs in only a couple of days, and when I came back to pick up my ring it looked brand new. He even took professional pictures of the ring for me and gave me a nice holiday treat.
I highly recommend coming to Modern Jewelers for all of your jewelry needs. I will never go to anyone else again. Sam made sure I knew to bring my ring in every 6 months for a free check-up, and called me a week after I picked up my ring to make sure I was completely satisfied.
Modern Jewelers made my engagement ring completely transform into the ring of my dreams! Sam is very attentive to his customers. I came in with my engagement ring, dirty, losing its shine, and missing a diamond from the band. Sam made sure I felt comfortable in his care, and ensured me that my ring will look better than it did when my husband proposed. He did not lie! He installed more prongs to secure all the tiny diamonds on the band, and made it shine throughout. In fact, my ring looked so overwhelmingly beautiful when I picked it up and took a first look at it, I started to cry. This ring means a lot to me, and Sam brought back all the emotions I felt on the day of my proposal. I was so amazed at how thoughtful, careful, and professional Sam is, and he truly cares about the people he sees at his store. I don’t think you will find service as good as this anywhere else.
Thank you, Sam.
Sam is the Man! He made the process of choosing a ring very easy and comfortable. For anyone deciding don’t think about it twice this is the place to go.
Thanks Sam
I cannot express enough  how absolutely amazing Sam and every one at Modern Jewelers is!!
Sam was extremely attentive and listened to what we were envisioning and wanted to use as much of what we currently had to make our ring. He sat with us and pulled a bunch of different styles, configurations and even drew out pictures of a few ideas to help us decide what we were looking for.
Once we decided he drew up a computer generated image within a week and upon our approval he was able to complete it within another week! Such a quick turnaround, it was so refreshing!
The ring itself is everything I have been looking for! It’s so gorgeous and love the fact it has a ying/yang feature because my fiancé and I definitely have a push pull supportive relationship. PLUS, it has the sentiment that it was created from my beloved family rings.
Sam, I cannot thank you enough for creating my dream ring. I smile so wide and even tear up with happiness every time I look at it.
Thank you so so so so much!!
I’ve been wanting to resize and clean my grandmother’s ring and for years contemplated where to take it, since it has sentimental value. It was huge, dull, and had build up.
I searched for jewelers and came across Modern Jewelers; after reading the great reviews I decided to take it in. Sam and his staff were so welcoming and friendly! I took my ring and Sam told me that the only problem would be that the ring would look brand new. Let me tell you, he did not disappoint. When he gave me the ring it looked like a whole new ring! He completely surpassed my expectation. It was a very exciting and emotional moment.
Thank you Sam for such a great experience and restoring my grandmother’s ring; it is absolutely beautiful!
Where do I even begin! I had a loose diamond I was looking to have set for an engagement ring. I’ve contacted several jewelers, but none of them gave me the reassurance I needed. After this long search, I finally stumbled upon Sam at Modern Jewelers. I requested a quote and he was quick to call me to gather the details I wanted in the engagement ring. I already sensed this may be the spot.
Turns out it was! Sam is a master at his craft and is very knowledgeable. He asked me questions I didn’t expect to get, but it played a large factor in making my decision for a setting. I initially showed him a flower halo setting, but quickly broke down the pros and cons of it. His goal was to make me something that would last a lifetime, and he did just that. The quality and integrity of the engagement ring he had made for me exceeded my expectations and even made my diamond appear much larger than it was.
I could not thank Sam enough for the excellent service he’s provided for me. My fiancé and I will definitely be back for our wedding bands!
It all started back in 1995 when Sam designed our wedding rings. Now, over 23 years later, we still continue to commute to Torrance from Lake Elsinore because Sam is the only jeweler we trust and use. We recently updated my wedding ring and once again-he blew us away with a beautiful, custom made diamond ring that we love!
Thank you Sam!
My engagement and wedding rings are two of Sam’s beautiful works of art.
My engagement ring: I constantly see people catching their eye on my engagement ring (not married yet!) and they frequently comment on how my ring is absolutely stunning and one of a kind. I have a combination of diamonds and purple sapphires that Sam sought after to create my perfect ring. All sapphires are the same color, which is hard to find since they are real.
