Love at first sight. Mary Ann Yelda, owner and founder of Mary Ann's Fine Jewelry can't tell you exactly when she fell in love with beautiful jewelry but she says she was young when she decided she wanted to make gems and fine jewelry the center of her professional life. She is a graduate of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) with more than 20 years’ experience in buying and trading fine jewelry with an extensive knowledge of diamonds.
Today, Mary Ann makes her home home at a comfortable and elegant storefront on Villa Street in the Birmingham Villa Lofts District. The store carries a curated inventory of earrings, bracelets, necklaces, gemstones and diamonds. From modern, on-trend pieces to beloved estate, and one-of-a-kind finds, Mary Ann has what you are dreaming of. Her discerning eye and sense of design can help you develop a totally unique piece that will be treasured in your family for generations.
But beautiful jewelry is only the beginning. Mary Ann prides herself in individualized attention to each of her customers. Her website (
mifinejewelry.com) is filled with designs inspired by customers' specifications and unique requests. Turning cherished family heirlooms into modern, wearable pieces are her hallmark. All business is welcome, including the selling, trading, and buying of jewelry. While appointments are encouraged in order to assure sufficient time for private consultations, walk-in customers are always welcome.
