In fact, we have been caring for our customers since 1957. Robert Van Drake started the business with a small storefront in West Saint Paul and an emphasis on providing uncommonly personalized service. He was the first with a Gemscope and the only one to be accepted into the prestigious American Gem Society. Today, Donna, Craig, Cathy, & Kyle Ishii and the entire staff carry on the tradition as We
st Saint Paul’s only American Gem Society member store; dedicated to proven ethics, knowledge, and consumer protection. It’s a refreshing approach that Van Drake Jewelers customers have come to appreciate. At Van Drake Jewelers, because we are more than jewelry, you can expect advice about your purchase that you may not get elsewhere. When you’re looking for that special something for an anniversary, birthday, engagement, graduation, baby’s birth or just because; you want thoughtful advice and suggestions from people who know what is appropriate for the occasion. Advice from people with experience. The professionals at Van Drake Jewelers have long understood that the value of a gift is determined by the person receiving it and not by the price. That’s why you may be surprised when the perfect gift for your occasion isn’t necessarily the most expensive. Any store can sell you what they’d like you to have; Van Drake Jewelers concentrates on helping you select something special. Life is full of celebrations and Van Drake Jewelers can help you make all of them special. We have the perfect gift for all occasions: engagements, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, birthdays and babies births. And for your special someone we have the much appreciated “just because” gifts. Van Drake Jewelers carries a wide array of selections in many categories, from fine jewelry for extra special occasions to choices for everyday events. Look for unique and special loose gemstones, rings and settings, earrings, necklaces and pendants, bracelets, and watches. For your most unique and personalized ideas we can custom design and make you a one of a kind treasure. Van Drake Jewelers is also pleased to offer appraisals of any jewelry you currently own performed by an American Gem Society Registered Jeweler. What does this mean? It’s a promise of professional, personalized service, advice and attention to detail you won’t find in other stores. It’s a guarantee that we’ll work with you to determine what gift is appropriate for your occasion and for the person receiving it. It’s an old-fashioned handshake that we’ll stand by what we’ve sold and gladly exchange it or refund your money if you’re not satisfied. A simple statement. But it conveys so much about a place. So much about how a place feels. How you’ll be treated when you’re there. The pride in craftsmanship. And the strict attention to customer service you can always expect – both during the purchase and long after the sale is complete.