That is the value of the experience here. He will offer his expert opinion, but at the end of the day, it is your ring forever and he will provide excellent/quality work. Every time we walk into the store Sam takes my ring to get cleaned. I really appreciate that.
Overall, we are very happy with our rings and cannot wait for the big day! I suggest going to a local jeweler first before the big chain diamond stores.
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again. THIS IS THE BEST JEWLER IN THE SOUTH BAY. Here is my reasoning… Sam is not only an expert gemologist, he’s a guy who about people and the reason they are there. He will take time to personalize piece and make it a treasured memory. He isn’t selling you a individual item, he’s giving you the best deal he can to gain ablife long customer. To top it off he takes amazing pictures to let you step back and see the beauty you are about to share with that special someone. How did Sam put it? ” Ray, you’re not buying jewelry. You are buying that moment when they open up that box.” I’ll tell you, he’s got it right.
Thank you Sam.
A true “diamond in the rough!”
My trust and respect for Sam has to grow over the years, to the point to where he is my exclusive jewelry shop. Â I can’t say enough about his professionalism, integrity and good-natured personality – and am very thankful for his ongoing support over the years with advice, cleanings, fixes, battery replacements – and even photos of special moments that can only be captured at certain times in one’s life!
Sam sets the bar for how businesses should be run, how customers should be treated, and for how businesses can be a valued part of the local community. Â I give him my highest recommendation!
Thank you Sam for making us feel like kids again! We came in to have my wedding ring repaired after buying it from you 27 years ago. We were greeted with the same warmth and excitement we experienced while shopping for rings in 1994. You are a fabulous jeweler, amazing photographer and all around great guy!! Â Sam’s prices and workmanship and are phenomenal and he treats you like family. We were married on Valentine’s Day, and our beautiful ring is a symbol of the love and romance that continues today.
Thank you Sam!
I would highly recommend Sam and his lovely team at Modern Jewelers. I found Sam through his amazing Yelp reviews, and I am so happy that I went with him! The Yelp reviews were 100% spot on. He made both my husband’s and my gold wedding band, and we could not be happier. Right from the very beginning, working with Sam and his team was very easy. I emailed Sam pictures of my engagement ring, and he picked out the perfect wedding band to complement my ring. It was exactly what I would have envisioned but so much better because he customized the diamonds and band width sizing to work perfectly with my finger length. He also not only made my husband’s ring to be completely customized but also used diamonds in his band that were the same diamond shape as mine, so that our rings look like a beautiful set together. Sam also took beautiful photos of us at the store that was a lovely extra bonus! He also cleaned my rings for free right before the wedding, and I couldn’t stop looking at the sparkle throughout the wedding. I couldn’t recommend Sam and his team more!!
Thank you!!
I had an exceptionally positive  experience working with Sam at Modern Jewelers. I had been thinking about designing a ring for myself (as a symbol/reminder of self-love) for several years and was finally ready to move forward with the plan. From the beginning of this process, Sam was responsive, communicative, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just plain fun to work with. Not only did I end up with a beautiful and very unique ring that will bring me joy throughout the rest of my life, but I thoroughly enjoyed the process.
I’ve had my ring for two weeks now and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you so much, Sam – for everything!
My fiancé and I have known Sam for a few months now since he made us our beautifully crafted, custom engagement ring, and during this time he has been so incredibly professional, attentive, caring, and just a joy to be around.
Nearing my 6 months checkup and cleaning, I had a work accident where I fell on the concrete and scratched the platinum on my band. I was devastated. We went back to Sam and he said not to worry he would get it fixed like new. That was all the assurance I needed. Sure enough, in just a couple weeks he had the ring sanded and refinished by a trusted professional who specializes in platinum – and it was absolutely perfect again. Sam cleaned and polished the ring too. And all for free! Didn’t charge us a penny.
Sam also helped us pick out my fiancé’s beautiful, custom wedding band (to match my own wedding band that we had previously purchased from Sam) and we picked it up along with my engagement ring!
It’s a bit of a drive for us, but it’s worth every mile. We’ll definitely be seeing Sam at Modern Jewelers for our jewelry needs in the future!
