Rome Jewelry

Rome boasts an array of jewelers, many of whom carry work that is quite creative. Bulgari’s windows (V. Condotti 11) are the best in Rome, and celebrities are often spotted at Massoni, at the corner of V. Condotti and Largo Goldoni.

Alcozer, V. d. Carozze 48 (☎06 67 91 388; www.viadellecarrozze48.it), near P. di Spagna. Gorgeous Old World jewelry at decent prices. Earrings from €20. Romantic materials like garnets, coral, and pearls. Open M 2-7:30pm, Tu-Sa 10am-7:30pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Furla, P. di Spagna 22 (☎06 69 20 03 63). For those who can’t afford Bulgari but still like to sparkle, Furla’s your place. An Italian staple, Furla sells silver jewelry. Want shoes and a bag to match? They’ve got that too. Open M-Sa 10am-8pm, Su 10:30am-8pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Pianegonda, V. d. Croce 42 (☎06 67 86 402; www.pianegondaitalia.com). Selling gorgeous jewelry to an upscale clientele, Pianegonda has carved a niche for itself with its high-quality sparklers. Open M 3:30-7:30pm, Tu-Sa 10am-7:30pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Luisella Mariotti, V. di Gesù e Maria 20A (☎06 32 01 320), between the Spanish Steps and P. Popolo. This tiny boutique carries funky, original costume jewelry. Stylish merchandise, made on-site, and reasonable prices. €40 will get you a sizeable bracelet. Open Aug.-June M 2:30-7:30pm, Tu- Sa 10:30am-7:30pm; July M 10am-7:30pm, Sa 10:30am-1:30pm. AmEx/MC/V.
Siragusa, V. d. Carrozze, 64 (☎06 67 97 085). Only in Rome could you find an archaeological jeweler; Siragusa is just that, and a damn good one. Ancient coins, some dating as far back as the 4th century BC, are set in new gold settings for rings, cuff links, and more. If you happen to have an artifact of your own, they’ll set that too. Prices match the high quality of the work. Open M-F 10am-1:30pm and 3:30-7:30pm. AmEx/MC/V.