Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Jewelry Store in San Diego
Leo Hamel has been a trusted name in San Diego's luxury jewelry and watch industry for over four decades. Our expertise spans engagement rings, vintage treasures, custom jewelry design, and precision repair services. Our team of certified gemologists and award-winning sales professionals brings unparalleled knowledge and personalized service to every client interaction. With multiple locations across Southern California, we combine generational experience with modern sustainability practices through lab-grown diamond options.Our repair department, led by industry veterans with decades of combined experience, maintains the highest standards of craftsmanship. Recognized for excellence by global jewelry brands, we offer both mined and lab-created diamonds, certified pre-owned luxury watches, and estate jewelry acquisitions. Our financing options and customer-centric approach make luxury accessible while maintaining strict adherence to ethical sourcing standards.
Services
Engagement Rings
Jewelry Repair
Custom Design
Watch Sales
Estate Jewelry
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of jewelry expertise with GIA-certified professionals
- Award-winning sales team with global recognition
- Comprehensive repair services by master jewelers
- Ethically sourced lab-grown and mined diamonds
- Certified pre-owned luxury watch specialists
Associations and certifications
- GIA
- Hearts On Fire
What people say
Seamless experience
Patient and knowledgeable
Dream ring
10/10 recommend
Beautiful collections
Services
Engagement Rings
Our engagement ring specialists help create personalized symbols of commitment. With both mined and lab-grown diamond options, we offer custom designs and pre-selected pieces. Our certified gemologists ensure quality and value while maintaining ethical sourcing standards.
Jewelry Repair
Expert repair services for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. Our master jewelers use advanced techniques to restore vintage pieces and maintain modern designs. Services include resizing, stone replacement, and complete restorations with 2-year warranties.
Custom Design
Transform ideas into unique wearable art through our custom design process. Our CAD specialists collaborate with clients to create one-of-a-kind pieces using ethically sourced materials. Full-service design from concept to finished product.
Watch Sales
Curated selection of new and certified pre-owned luxury watches from Rolex, Cartier, and other prestigious brands. Our watch specialists provide expert authentication and maintenance services for collectors and enthusiasts.
Estate Jewelry
Professional estate jewelry evaluation and acquisition services. Our GIA-trained gemologists assess value for both modern and antique pieces, offering competitive pricing for estate sales and inheritance liquidations.
People
Lisa Hamel
Vice President
With 40 years of jewelry expertise, Lisa provides personalized service for vintage and contemporary pieces. She specializes in matching clients with meaningful jewelry that reflects their personal style.
Teri
Director of Sales
30-year jewelry industry veteran with multiple global sales awards. Specializes in diamond education and helping clients find perfect engagement rings within their budget.
Bianca
Sales Representative
12-year sales professional with comprehensive product knowledge. Focuses on building long-term client relationships through personalized service and expert guidance.
Logan
Sales Representative
9-year jewelry specialist with business management background. Passionate about connecting clients with antique pieces that tell unique stories through their designs.
Jennifer
Repair Manager
17-year veteran overseeing jewelry repair operations. Combines technical expertise with customer service focus to ensure precise restorations and custom fabrications.
Questions
What types of jewelry do you specialize in?
We specialize in engagement rings, vintage jewelry, luxury watches, and custom-designed pieces using both mined and lab-grown diamonds.
Do you offer jewelry repair services?
Yes, our master jewelers provide comprehensive repair services including resizing, stone replacement, and antique restorations with 2-year warranties.
Are lab-grown diamonds available?
Yes, we offer certified lab-grown diamonds with the same quality characteristics as mined diamonds at more affordable prices.
Can I sell my jewelry to Leo Hamel?
Yes, our GIA-certified buyers evaluate gold, diamonds, and estate jewelry at competitive market prices with no appointment needed.
Do you provide financing options?
Yes, we offer financing plans for qualified purchases to make luxury jewelry more accessible while maintaining transparent terms.
What locations do you serve?
We have five locations across Southern California including San Diego, Oceanside, Solana Beach, and La Mesa.
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