Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Family-Owned Jewelry Store in Houston
Established in 1950 by Holocaust survivors Helen Colin and her husband, our family-owned business has served Houston for three generations. We specialize in hand-selected fine jewelry, custom designs, and expert repair services, maintaining a legacy of trust and respect. Our team personally oversees every piece, offering personalized solutions for engagement rings, gemstone restoration, and corporate gifts.With free appraisals and competitive consignment evaluations, we prioritize customer satisfaction through transparent service and exceptional craftsmanship. The family remains actively involved, ensuring each client's unique needs are met with the same dedication that founded our business.
Services
Engagement Rings
Custom Jewelry
Gemstones
Jewelry Repair
Appraisals
Corporate Gifts
Consignment Services
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer three generations of family expertise in fine jewelry since 1950
- Our experts provide free appraisals with every jewelry purchase
- We specialize in custom jewelry design and gemstone restoration
- Our team delivers personalized service with on-site family members
- We guarantee competitive pricing for consignment evaluations
Services
Engagement Rings
We specialize in creating perfect engagement rings through expert consultation on cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Our collection features diverse styles with customization options for settings and matching wedding bands. The family's three-generation expertise ensures exceptional quality and personalized service for this significant purchase.
Custom Jewelry
Our designers transform concepts into unique jewelry pieces from initial sketches to finished products. We repurpose heirloom jewelry into modern designs while maintaining sentimental value. The process includes material selection, CAD modeling, and hand-finishing techniques that reflect our commitment to quality craftsmanship since 1950.
Gemstones
We offer loose colored gemstones and create custom jewelry featuring sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and rare specialty stones. Our restoration services include recutting, repolishing, and replacing damaged stones. Each gemstone selection receives expert consultation about quality characteristics and setting options for maximum durability.
Jewelry Repair
Our master jewelers perform precise repairs while customers observe the evaluation process. Services include prong replacement, chain soldering, stone setting, and antique restoration. We provide transparent cost estimates and timelines, with complimentary assessments for determining repair feasibility.
Appraisals
We offer accurate insurance appraisals with documentation of jewelry characteristics and current market values. This service is complimentary for purchased items and available at competitive rates for external pieces. Our evaluations follow industry standards for insurance coverage and estate planning purposes.
People
Muriel Meicler
Third-generation family member actively involved in daily operations and customer service at The Jewel Box since 1950. Provides personalized attention to client needs while maintaining the business's founding values.
Michele Meicler
Family member continuing the legacy of trust and quality in Houston's jewelry industry. Works directly with clients to ensure exceptional service experiences while upholding the business's three-generation heritage.
Questions
What jewelry services do you offer?
We provide engagement rings, custom jewelry design, gemstone selection, jewelry repair, appraisals, and corporate gift services with personalized attention since 1950.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (713) 797-9700 during business hours Monday-Friday 10am-4pm or request an appointment through our website for personalized service.
Do you repair existing jewelry?
Yes, our expert jewelers perform all types of jewelry repairs with transparent cost estimates. Bring any piece for a free assessment of repair possibilities.
Are appraisals included with purchases?
Yes, we provide complimentary insurance appraisals for all jewelry purchased at The Jewel Box, with competitive rates for external item evaluations.
Can you create custom designs?
Our designers transform your concepts into unique jewelry pieces using traditional techniques and modern technology, with complete customization from sketches to finished product.
How do you handle consignment items?
We offer fair market pricing with immediate purchase options. Schedule a private evaluation appointment to discuss your jewelry's potential value and consignment process.
