Customer Testimonials

Regarding Benari Jewelers:

Congratulations to Benari Jewelers on the release of their first issue of Benari Magazine, and on being chosen as the Philly HOT LIST winner for "Best Rings" in the entire Philadelphia area! As happy long-time Benari customers, my husband and I agree that the honor could not possibly have gone to a more deserving business.

The folks at Benari Jewelers have unfailingly "been there" for my husband and me for many, many years. Staff members have repeatedly gone the extra mile for us. They have become true friends as well as the best sales/service people we have ever known.

My Benari memories stretch back almost twenty years and include the following highlights:

• Minh's literally rescuing my dad's bent and broken (but most precious to me) baby ring after Dad's death and converting it into a beautiful, wearable pinkie ring that is now a priceless family heirloom;
• My purchasing at Benari's a lovely princess-cut diamond and a gorgeous diamond-studded designer setting that became my "Mom Memorial" ring after she passed away;
• Barry Ginsburg unforgettably bringing in one unmounted diamond after another for my husband and me to view until together we found the perfect Asscher-cut stone ("the one on the right" as viewed with the aid of the store's high-powered, high-tech zoom microscope). Minh then meticulously set our hand-picked stone into a gorgeous designer setting, fashioning it into the magnificent "WOW!" ring that celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary.
• Working with Jennifer to design a white-gold pin jacket that converted an unworn heirloom sapphire-and-diamond bar pin into a sleek contemporary pendant that is the envy of many of my friends;
• The unfailing friendliness, excellent service and warm camaraderie provided over the years by Barry, Jennifer, Debbie, Helen, Abby, Jenna, Barbara, Jacob, Minh, Ron, Joel, and all the other Benari staff members we have encountered. Whether evaluating the work of various designers, sharing with me an unusual colored diamond, offering expert advice and opinions, cheerfully repairing an item, or calling around to secure a special order, the folks at Benari Jewelers have no peers.

Most "jewelers" today are simply product suppliers. Benari's is the rare exception to that rule. Benari Jewelers simply have no competition, because they are in a class above all others. They are the VERY BEST at what they do – expert, meticulous, impeccably honest, consummate professionals who have earned my husband's and my complete trust. We urge everyone we meet to go to Benari – For Better!

-Judy Perego-Williams

Regarding Benari Jewelers:

"When my husband and I started looking for wedding bands we knew that there was nowhere else we wanted to shop but Benari Jewelers. Their reputation as being one of the top jewelers in the country was enough to convince me. Our sales person was great, she listened to what we wanted and worked with us until we found the perfect rings. While we were in the store we couldn't help but take a look at the amazing selection of Rolex Watches. I never considered myself to be a watch person but after trying on a Rolex I knew that one day I would have to have one. A few months later we were married and never in a million years did I think that my wedding day could get any better. Then my husband presented me with a gift, a Rolex watch that he had purchased from Benari Jewelers. He gave me the greatest gift, the gift of knowing that he was mine for all of TIME. Every time I look down at my wrist I smile. It takes me back to the happiest day of my life, my wedding day. And I have Benari Jewelers and my wonderful husband to thank for that."

A million thank yous,
-Rose Flood

Regarding Robert May Jr., Manager:

"For us Bob May is the BENARI experience. There is nothing he does not know about the merchandise he is selling. His specialty is Hearts On Fire and Swiss watches. His passion is our happiness and he delivers executive level service, year in and year out for over 15 years."

- Kenneth R. Schuster

Regarding Benari Jewelers, Exton, PA:

The story of Don and Maria (A Love Story)

I first met Maria in 10th grade when we were both 15 years old. I had just transferred from a strict all-boys Catholic High School to the public high school in our small town in Pennsylvania.

One morning while sitting in homeroom, I saw the most beautiful girl any boy could imagine. She had beautiful, long, dark hair that reached to her waist and the most beautiful, dark, brown eyes that just left me speechless. For me, this was definitely "love at first sight."

I approached her and since I was new in the class, I introduced myself. I told her that "I thought she was beautiful and someday I would marry her." She looked at me with a confused stare and said, "Are you crazy? Get lost!" These were the first words exchanged between us. I guess one could say it was not a very good start.

Eventually, I broke down many barriers of her thinking I was crazy. I never gave up and two years later we became very serious in our love for each other. At the young and immature age of nineteen, I bought a diamond engagement ring. During the Christmas of 1954, I gave Maria a beautiful bride doll with the diamond ring attached to the arm. At first, she did not see the ring and said the doll was beautiful and then exclaimed, "Oh my God, a diamond ring!"

Unfortunately, in the month of March of 1955, I received a letter from the government stating that I was to be drafted into the military for two years. I entered the service and volunteered to join the 101st Airborne division of World War II fame. I received an additional $50.00 per month for parachuting out of airplanes in hopes of saving money for our marriage when I returned.

One day toward the end of my first year in the service, I received a letter from my intended bride Maria. She said that she could no longer sit home every night waiting for me to return. Also, she met someone and felt she was falling in love with him. The remainder of my time in the service was painful for me. I attended church every Sunday and prayed that she would someday return to me.

When I was in my last 90 days before discharge from the service, I received the letter from Maria that I had prayed for. She said she realized that I was the only one she truly loved and asked that when I came home, would I ask her to marry me. Would I ask her to marry me? Does the sun rise every morning, do flowers smell of perfume, are the summer months hot and the winter months cold? There was nothing more important to me than marrying my Maria.

We wed on September 20, 1958. This September 20th, we will celebrate 50 years of wedding bliss. Our love has produced 4 beautiful children, who in turn have given us ten beautiful grandchildren.

Even after 50 years, I still had one more surprise for Maria. My daughter took me to Benari Jewelers at the Exton Square in Pennsylvania. There I purchased an exquisite diamond wedding band for my wife. After all, her last wedding band was fifty years old. We renewed our vows on July 20, 2008. As we exchanged our vows, I suddenly realized how much I loved Maria, and while I placed the ring on her finger I could not control my emotions and tears filled my eyes.

We hope that in someway those who are planning marriage will understand that true love will eventually overcome all obstacles. I have my love, my life, my Maria.

- Don
  BENARI Client