Gilt Vintage and Artisan Jewelry

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Local(503) 226-0629

720 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

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Gilt Vintage and Artisan Jewelry
Local(503) 226-0629

720 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

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Message From Gilt Vintage and Artisan Jewelry

Vintage jewelry, estate engagement rings, and artisan creations

  • Unique Engagement Rings
  • Local Artisan Jewelry
  • Fine Vintage Costume Jewelry

We take our business very seriously and always guarantee our customers that any ring purchased from us will appraise at a GIA certified Gem Lab for more than they paid for it (within 30 days of the sale) or we will happily refund the full purchase price. Customer happiness is most important to us.

Expert Reviews of Gilt Vintage and Artisan Jewelry

Citysearch | Jewelry store on Northwest "Trendy-third" offers a sprinkling of diamonds, a dash of history.

Because it deals solely in vintage jewelry, Gilt has established itself as the place to go for couples who want to represent their love with something a little less mainstream. All rings date from Victorian...
citysearch.com - expert review - 08/07/2006
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User Reviews of Gilt Vintage and Artisan Jewelry

Amazing Antique Jewelry

Gilt has the best antique pieces I've seen around. I stopped by the other day just to look around, but as always looking around turned into much more than that, anyway the staff was amazing. They were...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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A great place to find a wedding ring

My wife and I have been to Gilt about a half dozen times in the past year (we were shopping for a wedding ring) and each time we were warmly received. During our first visit, we let the salesperson know that...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Daisy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Loved it. We are vintage snobs.
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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First Time Experiencing Racism in a Retail Shop

My visiting dad and I stopped by Gilt 3 weeks ago to look at antique wedding bands to go with my antique engagement ring. The small store had 8-10 people there, yet both my father (who is West Indian) and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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Best place for engagement rings!

While my fiance and I were searching for the perfect engagement ring a friend recommended we stop by Gilt. One Saturday we decided to go in and check it out- and I am so happy we did! I wanted something...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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specially selected pieces-helpful and non pushy staff

Had a great time in this beautiful shop. Very fun and beautiful jewelry. I will be back here often, prices seem appropriate.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by heather r.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have had nothing but good experiences with Gilt, buying local contemporary jewelry upstairs, vintage costume jewelry downstairs and, finally, I got my engagement ring at Gilt. I knew I wanted…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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Beautful selection, wonderful staff

My fiance and visited Guilt during our search for our wedding bands. I had heard such positive reviews here and I love vintage jewelry so we decided to visit. The staff was immediately accommodating and showed...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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My dream engagement ring from a lovely local gem!

I've been a fan of Gilt for nearly 10 years...even back in high school. Everyone there has always been so welcoming and down to earth, over the years they have become my favorite place for unique treasures. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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It's "gilt" free shopping in every imaginable way.

The owner Paula and the girls Jesse and Carley are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and are never pushy. They have a large selection but will help you find the piece that's perfect for you, with a quality...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Ripped Off

I bought some vintage hair clips at Gilt and was so thrilled, although they were about thirty dollars a pair! My initial happiness was ruined when I bought several lots of the same EXACT vintage hair clips in...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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If you like unusual jewelry, go here.

Cute selection, and I bought a ring at half its appraised price. They also gave me a free resizing, which not everyone will do.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by H. S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Their jewelry selection is fairly conventional (downstairs, and not surprising since it's estate stuff) and fairly twee and costume jewelry-ish upstairs (this is Your Destination for rings made out of…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Best antique jewelry shop in theWest

It seems someone has written an unfavorable review about my favorite shop. They must have gone to another Gilt than the one I know and love. I have been shopping with these girls since the late nineties. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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Best vintage jewelry in Portland Oregon

I am a frequent visitor to this wonderful place after having become an eager collector of vintage jewelry mainly from the 1920's and 1930's. However, given the knowledge of the store owner , Paula, and her...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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Full Refund Wins Two Stars

My niece and her soon-to-be fiance bought a lovely "authentic" Georgian ring at Gilt. Of the six small diamonds, two turned out to be sapphires and a third was glass. The ring was not intact - the rosette had...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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THE place to go for engagement rings

What I can I say that hasn't already been said. My boyfriend and I hadn't actually done a lot of looking for engagement rings, but the looking we had done was less then thrilling. We came to Gilt this past...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Miss A.

4.0 of 5 stars. When I read the review about rings from 1793, and my boyfriend said I could pick out my own engagement ring, I knew I had to drive down from Seattle to go to Gilt. Although I didn't end up getting my…
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've never done this before.. written about a singular item from a retail establishment. But..I feel I must, because it's one of my favorite pieces. I found the most beautiful jade cicada pendant…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin O.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is the best place in town for unique, character-licious jewelry. The first floor is estate/vintage goodies, the top floor has pieces by local artists. Warning - watch out for the brides to be…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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Amazing, amazing, amazing!

We started our search for a replacement wedding ring at Gilt. When my husband saw the rings in other stores he looked and me and said, "I see what you did. You essentially took me to the Mercedes dealership...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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My life line!

When I first stepped foot in Gilt I wasn't sure what I was looking for. I knew what my wife's taste's were but little else. After a warm welcome by the wonderful women that work there I briefly explained to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Paula is a Gem

Gilt owner Paula is amazing, knowledgeable and willing to tell you the history of a jewelry piece. She has invested her heart and soul in this store and it shows when her face lights up as you enter Gilt....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Rare finds

I was really getting overwhelmed looking for an engagement ring for my fiance. Apart from struggling with the ethics of buying new diamonds, the cost of engagement rings and the impersonal horrors of many...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mimi S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Danger Will Robinson! Hide your wallet. This place is the perfect place to blow a whole paycheck on exquisite antique/exotic/estate jewelry. Upstairs is the trendy newer stuff made by locals. Simply…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate F.