We have been coming to Sam for over 20 years. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about his work. We absolutely love coming to his store. He makes you feel like a friend not a customer. We recently celebrated our 20 year wedding anniversary and my husband wanted to get me an infinity band. I am very particular about rings. Sam suggested that we come in together and he helped us design a ring based on my preferences. I was able to get a beautiful band that I could wear everyday. Sam also worked around our budget. I receive so many compliments on it and I love that it’s one of a kind since we picked out the width of the band, the diamond sizes around the band and the material of the band. It’s a stunner!
I would like to Thank Sam and staff for helping me with the beautiful ring I bought my Fiancée , Sam was very professional to show me many different rings and helped me until I was happy with my purchase. Anybody looking for beautiful rings and very nice fine jewelry take a moment and give Sam and his staff an opportunity, they are all very welcoming and professional. I’ll for sure be a returning customer for any jewelry needs. Thank you Sam, she is truly in love with her Ring.
Thank you all
I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience from start to finish at Modern Jewelers. Â I went in knowing roughly what I wanted but Sam helped it become the perfect ring. Â He bent over backwards to accommodate me in every way possible (price point, quality, fast turn around, texting me pictures upon request, opening early for me to pick up the ring the day of, etc). Â I couldn’t have done this without them. Â
To top it all off, his prices on certified diamond engagement rings easily match those online or at discount stores but come with trustworthy expert who only wants to make the couple as happy as can be.
I highly recommend this store to anyone in the area looking for an awesome experience and lifelong jeweler.
Sam is awesome!
My wife and I had been looking for a jeweler who can help make the custom ring we imagined a reality for a couple months. While many of the reps we spoke to were nice, they were either not very responsive or their price to customize our ring was more than we were comfortable spending.
But then we found Sam at Modern Jewelers! By the time we met him, we were less than a month away from our wedding day. When Sam found out, he worked double time to help us finalize our design, pick out some amazing lab stones (which were even better than what we requested but still within our budget), and had the finished ring ready for us in time for our ceremony. It was a great experience.
As an extra plus, Sam is also a great photographer and took some great reaction shots and pictures of our ring (some of which I attached here).
We just wished we went to Modern Jewelers sooner. Thanks Sam and the rest of the team!
I got engaged recently, and my fiancé picked out the most perfect and beautiful emerald cut solitaire ring. Perfect as it was for me, it just needed a little TLC since it was an older ring. I took it to Sam and I’m so glad that I did!
Sam made me feel comfortable immediately, and he looked closely at my ring to give me advice about what would really bring out my ring, including a rhodium plating, a professional cleaning, and adjustments to the setting to prevent snagging/prevent the stone from getting loose. The pricing he quoted me was very reasonable, and he mentioned that he would take care of my future ring maintenances too. So very generous and caring.
When I got my ring back a week later, it was more beautiful than it already was before – so sparkling. People around me in my life even noticed the difference.
I highly recommend Modern Jewelers for any of your jewelry needs! I initially stopped in the store looking for some jewelry repairs. I had some prior work done on some pieces at another store, but the work was sub par and I was not happy with it. I came here because of the amazing reviews and they did not disappoint!
Sam is friendly & provides excellent customer service. He makes sure he understands what your needs are and goes above & beyond in providing a quality product! He did an excellent job with my repairs and because of that, I approached him about rebuilding my wedding ring. My husband and I had gone to the jewelry district in DTLA and were disappointed in the service we received. Sam really worked with us and provided an absolutely beautiful ring! He helped us design the new ring, using what he could from my original. Working with Sam was so easy & enjoyable! We will definitely be back for any other jewelry needs we have!
Thank you Sam!
I had a terrific experience with Sam, the manager of Modern Jewelers. My girlfriend and I decided recently to give each other promise rings as a symbol of commitment and growing love.
Not once did I feel pressured into anything. He was quite fair with pricing and took photos of us that had a professional quality. With other jewelers I did not feel the same level of attention. My girlfriend wanted an opal and was quite pleased with what Sam put together as it was exactly what she asked for.
I am considering going back soon to get a wrist watch. His prices are good and he takes his time with clients. I can tell he is a busy man but I never felt rushed. I encourage you to see Sam for your jewelry and watch needs.
