Pippin Vintage Jewelry

I have been a frequent customer of Pippin’s for nearly 3 years, sharing the store with others to promote it. I have purchased several items in my years shopping there. I unfortunately will not be returning as my most recent visit was met with biased and insulting service. When I asked to see any available scarves, Steve refused to show me any, stating they were too “expensive,” assuming I wouldn’t want to see them. I asked to see them regardless, and when I found one I liked, he refused to sell it to me as he had failed to price the item. He then said the scarf could be “$8 or $24,” prices that certainly are not too “expensive” to display or sell to me. I requested to be contacted when the price was determined, to no avail. In my years of shopping at Pippin I have never received such service. Perhaps Steve prefers to narrow who can shop at his store. If you are a young woman of color like me, I suggest shopping elsewhere.

What a surprise to find this place, a nice selection of items and nothing that breaks the bank. I would love the boat paintings but I don't have a budget for it. They have a good amount of items for antique lovers. The entrance is beautiful and fun fancy walk into the alley store, its a nice place to stop by and check out. Its always good to support local.

Incredibly rude!! Be warned! The manager verbally accosted me and told me that you cannot even be on the phone at this shop. Not even at a hushed volume like I was. News flash…this is a jewelry store, not a spa or a library. The fact that they would have this absurd policy baffles the mind. Especially since I was literally on the phone with the person who wanted the piece of jewelry. Nope, you aren’t even allowed to describe a piece of jewelry to someone over the phone without being aggressively and over the top rudely treated. What a joke. If you are allowed to be on the phone at Tiffany’s, then you should also be allowed to be on the phone here. Will absolutely never be back again.

A lovely, impeccably organized vintage jewellery store. A real treasure trove for fashion students, stylists, and lovers of 20s to 60s (and older) rhinestone, enamel and silver jewellery. Stock men's and women's jewellery, accessories, cufflinks, buttons- and more (see videos). The staff were lovely, and even recommended me a secondhand gem in the neighborhood (Screaming Mimi's), because I was pressed for time, and much of the stores I had researched prior to my trip were overhyped, and not great at all. For all Europeans and Brits: this is an American store, so do not expect this to be a European or UK style antiques shop with ware from the 1700s. Think Hollywood costume jewellery, and newer vintage, mainly 19th century, with some older pieces. Prices are anywhere from 20 Dollars or less for some buttons up to multiple hundreds, depending on the age, quality and craftsmanship of the piece. This store looks small, but if you go through all the drawers in search of your dream piece, you might want to spend a good while here. P.s.: I have always been into Art Deco (kitschy or not), and they have plenty of it.

beautiful selection of reasonably priced vintage costume jewelry and fine jewelry, all displayed aesthetically rather than being overstuffed and overwhelming. if you've been to a vintage market in nyc, you know what vintage costume jewelry can go for and the prices here are better

Absolutely fantastic staff and service! I went in for a simple fix for a necklace I bought from them a few months back and everyone was very friendly and I was out the door very quickly. Definitely looking forward to my next purchase!

This is one of those places that you find out about because of a friend not realizing that you need it in your life. Wonderful options ranging from extremely affordable to ... Um skyrocketing to mars expensive. 😅 Wonderful staff that take the time to help and listen to you ... It can get busy so be patient. It's worth the wait if you are serious about getting something. I mean where else are you gonna find that Rambo Belt Buckle you never knew you wanted?

Lovely vintage jewelry shop that’s perfectly organized and well-stocked. They have more costume styles, fine jewelry, and really precious pieces that are seriously hard to find. Things are organized in a way that makes sense and allows for smoother browsing. The employees are so incredibly friendly and patient, they were available to help me look at tons of pieces and I never felt any pressure to make a purchase. I did wind up choosing a special sentimental vintage charm and the prices were a little higher than you might find online, but an understandable amount for how high-quality their vintage items are, how lovely their store is, and how well-informed their employees are. With so much jewelry to look at, I felt like a kid in a candy store. Their vintage pieces are authentic and well-cared for. Whether you’re looking for Victorian fobs, mizpah pendants, paste rolled gold pieces, vintage Diamond rings, ornate pins, stick pins, or more modern costume designs, they have it all. The pieces are consistent for their time periods and clearly authentic.