4.0 of 5 stars. I loves me some estate jewelry. My engagement ring, which I picked out myself, is about 70 years old, so I have invested some dough into the stuff. But oh my word, Gilt is a bit overwhelming. I…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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Great Finds, Great Service

I love Gilt; they have a great variety of antique jewelry available when you are sick of all the cookie cutter jewelry at more mainstream outlets. The variety isn't just limited to the style but also the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mel r.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those places that I wish I had more money. So that being said, once I am wealthy, I'll be dropping bank rolls here. They mainly deal with estate jewelry; meaning: vintage goods. Ding…
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Courtney D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Jewelry with a past I love to wear unique jewelry and if it was given to me by someone close to me, the sentimentality adds even more meaning. I guess it's because I love gifts that have a story. This…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Krista T.

5.0 of 5 stars. A veritable candy land for the jewelry lover!! This lovely boutique has vintage wares such as engagement rings and costume jewelry that is clearly carefully selected for the store. They also carry new…
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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Amazing Selection, Incredible Customer Service

I was searching for the perfect necklace to compliment my wedding dress, and I stopped by Gilt to see if they had anything appropriate. Jessie took down my name and number, and called me within a week with...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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Great ambiance—Great product—Great people

This store is a real treasure-chest for many tastes. You will find simple and small or large and ornate—all under one roof. It is like walking through a life size jewelry box crossed with your best friend's...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Amazing jewelry with fabulous customer service

Gilt is one of my favorite stores. Paula, the owner, purchases the most unique amazing jewelry. My husband isn't a fan of shopping but ever since discovering Gilt is actually enjoys it. He has purchased a few...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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Beautiful, one of a kind jewelry.

I am in love with this store! Gilt is one of the few places in town that always has a good selection of vintage diamond rings. Several years ago I was able to find a beautiful 1930's diamond ring which I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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Love It!

I have been shopping at Gilt for many many years and absolutely LOVE it!! The store is filled with amazing jewelry. Whether you want vintage or newly handmade. The engagement/diamond ring section is insanely...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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small selection, no service

I liked all the good feedback I saw on the reviews about Gilt. Definitely not worth the hype. The store is so small, there are not very many pieces to choose from. I was pretty much ignored while looking. Even...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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Great place for local designers!

I love this store! The girls who work there are so helpful and know their stuff. They have an amazing collection including local designers and I always find something I need. This is the best place for jewelry...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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Gilt Dazzles

My wife and I are ardent supporters of this shop. They have a wonderful collection of jewelry. My wife is a particular fan of their inexhaustable supply of Turkish rings. The owner is a sweetheart and everyone...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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Best Place to Buy Unique Jewelry

I would really recommend anyone who is looking for an engagement ring to stop here. My boyfriend (now my husband) and I had arguements about what kind of ring to get. I wanted something simple and he wanted...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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Fantastic!!

My husband and I bought my engagement ring and band at Gilt over 2 years ago and are still so thrilled with the purchase! We got an awesome deal...even though the set was one of the most expensive in the case...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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The Perfect Ring

My engagement ring is an amazing piece from Gilt. It is unique and was a fantastic buy. For the price of an "off the rack" ring, I ended up with a unique, antique ring with a beautiful diamond. Paula was a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2005
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No pressure.

My fiance and I went into Gilt to look at engagement rings. We have been looking around for months and most of the stores we went to made us feel pressured and uncomfortable. Not Gilt! The girl who helped us...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2005
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Perfection!

I happened upon Gilt about 6 years ago while strolling on NW 23rd Ave. Since then, I visit Gilt about once a month. Paula helps me purchase jewelry from her incredible selection for investment purposes. Paula...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/19/2003
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The coolest store in town!

Wow! Was I impressed when I happened upon this store. The owner was so educated about antique jewelry and it's place in history that I found myself not wanting to leave. Her selection is incredible, from...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/02/2003
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A Gem of a Jewelry Store!!!

I can't remember a time or a place where I have received better customer service! The ladies who work in this shop will bend over backwards to make their customers happy and satisfied. I purchased an...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/02/2003
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a jewel of a store

My partner and I first encountered Gilt in our search for unique rings - we have since purchased an engagement ring and our wedding rings here, and we return whenever we are seeking any kind of unique jewelry....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2003
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lovely!

one of my favorite jewelry/vintage places to shop. a wonderful array of glittery, shimmery, unique pieces that would make any girl smitten. The owner herself is a jewel, incredibly helpful and friendly.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2002
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What more could you want

A long time customer, I keep returning because the owner knows so much about vintage and antique jewelry. I get an education with each purchase. Quality is outstanding, value is great, service is friendly and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2002
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Fabulous Jewerly & Service

My Husband and I visited "Gilt" to choose a beautiful wedding set after the shop was recommend by a girlfriend (she bought a great pin for her mother and was thrilled with it) - All I can say is through her...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2002
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You won't find it anywhere else!

I've been shopping at Gilt for years, and always find an amazing array of old and fascinating jewelry at all price levels. The owner has a great eye for design, and you can be sure she's not going to let you...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2002
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Easily The Hottest Shop in Portland

Visiting from New York City, I was delighted to happen upon Gilt, a creative, innovative oasis in a town full of hemp and tie-dye. Paula runs an incredible shop. She has culled some of the hippest artists from...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2002
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The Thinking Woman's Jewelry Boutique

Every time I visit Gilt I come away happy,with not only a beautiful antique piece of jewelry for which I paid a flabbergastingly reasonable sum ,but also a truckload of interesting anecdotes and information...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2002
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