We are an experience...
For more 50 years, gifts purchased from Bernardo Family jewelers have been the choice expression of love shared by families and friends throughout New Jersey.
J Michaels Jewelers is a family-owned business with deep roots in the local community. Located in the heart of downtown Berkeley Heights, our customers maintain that we are always welcoming and that our store is a wonderful place to shop. We know that purchasing a piece of jewelry is about creating a special moment in time; so with passion, integrity and personal care we work to assure an unmatched experience.
Our jewelry expertise and our ever changing selection of unique pieces is unparalleled. From classic vintage jewelry to contemporary designs from brands like Gabriel & Co., Roman and Jules and Officina Bernardi, we have plenty of options for you to find the perfect piece for your loved one. We display a selection of 14-karat, 18-karat, and platinum pieces, as well as naturally occurring colored diamonds.
No matter what momentous event you have coming up in your life, no matter which special moment you want to mark, you can trust us to guide you and stand behind your jewelry purchase.
We accept all major credit cards and offer shipping. All repairs are done on premises.
J Michaels Jewelers is a family-owned business with deep roots in the local community. Located in the heart of downtown Berkeley Heights, our customers maintain that we are always welcoming and that our store is a wonderful place to shop. We know that purchasing a piece of jewelry is about creating a special moment in time; so with passion, integrity and personal care we work to assure an unmatched experience.
Our jewelry expertise and our ever changing selection of unique pieces is unparalleled. From classic vintage jewelry to contemporary designs from brands like Gabriel & Co., Roman and Jules and Officina Bernardi, we have plenty of options for you to find the perfect piece for your loved one. We display a selection of 14-karat, 18-karat, and platinum pieces, as well as naturally occurring colored diamonds.
No matter what momentous event you have coming up in your life, no matter which special moment you want to mark, you can trust us to guide you and stand behind your jewelry purchase.
We accept all major credit cards and offer shipping. All repairs are done on premises.
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We offer the following services to help care for, clean, repair and update your favorite pieces.
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Our Story.
Antonio Bernardo, Michael's father, immigrated from Italy in his early 20's. He was hired to sweep the floor at Lieberfarb, a prestigious New Jersey-based wedding band company. Antonio made it his goal to learn how to use every machine at Lieberfarb and later earned the title of foreman before eventually becoming part owner. In 1971, Lieberfarb was sold and Antonio opened a jewelry store named Venice Jewelers. Venice Jewelers was located exactly where J Michaels Jewelers stands today at 370 Springfield Avenue in Berkeley Heights.
Antonio's son, Michael, graduated high school in 1980 and decided to attend the Gemological Institute of America in New York City. In 1983, Michael earned one of the most prestigious credentials in the industry, a Graduate Gemologist degree.
In the years following, Michael went on to be a salesman for a jewelry manufacturer Maico in Roselle, NJ until 1985 when he shifted his focus to the family business. Michael operated the second retail location of Venice Jewelers located in the Rockaway Mall for five years until he decided to leave and go work for a diamond cutter supplier in New York City.
In 1996, Michael was called back to the family business and purchased Venice Jewelry from his father. Michael renamed the store, J Michaels Jewelers.
Hannah, Michael's niece and Antonio's granddaughter, began working part-time at J.Michael's Jewelers when she was in high school. She quickly fell in love with the industry and decided to pursue a career in the jewelry business. She quickly and methodically learned the business by working along side her uncle.
Antonio's son, Michael, graduated high school in 1980 and decided to attend the Gemological Institute of America in New York City. In 1983, Michael earned one of the most prestigious credentials in the industry, a Graduate Gemologist degree.
In the years following, Michael went on to be a salesman for a jewelry manufacturer Maico in Roselle, NJ until 1985 when he shifted his focus to the family business. Michael operated the second retail location of Venice Jewelers located in the Rockaway Mall for five years until he decided to leave and go work for a diamond cutter supplier in New York City.
In 1996, Michael was called back to the family business and purchased Venice Jewelry from his father. Michael renamed the store, J Michaels Jewelers.
Hannah, Michael's niece and Antonio's granddaughter, began working part-time at J.Michael's Jewelers when she was in high school. She quickly fell in love with the industry and decided to pursue a career in the jewelry business. She quickly and methodically learned the business by working along side her uncle.
Customer Reviews
"I will never buy my jewelry anywhere else. I walked into J Michaels as a new customer this weekend and the young beautiful lady, Hannah, knows everything there is to know about jewelry. She helped me pick out the exact diamond earrings I have been dreaming about for years. They are unique and can customize everything."
Courtney K. Montclair, NJ - |
"Michael is amazing! True class act. So is Hannah who works for him. Their customer service skills trump any other jewelry store I have ever been to and their products are true quality. They are not pushy, but extremely honest and helpful. We have been clients since 2006 and have been back a bunch of times and each time we get the same professional, courteous treatment. Excellent place and definitely our jewelry store for life."
Erin F. Madison, NJ |
"Bought my fiance's engagement ring here. Michael and his staff are beyond helpful. He was helping me (but not forcing me) every step of the way. I felt no pressure to buy and he was extremely honest with me about everything. We'll be back there in some time for wedding bands!"
Mike W. Berkeley Heights, NJ |
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