Slates Jewelers: A New Gem in Lake Oconee
The Greene Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of SlatesJewelers' Lake Oconee location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 1st. This new store is conveniently situated at 646 Old Phoenix Rd, Suite B, Eatonton, next to IV Wellness Solutions and Deer Run Florist. Owners Philip and Kristine Slates have operated their store in Milledgeville for nearly 10 years. However, Philip brings over 30 years of extensive experience in repairing jewelry to the business, ensuring the highest quality service for their customers.
Slates Jewelers offers a wide range of services, making it a one-stop-shop for all your jewelry needs. These services include: full-service jewelry repair, ring sizing, chain repair, remounts and stone settings, pearl restringing, eyeglass repair, watch batteries and bands, insurance appraisals, permanent jewelry, laser engraving, and ear piercing. Additionally, they provide same-day service for many repairs, emphasizing their commitment to customer convenience and satisfaction.
Philip Slates is renowned for his custom jewelry designs, working closely with clients to create unique pieces that reflect their personal styles. This personalized approach ensures that every piece of jewelry is not only beautiful but also meaningful to its owner.
Slates Jewelers is a small family-run business, with each member playing a crucial role. Elijah, the youngest son of Philip and Kristine, is apprenticing under Philip to become a jeweler. Kristine and Jessica manage the stores' daily tasks and have a passion for helping clients redesign sentimental or heirloom jewelry into modern pieces. “It’s so much fun to remake a piece of jewelry and then see the final outcome. We’ve had customers cry because they were so happy with their redesigned jewelry that was sentimental to them or handed down as an heirloom,” Kristine shared.
For more information, contact Slates Jewelers at 706-749-2003 or via email at SlatesJewelers@gmail.com. Visit their website: www.slates-jewelers.com. Follow them on Instagram and Facebook for Christmas gift ideas and updates.
