Charleston's cobblestones and church steeples get the attention, but the city's independent jewelers are just as worth a visit. Many are clustered around King Street and the Historic City Market, making it easy to browse several shops during one downtown outing. This shortlist covers 10 independent jewelry stores, from estate and vintage finds to custom designs, handmade pieces, fine gold and gift-friendly jewelry. Some are traditional fine jewelers, while others have a more boutique or studio feel. I grouped the shops by area so you can plan your stops without zigzagging across town. Addresses and store details were checked against business websites where available. Hours can change, so check directly with each shop before setting out. Quick Overview # Store Area Best For Good to Know 1 Croghan's Jewel Box King Street Fine and estate jewelry A Charleston jewelry institution dating to 1907 2 Joint Venture Estate Jewelers King Street Estate and vintage jewelry Al...
Providence packs an unusual amount of craft into a small city. Between its design-school energy, its history as a jewelry-making hub and a handful of charming shopping streets, you can go from a custom engagement ring consult to an artisan studio visit in a single afternoon, and many of the stops are walkable from one another. I went looking for the independent jewelers that give the city its shine. These ten are the shops I'd point a friend to: no mall chains, no big-box stores, just independent jewelers, makers, galleries and boutiques. The mix covers custom engagement and wedding rings, estate pieces, handmade silver, everyday gold and gift-worthy finds, so there's something whether you're shopping for a milestone or just because. I've grouped the shops by neighborhood in the tips below so you can plan a walk, and none of them paid to be included. The Quick Overview table is up next. Quick Overview: 10 Providence Jewelers at a Glance # Store Neighborh...