Purchasing a quality piece of jewelry is an investment that will last a lifetime, and finding a trusted jeweler is priceless.
In addition to product knowledge, a jeweler’s reputation is one of his or her most valuable assets.
Rated number one by the Jewelers Board of Trade, Dave Bonner’s gemological knowledge lends integrity to make DL Bonner Jewelers of Ortonville the place to purchase the finest heirlooms of generations to come.
‘This rating gives us the opportunity to buy from anywhere in the world and pass a lower cost to our customers,? said Bonner.
Credibility is another reason to trust DL Bonner Jewelers.
As a member of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Bonner is continually updated on industry standards, grading identifications, and technological research of gem quality availability, instills product knowledge confidence within his customer’s purchases.
In addition to being the most reputable gemological education authority, according to Bonner, GIA is the most foremost grading authority and sets gem standards throughout the world.
‘It’s unbelievable how much filing and radiation, known as enhancements, are in diamonds,? Bonner said. ‘Mine are not enhanced.
‘We know what we are selling so our customers and I am confident they get what they pay for,? he said.
Confidence in the community and honesty has kept Bonner in Ortonville for more than 20 years, with no intentions of changing either value.
As a 20th anniversary celebration of community confidence, Bonner plans to offer extra value sales throughout the year.
‘Being honest and giving our customers a product with good value is why the store has made it so long,? said Bonner.
In 1983, Bonner bought 431 Mill Street. With an authentic style facelift accomplished last fall, the building remains the home of DL Bonner Jewelers.
Proud of the trusted, word of mouth, relationship he and wife Marcia Bonner have established, DL Bonner Jewelers draws customers as far away as Chicago for fine custom gifts.
‘Our customers know they will receive the quality they pay for,? said Bonner.
As a highly trained jeweler, Bonner specializes in custom design jewelry, offering permanent value with jewelry made from natural gems and minerals set in durable gold, platinum or silver. Bonner’s also offers the convenience of on premises jewelry repair.
‘We do a great deal of custom design for customers, they can also provide their own design,? said Bonner. ‘We are not a mall store selling the same thing as every other store.
‘It is important, to us, to offer unique pieces so our customers don’t all have the same style,? he said. ‘We want our customers to think of our jewelry as something to pass on, not to be worn for just a year.?
From Rossi glass, hand-blown glassware to sophisticated baby, wedding, or christening gifts, Bonner’s offers an extensive collection of specialties for all occasions, to be cherished for generations to come.
To pass on another generation of DL Bonner’s heirloom quality service, in October David, Marcia and son Tyler welcomed Rob Wittstock as an apprentice jeweler in the store. Wittstock will also be taking gemological classes from Gemological Institute of America.
A firm believer in community enrichment, DL Bonner Jewelers is a member of the Ortonville Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Development Authority and, recently, Bonner was recognized with the Michigan Recreation and Park Association award from both Lansing and Brandon Township, for extensive community service.
DL Bonner Jewelers is located at 431 Mill St. in downtown Ortonville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Telephone is (248) 627-6133.