Highly recommend-Modern Jewelers in the Rolling hills plaza!!
With the world turned upside-down and many businesses closed, hope was wearing thin in my search of a place to purchase the perfect engagement ring for my girlfriend. I found M.J. on Yelp and decided to send them an email to inquire about gemstone rings, particularly rubies.
Cue::: Mr. Samuel Pheng..
Business Owner, Gemologist, charming and passionate about his craft. I spoke to Sam in the beginning of the summer and described what I was searching for and set up an appointment for the following week to go see him. We discussed different options and settings with a budget in mind and the following week, viewed a stunning selection. Flash forward to the final product…a beautifully crafted, 1.34ct Burmese Ruby engagement ring set in 18kt rose gold. VIP service from start to finish, the whole experience was memorable.
So we accidentally bumped into this place after not knowing anything about Sam or his business. We literally found a gold mine lol. Sam is an awesome person with a great personality and his work is top notch. We were driving through Rolling Hills Plaza when I noticed his business, my fiancé needed her ring resized, so we decided to stop by and check it out. When we first walked in through the door we were greeted like family so i knew we were in good hands. Not only did he resize it but he added more diamonds and created a beautiful ring guard. My fiancé was in tears when she saw it and Sam loves to take pictures of every moment, which makes it more special. It was an awesome experience aside from his beautiful work he did on the ring. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and will do future business with him again.
Thanks Sam!!!!
After receiving a ring from an online retailer that was truly sub-par, I began reaching out to local jewelers to see if they could make the same ring in higher quality. I called at least 5 different shops, and visited several others, before deciding to see Sam here at Modern Jewelers, and it was the best decision I could have made! Not only did he have his Master Craftsman (important term) do a BEAUTIFUL duplication of what we wanted, but he was able to truly customize it even further to make the PERFECT engagement ring for my fiancé. On top of that, he really went above and beyond in meeting some deadlines for us, and really just being honest and helpful in every way imaginable. He even put his photography skills to work and snapped a few shots of us “in the moment”. I feel very lucky to have found this place, and will certainly be returning.
Thank you, Sam!
I have been working with Sam for over 13 years and with him I truly feel that I have found a friend that I can trust. Sam is always a pleasure to work with and I know he is always going to show me beautiful pieces and a GREAT price. He never pushes or rushes me and he was even able to create my dream custom ring exactly how I wanted it for an amazing price… and FAST. Â I was literally breathless when he presented me with the ring…. it is beyond amazing. I still fall in love every time I look at the ring and I get compliments on it almost every day.
With Sam I know I have a friend I can trust in the jewelry business and I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for gorgeous, quality jewelry and extremely competitive prices.
The ABSOLUTE BEST customer service! I needed to get a bracelet resized after a not-so-great experience with a previous jeweler. Sam(the owner) took one look at my bracelet and knew it was too large for me. He took it in and resized it for me. After a week, I got a call to pick it up. But, it was still a bit large for my liking. I wanted it to stack perfectly with my other bracelet. Without hesitation, Sam took it in again and made sure to size it perfectly for my liking – with no additional charge!! I was so impressed with this service – my trust and satisfaction were truly a priority to Sam and Modern Jewelers. I found them on Yelp and read so many positive reviews – they were all true! The customer service was excellent! No middle man, everything done in house. I felt so welcomed in the store. I was able to see and try on anything I wanted. I love that they aren’t pushy – I was truly able to window shop without being rushed. I’m definitely going back to this place. Don’t even think twice about it – just go check them out!
Covid has made everything I own shrink. For some reason nothing fits any more. Sigh. Ok ok. So I’ve had a case of the pandemic 10-15ish. My engagement and wedding rings were feeling uncomfortably tight. I’ve been hesitant on trusting just anyone with my ring but I found this gem of a place through yelp. Sam put me at ease as soon as I stepped in the door. He’s so warm and friendly and funny! My ring was resized in under a week and cleaned beautifully! I literally gasped when I saw it today. I don’t think I’ve ever seen it sparkle so brightly. He invited me to bring my rings back every six months to get the prongs checked and cleaned FOR FREE. Would enthusiastically recommend this place!