Such a special vintage jewelry shop and fun to browse. They have new inventory each week, so there's always something new to look forward to. The service is great and always plenty of people in the store to help you get things from the display case or explain what makes the piece special. There's also a nice range of price points in the store from $30 rings to $20k+ so it's not just for big fancy purchases. It was really fun to look at the engagement rings, which have so much history and are really one of a kind. The staff are really knowledgeable and I believe the diamonds are at wholesale prices so possibly more value than other places with a markup. Would love to come back again!

Pippin Vintage Jewelry, the vintage jewelry store on 17th Street in Midtown, has been on the list for a long time and is a well known name in vintage stores. I went there a while ago, and it took me a long time to get out of there, so it's really a must-stop store for vintage jewelry lovers! The store is quite big, with a lot of jewelry on display and more hidden in the chest of drawers. There are all kinds of jewelry, necklaces, earrings, rings, brooches, ties, clips, bags, and vintage fabrics. The jewelry is made of a variety of materials, gold, silver, gemstones and pearls can be found here. There are both big and unknown brands, and prices are set according to material, brand, quality and age. The jewelry in the counter ranges from a few hundred to thousands, and the ones placed outside are mostly in the tens of dollars. Each piece of jewelry on display carries a small tag marked with the year material and price, and the chest of drawers is sorted according to the type and color of the jewelry at a glance. The 3 clerks were happy to answer questions, but for the most part did not bother customers to do their own shopping. I was afraid of the clerk who would be chasing after me, but here there was no hassle and I could open each drawer in peace to make my selection

TLDR: I felt really bad after leaving here--like they didn't value me as a person enough to help me buy something from them. But they have cool pieces. -------- Selection is great! A lot of really cool, vintage pieces. I bought a necklace. There were 3 people working there when we visited--an older gentleman at the back counter and 2 women at the front. The one woman who I asked to help me was extremely rude. First, she was reluctant to open one of the cabinets so I could try on the necklace I ended up buying. When she finally did, she dropped it on the counter without saying anything to me and walked away. When I wanted to see another one, she had already closed the cabinet and walked away. I stood and waited while she helped someone try on rings. After a really long time, I asked her to quickly open the cabinet so I could try on another necklace. She ignored me 2 times. I asked her if something was wrong or if she had a problem with me, and she finally responded with "be with you in a bit," while laughing. It felt like maybe she was passing judgment based on my appearance? She was very willing to help the elderly white woman looking at rings, but not the gay man in a pink jacket who had to ask repeatedly for her to help. She also could have asked someone else to help me rather than ignoring me. But she made an active choice. The elderly woman left without a purchase--I left with my necklace. It seems like this place doesn't just sell vintage jewelry--they also sell and operate off of outdated discriminatory principles based on their own biased perceptions.

Obsessed with this place. They have a wide variety of jewels ranging from costume to fine. You can really take your time perusing all of the drawers which are all labeled so you can find the exact pieces you are looking for. The sales girl was so knowledgeable about all of the pieces. She took them out of the display and told us all about each item and where in time they are from. Walked out with a lovely pave ring that she gave us a discount on. I would absolutely recommend stopping here if you are in the neighborhood. Even if just to browse.

No visit in Chelsea will be complete without a stop in any vintage shops. My visit to this antique shop is enjoyable. The store carries more than jewelry that are perfect for themed parties . Prices vary from inexpensive to high end tags. What a beautiful store. The displays are pleasing to eyes especially to those who adores vintage. Stop by when in the area.

It was a lucky day for me, a long time ago, when I discovered Pippin Vintage Jewelry. Whenever someone compliments me on my jewelry, it is always from Pippin. The store is a treasure box full of wonderful things, precious and high-end costume jewelry, as well as vintage handbags and other pieces. The new store is large and comfortable and the salespeople always friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They also have a very useful list of places to go for repairs, all of which have been carefully chosen by Pippin.

One staff member had a very bad attitude. He acted like he wanted the customer to leave him alone and complained when he heard him sorting out the items. The other staff was very nice, she was very patient and responsible. It's not our first time here, but the poor attitude of the staff really affected our shopping experience.

Amazing selection, one of my favorite nyc haunts. Tip: combine your visit with a trip to the Chelsea flea market!

