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Jewelers Exchange Building
With over 100 jewelers, this historic building is the first stop for many would-be grooms. Some jewelers have retail space on the 1st floor; other less conspicuous artisans work upstairs. If you're overwhelmed by too many options, go to BRAG on the 2nd floor. The Zargarian family has been designing and crafting the sparkly stuff for seven generations.
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Sooki
Sooki's wide-ranging product line is hard to categorize. Distinctive fashions in bold colors. Chunky, funky jewelry and sleek Italian leather goods. Luxurious throws and pillows; interesting, exotic glassware. And this sleek boutique does not forget your four-legged friend: the all-encompassing store has decked out Boston's most fashionable dogs with its cool selection of sweaters and collars.
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Beadworks
For the creatively inclined, Beadworks has all the components for making your own jewelry. Come here for the impressive selection of shiny gemstones, hand-painted beads and other delightful charms. Avid beaders agree that much of this stuff is overpriced; so treat yourself to a rare stone or a funky bead but look elsewhere to stock up on supplies. There's another shop in Harvard Sq.
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Local Charm
These days, Quincy Market is packed with chain stores that you can find anywhere in America. Wouldn’t it be nice to experience a little local charm? This tiny jewelry boutique delivers, offering up exquisite things with sterling silver and gemstones. The jewelry is tasteful yet artful, interesting yet unique. Best of all, it’s handmade by local artisans.
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Shush Yaz Trading Company
If you can't get to Gallup , come here for fine silver and turquoise jewelry. Top artists include sculptor Cliff Fragua, painter Marvin Toddy, and many tribal basket weavers. A la the PBS TV show Antiques Roadshow, gallery experts are also willing to examine old Indian blankets, turquoise jewelry or other artifacts you bring from home.
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D'Loe House of Style
You'll know it's fabulous as soon as you catch sight of the hot-pink-and-blue exterior. It's owned by Cirque du Soleil costume designer Mario D'Loe, who hoards unique fashions from the pre-WWII era to the 1970s, including evening wear and bejeweled accessories. Brad Pitt and the Killers have been spotted modeling vintage shirts found here.
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Accents Jewelry
Pretty baubles to adorn just about every body part from ears to toes fill the glass vitrines at this friendly little store on bustling Main St. Besides owner Steven Hanna's own creations, you'll be tempted by dozens of other lines, most of them in sterling silver and many designed by his former students.
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Jewelry District
For bargain bling head to this bustling Downtown district where you can snap up watches, gold, silver and gemstones at up to 70% off retail. The mostly traditional designs are unlikely to be seen on Paris or Angelina, but the selection is unquestionably huge. Quality varies, though, so buyer beware.
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Beadazzled
Crafty types and jewelry lovers should not miss this specialty shop, which carries all things small and stringable. The selection from around the world ranges from 5¢ clay doohickeys to expensive pearls. Helpful staff will tell you how to put them together, and classes are offered on weekends.
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End of the Rainbow
Handmade jewelry, island-style clothing and sarongs, art prints and photography featuring mainly Kaua'i artists. The collection of genuine puka-shell necklaces (around US$75 to around US$200) is a far cry from cheapo fakes. The friendly proprietor makes browsers feel welcome.
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Me & Ro
If it’s in the Shore Club, it’s got to be good. Right? Join in-the-know bauble mavens (including Julia Roberts) who shop for these bracelets, rings and earrings in silver and gold, crafted with Asian accents by celebrity jewelers Robin Renzi and Michele Quan.
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Gold & Silver Pawn
As seen on the reality-TV hit series Pawn Stars, this humble-looking storefront has untold treasures inside, from Wild West shotguns and restored 1950s classic cars to vintage Vegas casino and autographed star memorabilia. Line up outside by the red-velvet rope.
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Marta's Boat
The whimsical Marta's Boat will delight 'princesses of all ages' with feminine and sexy threads from Paris, LA and New York. Distinctive lingerie and frocks shine, but jewelry and excruciatingly cute little-girl clothes also enchant. Be prepared for big-city price tags.
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Geoclassics
Geoclassics showcases minerals, fossils and gemstones in jewelry and other decorative settings. The natural beauty of the stones is enhanced by their artistic presentation. The collection of fossils – from dinosaur eggs to dragonflies – is incredible.
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Migon Faget's Boutique
The shop of a celebrated jewelry designer. Faget is a native of New Orleans and a Newcomb College alumnus whose original designs are often inspired by patterns she observes in the natural world. Animals, flowers, seashells and coral are common motifs in her work.
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Kentshire Galleries
There are three floors of 18th- and 19th-century Georgian and Regency period pieces at Kentshire, but the real must-see items are in the jewelry collection. Check out the vintage Van Cleef & Arpel's gold watches, and delicate drop-pearl Edwardian earrings.
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Moondance Jewelry Gallery
You'll be over the moon with delight at this go-to place for the latest baubles by Me & Ro, Anthony Nak, Temple St Clair and other hot jewelry artists. Marcia Cross, Arnold and Reese Witherspoon are among loyal fans of this gorgeous, gallery-like store.
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Thomas Mann Gallery I/O
The ‘I/O’ in the name stands for ‘insightful objects.’ Local craftsman Thomas Mann specializes in jewelry and sculpture. His gallery is a smorgasbord of glass and metal; the necklaces and bracelets make nice gifts.
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Fire & Ice Of Georgetown
The eye-catchers at this unique jewelry boutique are the creative pieces crafted from silver and semiprecious stones but you'll also find smaller trinkets like polished fossils perfect for your daughter to purchase with her allowance.
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Wild Iris
Just one of a growing number of galleries on the edge of Fort Seward. Outside the home is a beautiful Alaskan garden, inside a fine selection of original jewelry, silkscreen prints, cards, pastels and other local art.
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Artisans Gallery
Run as a collective, this story only carries knick-knacks and things made by local crafts people. Anything goes - scarves, frames, jewelry, handbags, paintings, stained glass bookends shaped like cats and dogs.
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Himalayan House
This place oozes positive karma, probably because the handicrafts, jewelry and clothing all come straight from Nepal and Tibet. The Tibetan ritual crafts are fun to investigate even if you are not buying.
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Designer Art & Craft Usa, Inc.
Why 'USA' is included in the name of this shop is not clear, as it carries clothing, textiles and jewelry from everywhere else. The selection of pashmina shawls and woven kilims is huge.
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Vintage Aloha
Gallery owner Melinda Morey has created an attractive space to showcase fine vintage Hawaiiana, jewelry, artsy books, home furnishings and her own vivid paintings.
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Tiffany
Itching to splash some cash on Rodeo Drive? There are worse places to do it than this famous jewelry store.
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