I can’t say enough good things about Sam and Modern Jewelers. They are professional and detail oriented in every way. My fiance had my engagement ring custom made a few months ago and surprised me with it. (I’ll admit, I had some input into the initial design ideas, but the actual final product was all the brainchild of Sam and my fiance.)
Sam took the time to meet and get to know my fiance, and by extension, got to know our backstory as a couple. Sam also took the time to ask my fiance about me and took my tastes into account when designing my ring. He spent several consultations over about three months to get the perfect design that both my fiance and I would be happy with. And the final product came out better than I could have imagined: it is beautifully crafted, wonderfully intricate, and completely unique.
My family and I had a fantastic and memorable experience shopping at Modern Jewelers. We shopped for a bracelet for my grandmother’s birthday, and Sam helped us find a beautiful gold bracelet with a large clasp that my grandmother can open easily. The bracelet was too small for her wrists and so we asked Sam to add a few links. Since adding the links would cause the gift to be ready after my grandmother’s birthday, Sam had the great idea of taking pictures of everyone and the bracelet so that there would still be a gift to give while the bracelet was worked on. My grandmother was so thrilled with the pictures! When the bracelet was ready, Sam asked for the whole family to come pick it up together and he took more pictures. So my grandmother not only got a beautiful bracelet, she also got lovely pictures of the whole family. She still talks about her special experience at Modern Jewelers. I would recommend Modern Jewelers to anyone. Not only was the jewelry itself really charming, but the shopping experience was very special. It’s clear that Sam really cares about his customers.
My fiancé has been buying me jewelry from Sam for a while now, so when it was time to buy an engagement ring he took me in to meet the man. I had a great time trying on all the rings. Sam shared lots of information and great stories, had me laughing the whole time. We picked out a beautiful ring with Sam’s guidance. Sam had it specially made to fit my finger. I never wear rings because it is so hard to find them in my size. Sam was able to size my finger, and the ring fits perfectly, not to big and not too small. I was a little worried because I have fingers that taper quite a bit. So the ring was ready in a couple weeks,. When we picked it up we had a mini photo session, which was also lots of fun. Sam got some great pictures, and shared them with us. I love my engagement ring so much, it is well made and very comfortable to wear. I have received lots of compliments too. I can’t imagine going anywhere else for my jewelry needs.
Thank you fellow Yelpers for steering me to Modern Jewelry Mart. The owner Sam is a fantastic, warm and friendly man. When I found this business on Yelp, I messaged them to get a estimate on fixing a diamond I knocked out of my eternity band and lost in a rollerblading accident. He replied the next day with rough numbers and told me to come on in. I got a few estimate from other companies, but I went with Sam because he was the only jeweler to comment on the high quality of the stones and the need for a master jeweler who knew platinum. I felt very comfortable with his knowledge. When I picked up my ring Sam informed me that my serial number and Cartier insignia were clear and intact. He warned that some jewelers will over polish and destroy the inner serial number. I did not know that. His price is very reasonable, and the works is flawless. My 8 year old ring looks brand new!! He encouraged me to come in twice a year to have my stones checked and cleaned for free. He really takes care of his clients. AND we got an impromptu photo shoot. The pics turned out great =). (This was a real photo shoot with an expensive camera shot outdoors with multiple pics.) Yelp Check In for a discount on Seiko watches.
I have a pair of Bada Grace eye glass frames that have intricate little leaves on them. I love them. I have had them since the early 90s. Last November, one side piece broke off right at
the hinge. I took it to my optometrist for repair but was distressed to hear that they were not repairable. I called a friend (in the O.C.) who is an optometrist and asked her if indeed they were not repairable and she said even if I were able to find someone to reattach the side piece, “I wouldn’t like it.”
3 months later, I found myself thinking there has to be someone who can fix my Bada glasses. It occurred to me then, to try a jewelry repair shop. After reading Yelp reviews, it was clear that there was only one place to try, Modern Jewelers.
Sam was just as others had written: accommodating and attentive. At first, though, he said he could not fix my glasses – he had never repaired eye glasses before – but after I asked if he could try, he said with conviction, “Okay, I will try.”