It's OK. Overpriced, but some interesting stuff comes through every so often. I've been coming since 2018, and have spent lots of money over the years on vintage precious metal jewelry, but every time I come in this place, I am treated like a thief for some reason, this time by the younger staffers. I am glad they removed the older woman with short hair, though. I do miss the blond guy that used to work there, he was a solid human.

What a beautiful store filled with beautiful things. If you have a learned eye for high-end vintage hunting, you are quite literally walking into a treasure trove. We found Pippin based on an old blog of local picks written by the Sex and the City costume team. Pippin is by far one of the top 5 vintage jewelry shops I've ever been in (and I've been in a LOT). This shop carries everything from inexpensive costume jewelry to high-end diamonds and gemstones. The store is curated in vignettes that are absolutely beautiful to browse. From giant tapestries you can open to perfectly dressed mannequins, every inch of the store has something to absorb and examine. From pins to hats to bracelets and clip-on earrings, Pippin is a mecca for collectors and vintage aficionados looking for one-of-a-kind pieces for a collection. Oddly enough, we didn't purchase anything (very shocking for us), but this will be our #1 visit on our next vintage crawl in NYC. The staff was very friendly and I adored the giant chandelier hanging. The charming, colorful store immediately gives you good vibes that makes you excited to shop. Pippin is vintage jewelry done right!

I found this place on Yelp then went here in person. Found some fun vintage jewelry to wear for my wedding dinner with friends! 1960s Austrian pear earrings for $22 and a $32 1950s beautiful rhinestone necklace! I cannot wait to wear them both! This is my new favorite store. They're dog friendly and I can't wait to go back. They also have a bunch of antique furniture, plates, silverware, clothing, mirrors, etc on the other side of the store it's not just jewelry, hats handbags. Some of the items are more expensive but that makes sense if it's an antique diamond, sapphire, or emerald. I'm not understanding the negative reviews about the pricing with that. Store was clean, people were super friendly. They cleaned my pieces prior to purchase. Covid protocols were maintained

I shop here whenever I'm in New York. I usually find a few nice things. The prices are on the high (ridiculous) side, so I've kept it to a minimum. Yesterday's visit was unpleasant and I won't bother again. I found a few things I liked but the three women behind the counter were too busy to help. They have things that are out of reach but none of them felt the need to help me. Plus I don't enjoy that snobby attitude when I ask a question. I have no idea what happened here. They used to be polite and seemed happy to get a few things from the display case. If I paid rent here, I'd go nuts if I knew people were treated like this. I cannot recommend and won't be back.

My friend and I had a great time exploring this vintage jewelry store. The displays are beautiful, there is a wide variety of prices so even someone not wanting to spend a ton of money can find something, and the employees were so friendly. I would love to come back anytime and see what they have on display.

Awesome service and knowledgeable friendly staff make it a pleasure to shop and this unique store.

They're incredibly helpful, have had an amazing collection of treasures. Thank you Stephen and family

This place is okay for vintage jewelry but they are seriously lacking on cleaning up some older pieces to make them presentable. It's amazing what a good cleaning or replacing some non-uniform stones can do. Customers - double check the tags against what you're looking at as they are not always correct. I also think they are overpriced for a vintage jewelry establishment. Some pieces are in good condition while others are not yet the pricing does not reflect the variance in quality. Finally, the first rule of buying stones is having good lighting and that is not present at this store. If you have to use your phone's flashlight to get a decent look, that's a problem. Hoping to see improvements as there is so much potential here!

I had a great experience at Pippin Vintage Jewelry.They have a beautifully curated selection in a wide variety of price points. I got a unique 1930s era ring for myself and some gifts for family. The staff was kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. The store was busy but it seemed everyone was helped in good time without being rushed. I will be glad to shop here again. I had a follow up question from Yelp asking the price range which made me want to add to my review. One of the things I like: they have jewelry in a price range to fit nearly any budget.

I got an unique ring from this store. This store is so great. They have lots of vintage that you can't imagine. I got serval stuff from this store. This store is wonderful!

Single worst customer experience of my life and I shop a lot. The manager here needs a serious course in interacting with customers. Maybe try not verbally attacking customers in your shop. I don't know who she thinks she is or who she assumed I was but I guaranteed both are incorrect. Lost a customer for life. Will absolutely never return. If speaking very softly on the phone with the person for whom I was purchasing an item for and needed to speak with in order to make the purchase offends your archaic policy maybe try running a library not a retail business.

