Cornell's Jewellers
12-14 Gabriel's Hill, Maidstone ME15 6JG, United Kingdom
4.9
22 reviews
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7GFF+99 Maidstone, United Kingdom
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Monday: 9–16
Tuesday: 9–16
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Thursday: 9–16
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Saturday: 9–16
Sunday: Close
Tuesday: 9–16
Wedneasday: 9–16
Thursday: 9–16
Friday: 9–16
Saturday: 9–16
Sunday: Close
I visited all the large high street chains and had varying experiences, including two excellent experiences. I had not lived in Maidstone for a couple of years and I had forgotten about Cornell & Sons (as most of my preparation shopping had been done online where the high street stores have a big presence).
Most (maybe all) of the GIA Certified Diamonds I had seen so far in the UK were Colour i (slightly tinted white) and Clarity i1 (P1) or i2 (P2).
I saw that Cornell & Sons had a Diamond Ring that was the identical style I had been looking for, and at, in other Jewelers. This was not a great surprise as I was looking for a very classic style ring. What was a welcome surprise was that they had higher grade diamonds available.
I was able to purchase the exact style of ring I had wanted with a Colour G (Rare White) and Clarity Si1 Diamond for around 300 GBP less than I had seen (for the inferior diamonds in other shops) in one high street shop and almost 500 GBP less than I had seen in a second high street shop.
I was over the moon. Exact style, better colour, better quality and better price. Thank you very much.
They did have to resize the ring for me, which they did quickly. I have looked as hard as I can and it is impossible to see where the join is. Apparently they use a laser to cut it, which I did not know.
Everyone there was very friendly, polite professional and experts in their field. I am sure we will be a customer of theirs for life.
last traditional shop in this town