Business Details
Family-Owned Jewelry Store in Fort Lauderdale Since 1895
Established in 1895, Daoud's Fine Jewelry has been a family-owned institution for over a century, specializing in exceptional quality jewelry, luxury timepieces, and comprehensive services. Our fourth-generation expertise began in Atlantic City before relocating to Fort Lauderdale in 1960, where we continue to uphold traditional values while embracing modern trends. Our team of GIA-certified gemologists and skilled artisans provides personalized guidance for selecting or creating timeless pieces, from engagement rings to antique collections. We offer appraisal services, watch repairs by Swiss-trained technicians, and pearl restringing, maintaining industry-leading standards.Recognized as Florida's top jeweler through multiple awards, we guarantee conflict-free diamonds and pay premium prices for gold and precious metals. Our 6,100-square-foot showroom near Galleria Mall combines old-world charm with contemporary elegance, serving global clientele seeking both investment-grade pieces and everyday wear. With documented policies for transparent transactions and customer protection, we ensure every interaction meets our century-old reputation for excellence.
Services
Engagement Rings
Wedding Bands
Watch Repair
Appraisal Services
Pearl Restringing
Diamond Sales
Gold Buying
Custom Designs
Watch Battery Replacement
Antique Jewelry
Highlights and features
- We offer over 130 years of expertise in fine jewelry
- Our GIA-certified gemologists ensure diamond quality
- We provide comprehensive services including appraisals and watch repairs
- We pay the highest prices for gold and precious metals
- Our family-owned tradition guarantees personalized customer service
What people say
Exceptional service
Knowledgeable staff
Beautiful selection
Highest prices for gold
Perfect engagement ring
Services
Engagement Rings
Our engagement ring collection features handcrafted designs using conflict-free diamonds and premium metals. With both designer selections and custom options, our GIA-certified gemologists help clients find or create rings symbolizing eternal commitment. The service includes detailed consultations about diamond quality based on the 4Cs grading system.
Watch Repair
We offer comprehensive watch maintenance by Swiss-trained technicians, including battery replacement, band adjustments, and mechanical movement overhauls. Specializing in both modern and vintage pieces, our services maintain water resistance standards and restore functionality to luxury timepieces from various eras and brands.
Appraisal Services
Our GIA Graduate Gemologist provides insurance and estate appraisals with detailed documentation and photographic records. This service determines replacement values for insurance purposes or market values for estate settlements, following standardized grading protocols to ensure accurate, court-admissible assessments.
Pearl Restringing
Professional pearl restringing services preserve heirloom jewelry's integrity using premium materials. Our experts handle single or multi-strand necklaces and bracelets, ensuring proper knotting between pearls to prevent loss while maintaining original design aesthetics through careful thread selection.
Gold Buying
We purchase gold, silver, and platinum items including jewelry, coins, and flatware at competitive market rates. Our transparent evaluation process assesses metal purity and weight to provide immediate payment for clients seeking to convert precious metals into cash for holiday spending or new jewelry purchases.
People
Patrick Daoud
Owner
Fourth-generation jeweler continuing the family legacy established in 1895. Oversees daily operations and maintains the business's commitment to quality while adapting to modern market demands through expanded services and showroom enhancements.
Louis Daoud
Founder (Historical)
Established the Fort Lauderdale location in 1960, expanding the family business from its New Jersey origins. His vision created the foundation for the current 6,100-square-foot showroom that combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.
Questions
What jewelry services do you offer?
We provide engagement rings, wedding bands, custom designs, pearl restringing, watch repairs, appraisals, and gold buying services.
Do you buy gold and precious metals?
Yes, we purchase gold, silver, platinum jewelry, coins, and flatware at competitive market prices with immediate payment.
Are your diamonds conflict-free?
All our diamonds are guaranteed conflict-free, sourced through ethical supply chains meeting international certification standards.
Do you provide jewelry appraisals?
Yes, our GIA-certified gemologist offers insurance and estate appraisals with detailed documentation for jewelry valuation purposes.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 10:30am-5pm, closed Sundays and major holidays including Labor Day.