Fascinating selection from tens to thousands of dollars, most with at least estimated age (for those looking for real vintage) and often some provenance. Smallish but deep shop holds a lot more inventory than looks possible from the outside. Knowledgeable, helpful service, no hovering or upselling or nonsense. Sure, you have to get a little lucky -- but unqualified recommendation for men looking for that interesting birthday gift without breaking the bank

We bought our engagement ring here, and had the most amazing experience. The owner is obviously incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about his business. A special experience to get a lifelong unique piece of jewelry

This store is so cute! I love the way the different jewelry collections are organized, and a lot of the prices are really quite affordable. Also, the shop itself is gorgeous. Definitely stop by here and the vintage home goods store right next door if you have a little extra time!

I went in here to browse and asked for a jeweler recommendation who could help replace some stones on an old ring that was passed down in my family to me. The man behind the counter proceeded to hem and haw about how it really has no value and pointed out all the diamonds that were flawed or broken (which I mostly already knew and never asked for his take on). He told me that he would never sell this ring and that my grandmother likely came from a working class background and that the ring was "affordable". He continued to say things like "I don't want to hurt your feelings but.."... I found him rude and dismissive and condescending for no reason. Who talks to a potential customer like this? The stuff here is beautiful but I will not be going back here.

In need of a sparkly little pick-me-up? Pippin is your place. Filled with drawers, shelves, and stands full of jewels this vintage shop has a gorgeous gift no matter your budget. I came in search of a chain for the vintage typewriter key my favorite Washingtonian found for me at the Brooklyn Flea. They had just what I was looking for and it only set me back $5. Definitely the sort of shop you ought to pop into semi-regularly to troll for treasures.

Love the Pippin and Jack and his business partner, could be more not sure, are both very friendly. I came in looking for a chair for my computer desk and found a lot of cute things. It's vintage so you would imagine it would be very expensive like a lot of other places. This is however not the case. You can find very cute furniture and other items for not too much money. Then if you put a twinkle in your eye and the piece has been sitting there long enough you may just get the item discounted further. My chair is so cute, i am in love. It was a bit funny as well..As I was paying for the chair a woman that I had been interviewing with had given me a call to check in with me. I told Jack that I had been wanting this job for awhile and he replied this chair is the beginning of your luck. I had to purchase it after that, what a salesman. I told her that I would have to call her back and I did once i lugged that chair a couple blocks. I got the chair and the job, with some credit to my 1920's chair and Jack. Thanks. C

Found this lovely little shop on yelp. My fiancé and I ended up picking out a gorgeous art deco engagement ring thanks to help from Andrea who was so wonderful! I preferred a vintage diamond because I don't want to support the increasing demand of new diamonds in the industry so I felt an antique ring was the way to go and I'm so glad I did! They were able to send it out for re sizing (took a couple of weeks) added sizing beads and polished it right up! It feels like a small town experience in the heart of NYC which is so rare. They have so many unique vintage treasures...you won't be able to go in and out quickly without something catching your eye...so take your time to browse. Everyone is so friendly. I definitely will come back.

I am not a girl. Therefore, I did not expect to find anything of value here to satiate any sort of manly desire, but - WAIT A MINUTE! - they've got some sick tie clips and cuff links for $5-$10. I am not a woman, but sometimes my friends tell me that I am. Good thing my girlfriend likes jewelry too. I used her as cover real nice to take a closer look at this hidden gem (look at that pun!) in Chelsea. She lost her hoops recently and we were able to find suitable replacements here for $5! I am not a grandmama, but I can be frugal like one, so this place is pretty awesome considering that all their wares come from foreclosure auctions mainly in the New England area on the weekends. A lot of older antique jewelry pieces and accessories, mostly for women, that my lady can enjoy for a fraction of the price at non-vintage stores. I am not a female, but my hips don't lie. Neither do my thighs. ------- 1ne hundo

