Holts Gems Reviews 241

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Evaluating 47 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness, expertise, and personalized approach, making the process of choosing or designing jewelry enjoyable and stress-free. Many highlight the exceptional quality of the products, with pieces described as perfect, beautiful, and outstanding in design and craftsmanship. The service is frequently noted for being professional, efficient, and attentive, often exceeding expectations and delivering custom items within tight deadlines. Reviewers appreciate the smooth user experience, feeling well-advised and never pressured to make a purchase, which contributes to a highly recommended overall experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been using Holts for over 20 years and they never fail, my recent piece was for my wife's 60th, a natural pink diamond, that was affordable and work with the design I had in mind, Alicja's pat... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Caitlin was incredible in helping us find the perfect ring. Before our appointment, she curated a selection of stunning diamonds for us to view. I’ve realised that seeing the stones in person is ess... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Holts have been fabulous to work with from start to finish. Understanding my requirements and budget, sourcing the best stone for me I had asked a zillion questions, dithered, emailed for clar... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The levels of patience and expertise made the process of choosing an engagement ring exactly what I'd hoped for. Holts carefully listened and acted on my preferences but added valuable and appropriate... See more

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Company details

  1. Jeweler
  2. Jewelry Designer
  3. Jewellery Manufacturer
  4. Jewelry Store

Written by the company

Based in London's Hatton Garden, Holts Gems are a second generation family business, specialising in bespoke engagement rings, fine jewellery, loose gemstones and bespoke jewellery design. We offer one of the largest collections of precious and semi-precious gemstones in the UK. Our team of highly trained Lapidaries are happy to fashion your gemstone into any shape according to your requirement as well as repairing or re-polishing a gemstone to its original condition. We also offer pearl and bead re-stringing, gemstone testing and jewellery valuation services. Since its opening in 1948, Holts Gems has come to symbolise the highest degree of expertise and integrity within the jewellery and gemstone trade. Holts Gems is proud to have been recognised for its exceptional standards of service, and consequently honoured with a number of awards, including the Luxury Business accolade at the Family Business of the Year 2014 and the Independent Retailer of the Year at the Retail Jeweller awards.


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5.0

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

241 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

Everyone I came into contact with at Holts was incredibly helpful and I couldn’t be happier with the service they provided. Marianne in particular was a pleasure to work with and went above and beyond, taking the time to explain to me everything about buying my first diamond.

16 November 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Adam,

Thank you very much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and I am so pleased we were able to help you with your bespoke ring.

My warmest regards,

Marianne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service, knowledge & advice

Before committing to a ring with Alicja and her team (Amy), I consulted a few different specialists around Hatton Garden. I found their approach at Holts Gems to be welcoming and informative as well as being able to offer the appropriate expert advice when it was needed most. Each stage of the process of designing the ring was done with utmost care and availability of options to suit my requirements so I felt like I was able to create exactly what I wanted but at the same time knowing that the team would guide me when I needed it.

15 November 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Alfie,
Thank you for your lovely review and congratulations on your engagment! We very much enjoyed working on your special ring and helping you select the perfect gems.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Experience

We chose Holts because they have such a brilliant selection of coloured sapphires. Marianne carefully shortlisted such beautiful stones for me it was almost impossible to choose. She was helpful and friendly, and never pushy. I love my ring. I can't stop staring at it! With Holts, you feel like you are paying for expertise, quality and choice, not a flashy showroom or brand. Authentic Hatton Garden experience.

8 November 2021
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful ring and excellent service

The ring is absolutely beautiful and exactly what I wanted. The team at Holts were very knowledgeable, kind and helpful and I felt the entire experience was very smooth. They also responded to my emails extremely quickly which was great. Thanks to Amy, Alicja, Claire and Marianne for all your help - I really appreciate it.

Best wishes,

Daniel

29 October 2021
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bespoke Engagement Ring

The process from start to finish was amazing, very helpful and flexible appointments around my work. The choice of gemstones was amazing. Sketches and computer designs along the way really helped

My fiancee loves the ring and we are both very happy, we will be back for our wedding rings!

5 October 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Tom,

Thank you for your lovely words. It means a lot to us that our clients are happy with the final piece of jewellery.
We look forward to seeing you in the future.

Best regards,

Claire

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from beginning to end.

Excellent service from beginning to end.

We had a bespoke ring commissioned for a special birthday and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome and also the process.

Highly recommended

4 October 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Many Thanks for your lovely review.
It has been a pleaseure working on your commision.
We look forward to seeing you in the future.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I found the staff extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The entire experience of choosing the right stone and ring was extremely enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Holts Gems for their expertise and customer service.

