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27 Years in the Community
Dedicated to Sustainability
Re-cycle, Re-use, Re-love, Gem Set Love

For two and a half decades we have shared the beauty of antique jewels and vintage gems with the Portland community and beyond, while staying true to our mission to do no harm to the planet in order to have beautiful jewelry.

So stop on by if you can and see for yourself what I've been up to for the last 25 years. I promise you will be warmly welcomed, and you won't be disappointed, the cases brim with treasures, all made with love, past and present, and all recycled.

Read more about the journey to our 25th anniversary.

-Paula Bixel, Proprietor

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Engagement Rings

We offer one-of-a-kind, unique engagement and wedding rings dating from the mid 1800s to the 1960s. Shop ring options that span across our inventory of platinum, gold, silver, emerald, ruby, and diamond jewelry varieties.

Vintage Necklaces & Pendants

A variety of Neck Adornment. You'll find delicate Edwardian Pendants, Bold Mid Century Collars, Victorian Chains, and all sorts of Vintage Necklaces. In Gold, Silver, and Platinum.

Bracelets & Bangles

Stack them from your Wrist to your Elbow or wear them One at a time. Cuffs, Bangles, Links. Silver, Gold, Recycled, Artisan, Vintage. The options are endless.

Brooches & Pins

A collection of pinable Adornment to Love. Warm up your Winter Winter Coat with a beautiful brooch.

Fobs & Lockets

This grouping is a personal favorite; fobs, lockets and things to hang from a chain.

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MID MOD; A REVOLUTION AT THE JEWELERS BENCH

The freshness and new ideas of the mid mod generation didn't just happen in NY & SF, it seemed to happen everywhere at once, a hopefulness that creativity could change the world, a revolution at the jewelers bench.

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SPRING GREENS!

As I sit here at my computer listing rings on the website I realize I've chosen so many brightly hued pieces. So many greens, and opals with their flashes of all the colors of spring blooms.

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LOVE AND LUCK

Sentiment and Superstition were important parts of life in the 19th century. With constant reminders of the fragility of life, the Victorians embraced love and entreated luck. These two themes can be seen in the jewels of the era.

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JEWELRY HISTORIANS

Member of the American Society of Jewelry Historians. Just ask for information on any piece and we will tell you about the era and more.

FREE SHIPPING

Free shipping for the USA. Fast, insured, and secure! Your package will be carefully prepared and delivered in a timely manner.  

ALWAYS FREE RESIZING

Trust that your ring will be a perfect fit. Don't know your size? That is OK, we will find out together with a sizing tool.

RECYCLED

Whether you purchase an antique or vintage piece, our handcrafted 720 line, or Ancient Influences line, all of gems and metal are recycled.

SECURE PAYMENTS

In-store and online, your payment security is a top priority. We are PCI compliant and SSL secure! Make your purchase with peace of mind. We accept all major credit cards.

PACKAGED WITH LOVE

Our Jewels always ship in our elegant signature packaging, great for gift-giving!

Gem Set Love
Recent Accolades

Top 20 Portland Jewelers

Thank you to Expertise.com who recently selected Gem Set Love as one of 20 top Jewelers serving the Portland area. They reviewed 141 Portland Jewelers and graded all of us based on - Reputation, Credibility, Experience, Availability, and Professionalism.

Expertise.com

Best Jewelry Shop

"Whether you're looking for that special Edwardian platinum ring with diamonds and sapphire filigree engagement ring or perhaps a less gaudy recycled ring using a vintage cast, Gem Set Love has been the place to go for 22 years."

Willamette Weekly - wweek.com

Gold Rush: Make a Statement with Stacked Rings

Love from Portland Bridge & Groom's Magazine, featuring three spectacular pieces from our shop in the January 16th, 2018 magazine edition. Featured article linked here.

Portland Bride & Groom Magazine
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Gem Set Love
720 NW 23rd Ave.
Portland, OR 97210
(Sun) 12:00am - 5:00pm
(Mon) Closed
(Tue-Sat) 11:30am - 6:00pm
 
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