Sam was able to repair my treasured Bada glasses. He said he surprised himself.
More than a good businessman and skilled jeweler, Sam is a happy, joyful and positive man, which makes all things possible for him.
Appreciation and applause to Sam!
My fiancé and I recently bought an engagement ring from Modern Jewelers. After spending a day going to various jewelers around the south bay, we had not found any options that perfectly matched our tastes and budget. We visited Modern Jewelers as a last stop on the search before proceeding with a decent ring we had seen at a jeweler earlier. We couldn’t be happier with the result!
Although no rings in the shop matched what we were looking for, Sam quickly hand-sketched a ring design that articulated the vision in our heads. He guided us through the entire process of making a custom, unique and perfect ring for my fiancé from scratch. From the initial 3-D model to the gemstone selection and the wax prototype, Sam made sure my fiancé and I were involved and satisfied with every step.
Based on our initial research and shopping, I didn’t expected such a stunning ring to fall within my budget, but Sam was absolutely committed to making sure my fiancé and I had the perfect ring to match our new commitment. We look forward to visiting again twice a year for the included maintenance and cleanings!
Sam and his team at Modern Jewelers has helped make my dream come true. With their help my fiancé was able to find the most beautiful engagement ring that I am so proud to wear. We have gone back to Modern Jewelers to look for wedding bands and Sam makes the experience so smooth and fun. I have full confidence in his opinions and what he thinks would look best for me! Highly recommend Modern Jewelers to anyone looking for great quality jewelry!
Modern Jewelers was an amazing experience! Sam and his team made choosing an engagement ring stress-free and enjoyable. Sam educates you through each step of the process with a patient approach. This made the experience feel pressure free for such a life changing purchase. Sam is knowledgeable and helps you feel confident in choosing the perfect diamond and setting. In addition to walking you through the process, he also takes pictures of you while looking at designing the perfect engagement ring. My fiancé loved the pictures and made the proposal even more special. I highly recommend Modern Jewelers! You will not be disappointed!
Where do I begin. My boyfriend wanted to give me a Promise Ring…we’ve both been married before and he wanted to give me something special to show his commitment and desire to growing love again.
I wanted an opal. I imagined an opal with halo diamonds. I had a very clear idea of what I would LOVE. We went to a few jewelry shops in the South Bay. We walked into Modern Jewelers and were greeted by Sam. Sam gave us the ‘white glove’ hospitality like we’ve not experienced at the other places. All I did was described what I wanted….he drew it out in pencil…showed us a few opals to decide on and voila! He created a CAD drawing and our ring was on its way to custom design and order.
THANK YOU, Sam!! I think I know exactly where I want my birthday/Christmas/Mother’s Day gifts to come from!
The experience of selecting an engagement/wedding ring with Sam at Modern Jewelers was unforgettable and wonderful. Sam is such a warm person who generously shares sage advice about life, love, and jewelry. He is also a skilled jeweler with impeccable taste. Believe what you read Yelpers, Sam is the real deal. So much so, it’s hard to fit this review into the context of a Yelp review. Excellent customer service. Absolutely true, but feels strange to say about a friend or family member, and that’s how welcomed Sam will make you feel at Modern Jewelers. The first surprise engagement ring my (now) husband selected for me was much too big, so we went to Modern Jewelers together for resizing. Once there, Sam welcomed me, and saw that the ring I’d brought in was perhaps not the right style for me. He asked me about my ring preferences and took time to understand us as a couple. He carefully curated a selection of styles and diamonds to show us. What started out as a ring resizing turned into a completely different custom ring, handcrafted by Sam. Sam made every effort to ensure that the ring buying process was stress-free and reflective of our pivotal moment. When I look at my beautiful sparkling ring, I have so many happy memories to reflect on.Â
My relationship with Modern Jewelers began in 2003. My husband desired that I finally choose a wedding ring setting for our 10-year anniversary. (A temporary setting was used for the engagement and never replaced.) After explaining my concerns and describing my style preferences, Sam sketched and presented a design concept. I was well-pleased with the outcome in appearance and wearability due to Sam’s attention to fine detail combined with exquisite quality. Simple elegance without being “too much” for my petite finger and daily activity – just as I requested. Thereafter, Modern Jewelers has been my reliable jeweler for selecting celebration pieces, redesigning family heirlooms, and occasional cleanings. Sam is someone that has gained my trust that I trust him to care for family and friends in the same consistent and professional manner. Photos by Sam: (Our pieces were ready, as the pandemic began to shutdown businesses. We eventually made an appointment for a “careful Covid-19 pick-up.” And, as always, we were warmly greeted by Sam. We felt his smile behind the mask.) – We are examining my MJ designed and cleaned wedding ring. – A referred and satisfied family member with her repaired ring. – A first look at my latest acquisition, which incorporated every feature I wanted. More lovely than I envisioned. (Thank you, once again, Sam of Modern Jewelers!)