After Paul L.'s ROTD on this store, I popped in a couple of days before Valentine's day to get my man some vintage accessory. Honestly, this place deserves 5 stars but I deducted 1 star for the lack of friendlier service. They have a nice collection of woman's vintage jewelry, well displayed and some of the in shelves and drawers. I liked opening up the drawers to search for man's cuff links and tie clips. I felt like a little girl going on a discovery journey, not knowing what I might find in the next drawer. The price are quite decent judging by the location of the shop but some items can be slightly, tiny bit higher than some vintage shops or flea market of Brooklyn. However, I do appreciate the organization and this is a good place to come and fetch something for sure instead of browsing leisurely and depending on luck at cheapo flea market stalls. ========================================== Reason why I deducted a star: After I picked my pieces and presented to the counter lady, she asked me if that was all. "Yes" I replied with a smile. She didn't smile back nor have a poker face on her. Completely neutral to the end of our transaction, no more words exchanged. I said "Thank you" when she handed me my purchased. She turned her head away and walked away from me. No, she didn't have another client waiting. Ok, it's not really a big deal. But I have shopped @ other places and spent less yet received better attention. Note: A yelper condemned me for my wish to see a fake professional smiling sales person. I understand that nobody is happy 24/7 nor I need people to kiss my rear end just because I opened up my wallet. But there is something called courtesy. I don't hate the lady behind the counter. I don't think less of her. Will I go back to this store? Absolutely yes. Will I recommend this place for to a friend? Yes. That is why I wrote the review with two sections. This is a personal review based on my visit that time.

Ehhhh, not a fan. And i can't help but notice that most of the recent reviewers that are fans are not from New York City. Judge not lest ye be judged? I'm judging the F out of you, you not from New York City people! I came in here over the weekend trying to find a vintage watch that was worth my money and time (get it? time? hahahahaha.) They had several in the case, they were all overpriced and unattractive. First of all, if I'm going to spend $1500+ on a vintage watch, it's not going to be a freaking Movado. Second of all, I'm not going to purchase it from a sales lady that was watching me like I was going to steal some of the incredibly unattractive, non-fashion forward costume jewelry. I know this comes off as a bit snotty, but the outfit I had on that day probably cost more than her entire life. And really, who wears brooches anymore? No one under the age of 55. It is important to note that I did buy a bracelet here so it wasn't all in all a terrible experience. It's a 1950s piece (or so they say) and it was only $35 dollars. I came in there looking to spend money, though. And if the only thing I could find to spend money on was that one piece, well, that's not saying a lot for Pippin.

Hit and miss. Have been here a few times and appreciate the wide range of pieces. Some very nice jewelry mixed with very affordable. Last time I went in the I must have not been dressed right because I was completely ignored. ...btw, the contact email on pippin's website doesn't work. That would have been a better avenue for my gripe, but alas it will have to be done via Yelp!

Yo! Where did you get that bling bling? You be admiring my dazzling ring? When you want to be stylin' You don't have to go for miles, Just pop over to Pippin, And they'll have you pimpin'! (I should keep my day job and not try to make it as a rap artist, right?) So time and time again, Pippin would pop into my radar from my wonderful fashionista Yelper friends and finally I managed to get over there. If you are a lover of vintage jewelry, Pippin is a treasure trove of wonders. I love that they don't display everything and have jewelry in well-marked wooden drawers. It's a bit like a treasure hunting as you don't know what you expect when you pull out a drawer. I could have easily spent the entire afternoon amusing myself discovering what was in the next drawer and admiring and trying the different pieces. Best of all, the quality of the pieces are really great and the prices are wonderful! You can get really terrific stuff for a very decent price. There were tons of very lovely pins, brooches, etc for around $20. You don't need a deserted island to do some treasure hunting when you have Pippin.

