Sea of Silver

Owner was super kind and helpful. Bought a very nice chain and pendant, and my friend bought some jewelry as well. The owner was very knowledgeable on all the jewelry he had, he even has jewelry he handmade himself, and offers to modify the jewelry you buy to any specific size. The best thing I brought home with me from my trip to LA is certainly the jewelry I bought here, and I definitely recommend this place to anyone for all of their jewelry needs.

Such a beautiful store and history of being in Santa Monica and thriving. I went in to get assistance with untangling a necklace and Michael was beyond patient and kind in helping me! I highly suggest this artistic small business in the Santa Monica Place and hope people keep supporting the Sea of Silver!!!

I’ve been here two times. One time 3 years ago when I was visiting home from college and another when I moved back.

Just an overall great experience! The owner is very patient, kind, and helpful. For someone who likes to try on everything before buying, he was very patient and even recommended what looked better for me. I’ll most likely come here for any jewelry in the future even though it’s out of my way.

Let me start off by saying that I have been looking EVERYWHERE for a cuff bracelet for men and have been unable to find any I liked. I stumbled across this store while shopping at 3rd St Promenade and was extremely glad I was finally able to find something I really liked. The owner, was very helpful, not pushy at all and most of all, welcoming! I HIGHLY recommend shopping here and would definitely come back to purchase again.

I bought a hand-made ring at the downtown jewelry district and wanted to swap out the center stone without making the trek through L.A. traffic. When my search for a jewelry repair shop in Santa Monica began, I braced myself because I feared that the prices by the beach would be high like the gas prices. So I wanted to find a small, family owned business--something that's been around forever in one of those old, 1940s constructed strip malls where rent is cheap and savings get passed onto customers. That's what I found in Sea of Silver, minus the 1940s strip mall.

Perusing Google Maps, I called several stores that fit the bill of what I envisioned but the jeweler seemed brash and/or rushed, shaking my enthusiasm for the process ahead of me. When I called Michael from Sea of Silver I had a different experience. The quality and caring nature of his voice as he explained things instantly made me want to do business with him. He offered me a very reasonable quote and I didn't make another phone call once I hung up.

Now, Sea of Silver had just been the next row in my Google search results so I was surprised when Michael directed me to his shop at the Santa Monica mall above Nordstroms. I thought that someone so kind and caring wouldn't have a store in such a prime, high-end location. The price he gave me didn't match the mall stereotype. My expectation was proven wrong in a very positive way.

To make the rest of my story short, I had one of the best times kibitzing (Yiddish term for bantering) with Michael and his wife as we became instant friends. My ring turned out beautifully. I ended up getting it engraved and Michael went the extra mile to polish and shine it up. When I got it back it looked like an entirely different (and better) ring than the one I initially brought to him. I couldn't stop staring at it.

Being a business owner myself, I can tell you that Michael is a man of integrity and Sea of Silver does very well for itself. It's clear that they attract so many repeat customers that they don't feel pressured to price gouge any particular customer to make rent like some jewelers do. I can sense that it took them a long time to build up their reputation and make it big, and that's why they're able to offer the prices they do--they play for the long haul.

Michael also has a heart of gold. His follow up to confirm things, like the date I needed the ring back for my engagement, was impeccable. And he even followed up after the engagement to see how it went! Funny enough I had already sent him the pictures via the sea of Silver Facebook the night before - which he hadn't yet checked that day - so we were both on each others' minds!

Not to mention, he is one of those people who won't rest until the job is done right by his standards, which are higher than my own. Working with Michael felt like having a jeweler in the family. And now he's my go-to guy. If you would've told me several weeks ago that my favorite jeweler would be one in the Santa Monica mall I would've scoffed (mistakenly thinking they'd be like Zales). But Michael's family business is one of a kind and their location is just proof that great work gets rewarded with lots of return customers and 5 star reviews.

I'd even go as far to say that Michael is the best jeweler not only in Santa Monica but also the downtown jewelry district (where he doesn't even have a location). Seriously, I spent an entire day going into the jewelry mart downtown and canvassing the adjacent shops. Downtown's overrated. Sea of Silver is where it's at. But, for me personally, Michael and his wife make me feel like I'm in a Sea of Gold. :]

P.S. the custom pieces featuring Roman gold are truly as amazing as they are awe inspiring--like wearing historical artifacts that double as high fashion. I've never seen anything like them. They're on my list for a future holiday present to my fiancé once I rebound from wedding costs!

I love coming to this store. The people here are so helpful and always give the best gift recommendations for my wife. My wife loves their jewelry selections. We always come here and will continue coming here. Great selection, great pricing, excellent customer service, Highly recommended.

I Enjoy shopping for Jewelry. Bea and Mike were always outstanding in assistance with my Jewelry repairs and purchase. Great bargain to be received just ask Bea and Mike about today's Bargins. I give Five Stars to this awesome Jewelry Store and to Mike and Bea. P.S. I hope Mike and Bea read my review and sing to me Happy Birthday today. Pro Se of Santa Monica endorsement.

Sea of Silver has a great selection of Sterling Silver jewelry, plain, or with gemstones or crystals. There are American Indian pieces which are beautiful and intricate, Roman Glass which is amazing, and handmade jewelry from Israel. Come by and you're sure to find something great!

Best jewelry in town. Very unique has stuff from all around the world. Does great repairs as well! Best deals can't pass up this place.

Got flash married and this shop was the best. Tried finding rings at a bunch of places, but no where else had such an eclectic, interesting selection or such friendly prices. Thank you again!

I traveled to LA for a school trip and my friends and I were walking around kinda bored and i saw this place and thought oh i made jewelry in one of my classes and thought maybe ill take a look, i walk in and he guy was very welcoming, never was pushy gave me a great deal on one of the rings but i had to refuse cause i didn't have that kind of cash in my pocket at the time so i said bye and i was happy just to even talk to the guy

Great selection of beautiful jewelry at great prices. Friendly service, love shopping here. Awesome location!

A great selection of items, very helpful owner, great service! Would definitely visit again next time when I travel there! Thanks very much!

Nice guy, came in for help with my watch and got it done really quickly. Little pricy tho

Mike is the best. Love my silver bracelet!! Thank you.

Cool guy really friendly

Nice shop specializing in silver jewelry. The do repairs here too

Went to get my watch sized and remove two links. Guy recommended to take two links out and i said great and then he said add battery since it was dead. He then said it would be $70 and that I would have to leave it and he would call me when ready. That was crazy but I was already there. I later googled more info and it’s $5-$10 to remove a links and $20 max for a battery for watches. He made me take a photo of my watch before he kept it. Never heard from him, went back a week later. I asked why he didn’t call me he said “oh no one called you” knowing he’s the only one there……. Then I put it on and he said it fit and he said he charged the battery not even replaced the battery which was crazier to me. I left. Later on I saw the watch had the wrong time and wrong date. I couldn’t fix it because the clasp on the right is stuck….I cant change the time. I went back and he lied to me and said that Rolex watches always have the wrong time and that you just have to wear and it will adjust automatically. Mind you the watch is fake not even real so It works like a regular cheap watch not a Rolex. I Paid $50 for it AND I called Rolex store to confirm his story and they said that’s not true, you don’t buy a watch to have the wrong time. I wouldn’t recommend this location. I didn’t like the service, nor the repair, nor the over price.

Owner sold me a ring for $180 was originally marked $320 & he stated this was a handmade ring from Israel. He even stated, "I want you to have something from Israel it's Hanukkah right now." After a Google Image Search I saw it on eBay for $35.

Bought a $100 ring with a stone on it, the stone broke appart less than 1 week later.