Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Jewelry Store Since 1953
Bremer Jewelry has been a trusted family-owned business serving Central Illinois since 1953. With two locations in Bloomington and Peoria, Illinois, we specialize in engagement rings, wedding bands, fine jewelry, and custom design services. Our team of skilled goldsmiths and jewelers provides in-house repairs, appraisals, and personalized customer service. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products, including pre-owned luxury items and designer handbags, alongside financing options to suit various budgets.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our American Gem Society accredited Gemological Laboratory and lifetime limited warranty on jewelry purchases. With 25 dedicated team members, including owners Julie and Justin May, we combine decades of expertise with a personalized approach to help customers celebrate life's milestones through meaningful jewelry. Our services extend to permanent jewelry, watch battery replacements, and estate jewelry evaluations, ensuring comprehensive care for all precious items.
Services
Engagement Rings
Wedding Bands
Custom Design
Jewelry Repair
Appraisals
Permanent Jewelry
Estate Jewelry
Watch Services
Financing Options
Gemstone Testing
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1953 with 70+ years of combined jewelry expertise
- In-house goldsmiths and AGS-accredited gemological laboratory
- Free jewelry inspections and lifetime limited warranty coverage
- Custom design services with 3D wax modeling capabilities
- 12-month special financing options available with approved credit
Associations and certifications
- American Gem Society
What people say
Wonderful experience
Fantastic experience
Best jewelry store
Outstanding selection
Professional staff
Services
Engagement Rings
Our engagement ring collection features classic and contemporary designs including halo, side stone, and three-stone settings. Available in white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, platinum, and multi-metal options with price ranges from $1,500 to over $10,000. Each ring comes with expert consultation to help customers find the perfect symbol of commitment.
Custom Design
Transform personal visions into unique jewelry pieces through our custom design process. Using hand-carved wax models and CAD technology, our goldsmiths create one-of-a-kind engagement rings, wedding bands, and fashion jewelry. Services include remounting heirloom stones and recreating lost treasures with modern techniques.
Jewelry Repair
Six full-time bench jewelers provide in-house repairs for all types of jewelry. Services include ring sizing, stone setting, prong rebuilding, chain soldering, and rhodium plating. We offer same-day and next-day turnaround options for common repairs like watch battery replacements and basic ring sizing.
Appraisals
AGS-accredited gemologists provide professional appraisals for insurance purposes using specialized laboratory equipment. Services include full documentation with photos and specifications, with pricing starting at $35 for updated valuations and $50 for comprehensive new appraisals.
Permanent Jewelry
Create lasting connections through custom-fitted permanent bracelets available in yellow gold and sterling silver. Our trained specialists weld chains to precise wrist measurements for $20-$99 per inch, with optional birthstones and personalized links for meaningful designs.
People
Julie May
Owner
Co-owner of Bremer Jewelry with extensive industry experience, Julie focuses on customer relations and business operations while maintaining family values in daily operations.
Justin May
Owner
Co-owner managing business strategy and team leadership, Justin ensures the company maintains its reputation for quality service while expanding its service offerings.
Randy
Goldsmith
Award-winning master goldsmith with 37 years of experience specializing in complex repairs and custom designs, recognized for exceptional craftsmanship in jewelry restoration.
AJ
Goldsmith
Award-winning custom design expert with expertise in transforming client visions into unique jewelry pieces using advanced fabrication techniques.
Eric
Goldsmith
Bloomington-based goldsmith combining artistic sculpture skills with jewelry craftsmanship to deliver custom designs and efficient repair services.
Questions
What jewelry services do you offer?
We provide engagement rings, wedding bands, custom design, jewelry repair, appraisals, permanent jewelry, and estate jewelry evaluations.
Do you have financing options?
Yes, we offer 12-month special financing with approved credit for all jewelry purchases.
Are your appraisals insurance-approved?
Yes, our AGS-accredited laboratory provides official appraisals accepted by insurance providers for coverage documentation.
Can you repair jewelry purchased elsewhere?
Yes, our six full-time jewelers service all jewelry regardless of original purchase location.
What warranty protection do you provide?
We offer a lifetime limited warranty covering craftsmanship and free replacement of diamonds up to 1.00 carat.
Do you offer permanent jewelry services?
Yes, we create custom welded bracelets starting at $20 per inch with various metal and design options.