Joint Venture Estate Jewelers - Engagement Rings, Diamonds, Fine Jewelry Raleigh

11/10/2008 Posted by 4923

I had the most fabulous experience at Joint Venture Jewelry. Donna Hankin helped me to change the setting of my wedding band ( as a result of divorce) to three stacking rings that are really gorgeous. Now - this could have been a very sad time - but Donna held my hand through the entire process and together, we transformed a ring that would have otherwise been sold in her store to 3 rings that I wear everyday now! My best friend at work keeps telling me that the rings "are so hot!". I adore Donna and her husband. They are true professionals. their store is immaculate, and their cases are filled with the most incredible selection of gently used and genuine vintage pieces. I am thrilled with the whole experience and I highly recommend Joint Venture Jewelry to everyone.

10/11/2008 Posted by oleejay

My husband and I have been shopping at Joint Ventures since Valentines Day 1999. Over the years he has bought me several nice pieces and we have bought several Christmas and Mother's Day gifts for our Moms. Donna always has time to show us interesting pieces of jewelry, and has a good selection of merchandise from about $150 on up into the several thousands. She also lets you examine each item up close, and try things on so you can be comfortable with a purchase. Of course, wearing it is the first step to buying it, so beware Donna's ability to find something you have to take home! They also are willing to order items for you if they don't have the exact item you need (chains, wedding bands, etc). The store also keeps track of repeat customers, remembering things like anniversaries with postcards including a coupon for a substantial discount. All in all, Joint Ventures is a shop we keep going back to, so that is the best recommendation we can give.

05/16/2008 Posted by jillsbun

Don't agree at all with the negative comments some people have written about pushy salespeople. I just purchased my wife's 25th anniversary gift and 50th birthday gift and the saleswoman was attentive, but not at all pushy. If anything, I felt like I had a personal shopper helping me. The selection is really good - i found dozens of things in my price range that I liked. I didn't have tons of money to spend and was a little intimidated going in - some estate jewelry stores only carry very high end stuff - but this shop has the best selection of lovely, one of a kind pieces in the $300 to $1000 range that I've found anywhere in the Triangle. (Plus some truly jaw-dropping pieces priced much higher.) I highly recommend this place as a resource for guys like me, who want to get their wife something a little different from what all her friends have, but don't have a fortune to spend. I will definitely shop there again. I I suspect that the people who were turned off by "pushy" salespeople didn't like the fact that the staff reminds you that because these are mostly one of a kind pieces, if you see something you like one day, but don't buy it, it might not be there the next because someone else could buy it. I didn't find this to be pushy - it's just the truth - no different than what an honest salesman at an antique store or art gallery will tell you. Remember: This isn't Zales. They can't restock an item once it's sold.

Pros: great selection of one of a kind pieces you won't find at the mall

Cons: they can't restock the exact item if sopmeone else buys it first - so if you snooze, you lose

12/12/2007 Posted by elizabethfaye

I love this shop! They help you choose unique pieces to love and enjoy rather than try to sell to you. The owners and staff subtly guide you in learning about gems, vintage jewelry and what works for you. I like many styles of jewelry but they have helped me define what styles suit me best and give me the most pleasure over time. I am now purchasing higher end jewelry but saving money because I am not making quick eye candy decisions on lesser pieces that cost more than the more satisfying jewelry at Joint Venture and I am not buying pieces similar to what I have already in my collection.

Pros: Friendly owners and staff, great parking, bargain prices on unique jewelry.

Cons: I can't think of any negatives.

12/12/2007 Posted by katieanthony

Joint Venture has filled up their cases with such pretty and unique peices! Their staff is always so welcoming and helpful. Defenitly the place to buy jewelry for a great price!

09/09/2007 Posted by wiggync

While the selection and variety of the jewelry in the cases was great, we were turned off by this store once we met the personnel. They were pushy and condescending and it was a little like the stereotypicalused car salesman. I doubt we'll end up back in this store any time soon.

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10/05/2006 Posted by djjmillz

I recently purchased an engagement ring from Joint Ventures and ended up saving a ton of money in comparison to what I would have paid anywhere else. The customer service was outstanding, and I would recommend Joint Ventures to any young man looking to get engaged in the near future.

03/17/2006 Posted by denyse16

My fiance purchased a beautiful diamond engagement ring for me from Joint Venture Jewelry. The time we spent shopping in Joint Venture was enjoyable and we found the owners, Donna and Lee, to be both personable and very knowledgeable. A month later I discovered that my ring was in need of a minor repair. Donna and Lee went the extra mile to ensure that the repair was done to my satisfaction and in a very timely manner. I would not hesitate to recommend their beautiful shop to anyone who is interested in purchasing a unique or traditional piece of jewelry at an exceptional price.

11/19/2004 Posted by bpattersonc3

HAVE BEEN A CUSTOMER SINCE 2000, GREAT PRICES AND WONDERFUL SALES STAFFAND OWNER. AN EXCITING SHOPPING EXPERIENCE EVERYTIME I VISIT (AND THAT IS OFTEN).

Pros: CONVIENT, GOOD DISPLAY, GOOD SELECTION

04/01/2004 Posted by mel109jac

I have been a customer & a consignor of Joint Venture Jewelers for about a year. I find this unique shop to have wonderful bargains, beautiful jewelry, & a polished & professional staff. They have always dealt fairly & honestly with me, & I especially appreciate the advice given when re-designing some of my old pieces. I give this lovely shop two thumbs up!!