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February 2024 by Sarah S.
I never write reviews. Not good ones or bad ones. But this one needs to be written. I do NOT recommend this place due to Tammy's lack of professionalism and her dishonesty. This is what happened. Verbatim. I went there to get a diamond appraised. After discussing & evaluating the diamond, she told me it would cost about $200 for the appraisal. I said fine. Then later on the phone she tells me it's going to be more like $350. I was confused as to why but she said it's the time it takes to appraise the diamond and what needs to be done. She also shared that she only makes $100 on it. I spoke to her a few days later to check on the timeline and status of the appraisal and I kid you not, she tells me the appraisal is going to cost more like $500-$600. I ended up paying her $400 dollars and said that's all I'm paying. She didn't fight me on it. She took my $400 and said ok. I shouldn't have even paid that much. I've talked to several appraisers and they said that figure is insane. Her entire demeanor was like she was on a pedestal. She was rude and very condescending. She also kept suggesting she could make a necklace or bracelet out of it (despite my stating multiple times that I wasn't interested in doing anything with it right now). I am certain she thought I was much younger than I was/am and was trying to take advantage of the situation, thinking she could pull one over on me. This is 100% EXACTLY what happened. And to top it off, it turned out her appraisal was inaccurate. I sent the diamond to the DIA (Diamond International) which is the only place you can get a certified appraisal. Tammy valued it lower than what it actually was & most of the different areas within the diamond were appraised inaccurately too. I am appalled at how blatantly she took advantage of me. And how untrustworthy she was. I can't comment on her collection but she left an impression on me and had the audacity to think she could behave this way and "get away with it". As a business owner in such a delicate industry, one would expect you to be honest, transparent and genuine with ANY and EVERY person that walks through your door. Treat EVERYONE the SAME. DON'T judge. DON'T try to take advantage of someone because they look young, might be inexperienced with fine jewelry and not dressed to the nines. I would have gone back to your store and likely become a patron. And I would have told others about it too. However, I've shared this experience with several friends and family. And you won't find any of us visiting your store. I hope this review encourages you to make a BIG change and treat all who walk through your door the same.
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December 2023 by Candice N.
Their website says that they convert pierced earrings to clip-on earrings. I called ahead to see if there were any specifics that they could share about what they could or couldn't do. Tammy was not too pleasant on the phone but I was still invited to stop by to see what they could do. I show her my earrings and she proceeds to criticize the metal, try to embarrass me about the quality of my earrings. At no point did I suggest I was bringing in Cartier jewelry. She said that my earrings looked like junk metal. Asked mockingly if someone had gifted me these (in a tone that suggested that if they did they don't think very highly of you). Then she asked how much I paid for them (in a tone that suggested, whatever it is you overpaid). A simple "no, I can't do the work you are inquiring about" would have sufficed. Instead I left upset enough to take my time to write this review. There are a lot of jewelers in Chicago. This one you can skip.
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October 2023 by Micaela Wanzer
Tammy and her team are truly the BEST! I contacted her in a bit of a panic to repair my engagement ring that lost a diamond and took a bit of a beating 10 days ahead of my wedding day. She replied right away and took care of me from the moment I walked into her studio. They not only fixed my ring in record time - they also made it look brand new! Tammy and her team's kindness and professionalism have made me a customer forever! Go here for any and all of your jewelry needs. Thank you!!!
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August 2023 by Lauren Speakman
Tammy designed both my engagement and wedding bands. My wedding band was converted from an old ring of my grandfather's. Such a special piece of jewelry! Tammy was great to work with as we navigated what size and type of diamond we wanted for the engagement ring.
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August 2023 by Debbie Graye
Tammy helped redesign two of my grandmothers rings; transforming them into updated pieces that I will wear now vs sitting in my jewelry box. From our first meeting Tammy spent time to understand how I wear jewelry, my style and what I wanted in a refresh of these rings. The process in redesigning was fun and Tammy was spot on with her recommendations and suggestions. I would highly recommend Tammy and her team to you. You will be thrilled with the outcome.
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June 2023 by Michael Bridges
Been working on this for 15 years and the only regret is not getting it done sooner! Gorgeous ring with a great feel and the perfectly executed simple elegance that I was looking for, while still having all the “treasures” inside. It is stunning.....without being over the top :) Thank you to Tammy and staff!
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May 2023 by Nancy Weisbecker
Tammy is so accommodating and kind. Such a skilled designer. My mother’s ring is now and updated piece of art. Thank you!
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September 2022 by Mark Wilcox
Tammy was so amazing to work with. She took the time to listen to what I wanted and designed the perfect ring for my fiancé. She won’t take advantage of you and has a quick turn around time. I would highly recommend Takohl Jewelry!
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August 2022 by Suzanne Greub
Tammy’s artistry and workmanship is exceptional. She has created several unique pieces designed personally for me out of jewels passed down from previous generations. What sat in my jewelry box untouched for years, are now elegant, sophisticated and cool pieces that I can wear daily.Tammy is a master at her craft and incredible to work with.
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June 2022 by Kristen Harris
I purchased the Large Snake Ring and wanted to customize the eyes with gems. I gave Tammy full control of which gem to place. I picked my finished ring up over the weekend and couldn’t love it more. It’s absolutely beautiful and unique. I’ve already received so many compliments as I’ve worn it every day. Tammy doesn’t just design jewelry, she creates visual and wearable art from your stories and experiences. I would recommend Takohl Jewelry 100 times over.
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June 2022 by Ina Davis
I have chosen Tammy's designs for several reasons. Her portfolio is unique. She is fun to collaborate with. She works within my budget. One niece doesn't take her Takohl ring off! I recently had a piece custom designed with a stone hand picked by Tammy. Not only is the stone gorgeous, but the setting is stunning. Just today, I sent stones from a broken bracelet for Tammy to play with and will surprise loved ones with the results.
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June 2022 by Nicole Campbell
Tammy Kohl has a gift of making jewelry into something special and “one of a kind”. My wedding band and engagement ring are absolutely stunning and I receive compliments everywhere I go. I highly recommend working with Tammy if you are looking for a piece that is different and designed only for you. She is also someone who puts her heart and soul into making sure the experience is just as special.
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June 2022 by Deanna Muran-de Assereto
Tammy's been designing custom jewelry to my oddball ideas for several years now. She takes my poor descriptions and turns them into three-dimensional art for me to wear. She's a good person and an amazing talent, and is always the first person I talk to about expressing vision as reality.Very highly recommended.
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June 2022 by Aksana Karolik
The best custom jewelry place!!! Tammy is a very talented Tammy is a very talented jeweler, she did a pendant and a cocktail ring for me that I absolutely love. She has such a personal touch and feels like the place has a very good energy. Once you walk into it, you don’t want to leave it.
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May 2022 by Irene Kijak
Just received my beautiful custom ring, the process could not have been easier, Tammy had several stones to choose from. A short time later she came up with a few options for the setting. Very easy to work with and spectacular results!!!