Buying an engagement ring is a HUGE purchase and I am so thankful my fiancé found Sam at Modern Jewelers. Not only did Sam help him pick out an incredible ring but he provided both of us with the most memorable customer service I have ever experienced. This is definitely not your corporate jewelry store, this is a family run, local business that actually cares about their customers. Jewelry buying always intimidated me but I feel so comfortable talking with Sam and listening to his honest opinions. If you have been searching for your forever jeweler, this is the one!
Buying an engagement ring is a HUGE purchase and I am so thankful my fiancé found Sam at Modern Jewelers. Not only did Sam help him pick out an incredible ring but he provided both of us with the most memorable customer service I have ever experienced. This is definitely not your corporate jewelry store, this is a family run, local business that actually cares about their customers. Jewelry buying always intimidated me but I feel so comfortable talking with Sam and listening to his honest opinions. If you have been searching for your forever jeweler, this is the one!
Sam is THE BEST. My fiance and I both wanted to propose to each other and design each other custom rings without the other seeing. Sam helped us each separately, while keeping the rings all secret from the other! I came in with a color pencil drawing and idea of how I wanted my fiance’s ring to look, and Sam helped me bring this vision to life. The ring looks almost exactly like what I pictured, but better. My fiance brought Sam loose heirloom stones from his grandmother and a rendering of his vision for my ring, and again, Sam helped him to design the perfect custom ring using the stones. Both rings are so unique, stunning, and perfectly made. We both had very unique and unusual requests and asked for salt and pepper diamonds and Sam sourced them quickly and gave us amazing options to choose from. He never shied away from our unusual ideas! He is truly an artist, as well as such a fun and genuine person to work with. Every visit to his store was so much fun and he made the whole process so enjoyable. He really involved us in the process, from editing our drawings to creating wax molds or CAD renderings to review with us. He took professional photos at every visit and we have those memories of designing each others’ rings forever! I cannot recommend him highly enough!
I went to Sam at Modern Jewelers after a long search for the perfect engagement ring. From the moment I walked into the store and met Sam, I felt at ease knowing that he was going to exceed my expectations. He took my idea and crafted a custom one-of-a-kind engagement ring that was absolutely stunning. Even the puppy approved!
Needless to say, after the engagement we went back to get our wedding bands. Once again, Sam made the experience one for the books and we even did an impromptu photo shoot. Did I mention he is a professional photographer? We had so much fun and will be visiting Sam at Modern Jewelers for any future purchases.
I highly recommend Modern Jewelers. Sam will take care of you and make sure that you will be walking out of his store with the best quality jewelry around.
When my mother handed down her precious diamond wedding ring my father gave her, I wanted to be able to wear the ring but knew it needed to be re-set because of the outdated style. After reading a ton of reviews on Yelp I decided to take a chance on Modern Jewelers. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by Sam. He was attentive to my expectations of what I envisioned the new setting to be. In a matter of minutes he understood my style and pulled out a ring that was perfect! When I returned to pick up the finished ring, I was speechless. The new setting along with my mother’s pear diamond was ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING!!!
Not only did Sam re-set my mother’s ring, he also found me a pair of round diamond solitaire studs that were beyond my expectations! I will most definitely continue to do business with Sam and Modern Jewelers!