25 September 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you for your lovely review. We very much enjoyed woking with you and we wish you all the very best.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly reccomend

This is the second time we've used Holts and have found their service fantastic. Really helpful, great guidance, friendly and my wife loves both the engagement ring and her diamond ring bought for her birthday. Really pleased.

17 September 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Many thanks for your lovely review, it has been a pleaseure!
I look forward to working with you in the future.

My warmest regrds,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Expert friendly service

Knowledgable, enthusiastic, and so friendly, Alicja and the team helped us find the design and setting of engagement ring we wanted and went above and beyond to source the perfect centrepiece diamond for us! Their commitment and expertise was a unique and refreshing experience in comparison to other shops we visited in Hatton Garden. They also very kindly cleaned and mended another ring I have had for years free of charge. We absolutely love our engagement ring and would highly recommend Holt’s Gems to anyone looking for a top quality and friendly service by a team who really care about creating the perfect piece for you :)

21 August 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you very much for your lovely review.
We hope you will enjoy wearing your ring for many years to come and please feel free to bring it into us for complementary repolishing before the wedding.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An excellent experience designing a…

An excellent experience designing a special necklace for our 25th anniversary. They were very helpful and collaborative, open to suggestions, and checking design elements with us at every step. A very meticulous process. A beautiful and well crafted piece was made, adjusted to fit exactly as we wanted. It was a pleasure to work with them and we love the necklace!

20 August 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you for your lovely review.
It has been a pleasure working on your very special pieces.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful and friendly staff that…

Really helpful and friendly staff that were able to design the perfect ring for me and in a really short space of time. Thank you!

20 August 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Hi Luke,

Thank you for your lovely review.

My warmest wishes,

Marianne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marianne and team were a delight to…

Marianne and team were a delight to deal with when selecting the perfect engagement ring for my now Fiancé! Professional and helpful always, with discreet communications through out, so the surprise wasn't spoilt. I'd highly recommend to anyone.

10 August 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Ross,

Many thanks for your kind review.
It was a pleasure to work with you!

My very best wishes,

Marianne and the Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service and advice.

Excellent Service and advice.
Having visited a number of jewellery stores in Hatton Garden we found our experience at Holts to be a refreshing experience. Alicja's knowledge, experience and advice were so helpful in finding the perfect stones and creating our engagement ring. We were after a specific cut of diamond which the team at Holts sourced for us. Alicja made the whole process seamless and we wouldn't hesitate in recommending the Holts team to anyone.

5 August 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you for your lovely review.
It has been a pleasure working on your beautiful ring and I hope you will both enjoy it for many years to come.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing!

Amazing, from start to finish, a pleasure working with the team and a nice environment when shopping for the perfect engagement ring!

17 July 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Dave,
Thank you for your review and kind words. We loved working with you on your special engagement ring!
Warm regards,
The Holts Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Engagement Ring Purchase

Holts were very welcoming, professional and provided great knowledge. Their deep interest in diamonds is clear and it is quite reassuring that you are buying good quality. Marianne was a really nice person, and I had the pleasure of her assistance in finding the perfect engagement ring.

14 July 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Ryan,
Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely review. It was a pleasure to work with you. If you need anything else in the future, I would happy to help.
Warm regards,
Marianne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a great place

This is a great place, a lovely selection and a very personal customer service. Highly recommended.

13 July 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you for your words and taking the time to review us!
Warm regards,
Marianne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Jewelers

Holts were fantastic in building my engagement ring. I had a custom cut stone that I wanted set and Marianne and the team were hugely helpful in finding the right settings to my specific requirements. Would 100% recommend you speak to them if you are in the market for jewelry

12 July 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Dear Jonathan,
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you on your bespoke design!
Warm regards,
Marianne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Knowledgable team - would 100% recommend!

I was originally looking for an emerald ring as a gift for my girlfriend, however the extremely knowledgable team at Holts Gems guided me towards looking at Garnets. I didn't know much about gems and have very limited jewellery knowledge, but the team were so kind and helpful in advising me every step of the way without being patronising or making it intimidating. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to buy jewellery to take a look at Holts Gems. Fantastic service, lovely team, and I now have a very happy girlfriend!

11 June 2021
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was our first visit to Holt's

It was our first visit to Holt's. The staff were very friendly and informative, without pushing for a sale. A very nice experience and we'd definitely return.

2 June 2021
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Reply from Holts Gems

Thank you for your lovely message.
It has been a pleasure meeting you both and we will be thrilled to assist you in the future.

My warmest regards,

Alicja

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