About Berkeley Gems

 

Our Story: From Ancient Silk Road Trails to the Digital Frontier

My great-great-grandfather navigated the Silk Road under Takla Makan stars, his camels laden with jade; generations later, I came to Berkeley, armed not with camels, but with gemological expertise and a vision. Seeing friends and classmates stretch their budgets for engagement rings, witnessing how opaque pricing could complicate love stories – it sparked my mission rooted in five generations of gemstone heritage.

Why should finding the perfect, meaningful piece be so complicated and costly?

This question became the cornerstone of Berkeley Gems. We blend our family's deep knowledge of sourcing with today's technology to offer something different: exceptional quality, transparent value, and a more personal connection to the jewels that mark your life's most important moments.

Our Mission

With Berkeley Gems, our mission is to bring transparency to the jewelry industry, and provide students and professionals with the highest quality gems at palatable prices. We believe everyone deserves access to meaningful jewelry without compromise, and we are dedicated to making that possible.

Transparency, Artistry, Unmatched Value

• Direct From the Source, Directly to You:
  We've cut through the traditional maze of dealers. Our family’s century-old relationships reach from the world's finest mines directly to you, eliminating layers of markups. This means:
  
  • Exceptional diamonds at prices significantly lower than traditional luxury retailers (often over 50% less).
  • Access to rare treasures,, typically seen only at exclusive auctions, offered at remarkable value.
  • Discover unique finds in our new arrivals, featuring gems like vibrant Paraiba tourmalines or untreated Colombian emeralds.
• Design Beyond Convention: Our studio is a hub where unique talents converge: legacy artisans, forward-thinking designers, and material science experts.
  
  • Explore our cultural collections, where timeless techniques meet contemporary aesthetics.
  • Co-create Your Vision: Share your story, and let us craft design concepts exclusively for you.

Our Commitment: Beauty That Gives Back

By focusing on a smarter online model, we invest where it counts:

• Supporting education initiatives in mining communities.
• Offsetting the carbon footprint associated with our diamonds.
• Maintaining a fund to assist clients facing unexpected hardships.
  

Choosing Berkeley Gems is about more than acquiring beautiful jewelry. It's about choosing transparency, ethical practices, and a more personal connection. You're joining a community that values both enduring beauty and mindful sourcing.

Our Global Impact

We're proud that serendipity, love, and good fortune have already connected us with customers across 16 countries worldwide. Each piece we create is a testament to our commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and ethical practices.

Enrich Your Journey:

• Alumni Connections: Let us know your alma mater for special access and discount codes.
• Share with Us Your Story: Get personalized designs based on your story

We are more than just an online jeweler— Berkeley Gems combines generations of expertise with modern transparency, offering unparalleled quality, value, and a personal approach to finding jewelry as unique as your story.

Commission your heirloom with Berkeley Gems today.