Since this is where my fiance bought my engagement ring (which he impressively picked out all by himself), I will always think warmly and sentimentally of Pippin Vintage Jewelry. I was really pleasantly surprised that he decided to go the vintage route since I'm not a particularly vintage-styled girl, but I absolutely adore my ring. I didn't know that this is where he bought it until several months after the fact, when we went together to bring my ring in for an adjustment. The center stone was feeling loose and we wanted the prongs tightened - a ring that's at least 80 years old is entitled to be a little wonky, in my opinion. When my fiance called ahead to ask how long it would take, they quoted him a week. And that's exactly how long it took. We picked it up from Judith, the co-owner, and she was really sweet and helpful. She gave me a recommendation for the jewelry cleaner that they use so that my ring could be as sparkly beautiful by my own doing (I almost didn't recognize my shiny, clean ring when she handed it back to me!). Best of all, the adjustment was free. She also gave us the lowdown on jewelry appraisers and recommended we just go to Macy's for the insurance appraisal. Beyond the excellent personal service, the store carries a very nice variety of jewelry within a good price range. My fiance and I were both able to buy Christmas gifts for our mothers, and there were some other items I was tempted to buy for myself. It's definitely worth stopping in to browse a unique selection of jewelry - and guys, don't miss the rings in the case...you might just find the right one for your girl!

Wandering through Chelsea on a thrifty shopping mission, I finally had a chance to slip into Pippin Vintage Jewelry with a fellow shopaholic. Two steps through the door and I had filled my grubby little handles with charms and chains and little faux costume jewelry. And everything is incredibly reasonably priced. In the glass cases they offer a selection of more expensive vintage pieces and watches. The folks behind the counter and friendly and helpful. You're sure to walk out of here with some one of a kind gems within your price range!

This place has some very cute vintage jewelry here all at prices one can actually afford. I found a $12 necklace and some cute $10 rings. They also have $5 drawers divided up by pendants, necklaces, rings, bracelets, etc. that you can dig through. I didn't find anything, but it was still great fun.

Staff is great - they know the answers to all of your questions and are friendly, but they leave you to your own devices to explore all of the baubles that they have covering every tiny inch of the store. The selection here is absolutely fantastic and picked with a very discerning eye.Lots of stuff that you find there is right on trend as well. All the prices are very reasonable as well, even the stuff in the glass case, which is the expensive stuff. I have picked out two gorgeous rings from here that I love to bits and they're so well made and the best part is, since they're vintage no one else will have them! BTW - they have layaway if you find something and you really, really can't afford it right then but you must have it - I wish I had done that with this amazing coral ring carved into a rose that I couldn't afford just at that moment, but when I went back they had sold it and I was very, very sad- so if you see something that you love, grab it!

Make this your go-to for antique and vintage jewelry! I stopped in here about bi-weekly for a few months in search of the perfect ring. I got my wife's engagement ring here: 1920s, platinum, hand cut, gorgeous setting. She wanted something that wasn't a blood diamond, wasn't mass produced, and had character. So many options here fit the bill, but this one in particular called out. The ladies in the shop were kind enough to model it for me so I could see what it looked like on a woman's hand, and helped me with sizing. The owner took the time to explain the setting and cut, show me the clarity outside in the natural light, explain the history of the ring, and give me a great deal. He even said that if it didn't appraise for double, he'd take it back. He offered free sizing as well. I've since been back many times to check the excellent selection of men's cuff links and tie clips, women's necklaces and bracelets, and other pieces. There are scarves and gloves, and other items as well, but this is really a solid stop for jewelry and accessories. I trust the owner to give me quality at a great price, and be honest about any issues or concerns. Top notch shop!

If you are looking for vintage or unique jewelry- this is the place to visit! I admit I was intimidated by this store at first. It's so beautiful on the inside and I was sure that everything would be really expensive. I was pleasantly surprised to find that not only were they fairly priced, but people working here were also very friendly and sweet! The pure experience of shopping here also left a lovely impression on me. Many items are stored in jewelry cabinets- so going through it all reminded me of going through my mom and grandmother's jewelry as a kid. Their selection of everything from vintage rings, pins, necklaces, bracelets, etc. is huge. And they also carry some vintage accessory items like hats and purses. I definitely will be back to stock up on more vintage jewelry!

I have a beautiful diamond and emerald vintage ring from Pippin. After a little negotiating the owner did tell us we could return our ring within 7 days for our money back if it appraised for significantly less, it didn't and we were happy. It was appraised slightly lower than what the owner suggested it would be but still much higher than what we actually paid for it. But, and this is a BIG but, the place he recommended I go to get the ring resized at totally butchered the band of my ring. It came out crooked, with obvious markings of different colored gold on it. Even though that was not his fault or his own business, I have to give Pippin a 2 star reduction on a VERY poor recommendation for another jeweler. & don't go to 72 Canal St. to get your jewelry resized!