Sam stocks a wide array of jewelry for all tastes and occasions, and chooses quality pieces within each budgetary class that one may be shopping within. My trust and respect for Sam has to grow over the years, to the point to where he is my exclusive jewelry shop. I can’t say enough about his professionalism, integrity and good-natured personality – and am very thankful for his ongoing support over the years with advice, cleanings, fixes, battery replacements – and even photos of special moments that can only be captured at certain times in one’s life! Sam sets the bar for how businesses should be run, how customers should be treated, and for how businesses can be a valued part of the local community. I give him my highest recommendation!
The moment I walked in I met Sam and told him what size, quality, and price point of diamond I wanted. He immediately knew which of his stock fit my description. He didn’t push me to buy anything, he simply let his products shine, told me what I needed to know about them, and stood back.
I came back to seek his input on designing a custom engagement ring, and I’m glad I did. Sam has decades of experience designing rings, so he knew right away which elements would look good, and which elements would make the ring more or less durable. I showed him a drawing and some example pictures for inspiration. He provided an accurate timeline of when to expect the ring. He also provided a fair price quote, which he stuck to even when we had to go back and change some elements of the ring. Within 1-2 weeks he had a CAD image ready. He texted me pictures of the image as it was being designed. A week later the wax mold was completed. A few weeks after that, the ring was made and the engraving was complete. Along the way, Sam took photographs to document my experience, and after the proposal he also did a little photoshoot with me and my new fiance.
Sam provided 5 star, honest, friendly, unforgettable service. Engagement ring shopping can be tough on a budget, but at Modern Jewelers you will get what you pay for, and more.
I don’t even know where to start — Sam is so amazing and has gone far beyond our expectations. We found Modern Jewelers on Yelp, and decided to go after seeing all of the great reviews. I really wanted an engagement ring with pink on it but I had no idea what I actually wanted. Sam took the time to walk us through all of his ideas, going as far as coloring an actual ring with a marker and showing different design options with the pink. A few weeks later, he had some pink sapphires to show us and we were honest that I was hoping for a lighter pink, which Sam had a feeling about (since he knows exactly what he is doing!). He then went out and found the perfect shade, and elegantly incorporated them into the engagement ring. From start to finish Sam has been such a delight to work with and is genuinely interested in helping his customers. We had to go back and get the ring resized, which only took a few days and it came back shining like it was brand new — it now fits perfectly. I highly recommend Sam and we will be returning in the future!
There is a reason why this place is full of 5 star reviews. It mainly stems from the owner, Sam. He is a great guy who cares about the occasion and the person whom you are shopping.
“Show me a picture of her.” he says. “I want to get it right.” He knew exactly what to bring me and I was immediately pleased. It was amazing that I didn’t have to spend a fortune to get high quality diamonds.
I’m definitely not an expert, but I felt more like one by the time I left there. I learned a lot and had a great time doing so. But the best part was definitely Sam. He was funny, charismatic, and kind.
Overall the experience was better than an other jewelry store I’ve seen. Its worth your time to go see Sam. He will genuinely treat you well.
My wife and I celebrated our 40th Wedding anniversary and I wanted to have her engagement & wedding ring set repaired since the diamond had fallen out.  We were fortunate to have found MJM after searching Yelp and deciding to visit them. Sam and his wife Cindy were extremely personable and knew exactly what we wanted and provided the perfect Engagement / Wedding Ring set for our tastes – elegant yet not too showy. They have a great selection of items.  They also provided excellent advice and I quickly selected a new wedding band that fit my basketball injured finger  w/o problem.  My wife Linda loves her new rings and we were so happy to meet Sam and Cindy who are now our new friends.  We look forward to working with them in the future for other jewelry needs as they arise.
Jeff and Linda W.
We found Modern Jewelry Mart after our jewelry store closed recently. Wow, what a surprise. Sam is a consummate professional, witty, helpful, compassionate. He takes his time to understand the customer and takes extreme care to find the right jewelry piece.
He upgraded my wedding ring of 32 years and when I saw it, I was stunned. The workmanship is beautiful, the new, upgraded ring has surpassed my expectations.
Thank you Sam for the outstanding results. My husband cried when he first saw the ring, he couldn’t believe his eyes.
We have found our jewelry store for life. Nobody else will be able to match the outstanding customer service. Thank you Sam from the bottom of our hearts.
Bernie & Waltraud
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