This place is SO cute and friendly helpful staff. I bought a dainty gold bar necklace and the prices are reasonable. Great find and I'll def be back for gifts. Could use a little bit more non costume jewelry items bc I don't like to buy non gold/silver items personally

This charming shop has tons of affordable costume jewelry from the 20s up through the 90s. They also have some real gems kept below glass cases. We had so much fun browsing through all the baubles, and I ended up getting something sparkly to wear on my wedding day. I didn't find the staff to be especially eager to show us the jewelry in the cases. Maybe it's just my southern misinterpretation of New York manners, but I had money burning a hole in my pocket, and I feel that with a little encouragement I may have bought a nicer piece of jewelry.

This is the kind of place you do not tell anyone about. Not for the normal reasons (bad service, lousy products, etc.) but because you have some naive hope that this store is your secret gem and if you don't tell anyone about it maybe, just maybe, they can survive on your purchases alone. We all have them, we all remember our first 'secret place,' like our first crush but, it has been years since a place has made me giddy enough to warrant my secret-shopper instincts. So why, pray tell, am I basically shouting my devotion to Pippin on yelp? Because you all beat me to it. I no longer dream of my secret gem being my own, personal secret as one search on good ole' Yelp proves that the secret gem's of the world are most likely secret gems to many others. So, like Eat, Pray, Love blew the lid off my Italia food-love secret (ok, fine, I guess others knew about that), I will blow the lid off Pippin by exclaiming how amazing a deal you will find (Silver/Gold twisted small hoops for $10- they are pretty sweet, if I do say so myself), how un-teradactyl-like the shop-workers are, and how inviting the little nook of a place is, making you feel as if you were going through your grandmothers vintage jewelry that happened to be brilliantly displayed for your grubby little hands. So, if you must (and if I weren't a selfish little girl I would demand that you must) check out the amazing loot at Pippin, I doubt anybody could be disappointed with this marvelous little shop.

Pippin is pretty awesome. It's down the street from my office and I discovered it when I was looking for a place to get my finger sized after my fiance proposed with a ring that was just a tad too big. After getting sized, I went on my merry way and thought that would be it, though I noticed some nice stuff around the store. I came back after I noticed Pippin Home Store (which is behind the store, down kind of an alleyway where they display mirrors - also awesome, but I'll review them separately). After a few visits just to browse, I decided that we should look for wedding bands here, so we did. There's not much selection for men's rings, which is unfortunate, but there were plenty for women. I ended up finding a beautiful *hand carved* 18 carat white gold ring for about $250 (including tax). It was pretty amazing. I also noticed quite a few gorgeous engagement rings. I will say that the staff at the jewelry store aren't super friendly (oddly not the case at the Pippin Home), but it really doesn't bother me. They're plenty helpful if you need it - they just wait for you to make the first move and keep the chatting to a minimum. Fine by me, but I can understand why some people, especially out-of-staters, might be bothered by it. We'll definitely be back again.

Pippin Vintage Jewelry is like entering a flea market without the haggling patrons and piles of junk. With vintage pieces discovered mainly on the East Coast, this boutique offers a variety of affordable items from pearl strands, brass watches, turqoise rings and even clip-on earrings. Their eclectic collection spans from the pre-1900s to the 1980s, but they also have some re-worked pieces like Victorian jacket buttons made into rings (around $40). Their prices are affordable and not typical of Manhattan, with the range from $1-$200+. You can find a great necklace or ring for $25, and the higher-end diamonds and rubies are displayed inside the glass case. Pippin has enough eccentric pieces that you can make your own creation, like antique keys that could be added to a long layering necklace, or pins that could double as barrettes. When looking through the packed store, make sure to take some time and open the shallow drawers filled with random extras that cost less than $5 and make you feel like you you've discovered a treasure at the bottom of the bargain bin (without the actual rummaging). Jewelry is not their only specialty, they also have a wide variety of accessories including vintage bags, clutches, belts, scarves, gloves, hats, and more, such as a cosmetic carved mirror from a 1920s Norwegian cruise ship ($30). Also check out their vintage home goods store next door, where you can find Bauhaus vases, 1950s Coca-Cola crates, and even obscure black-and-white photos for $1. June 2009 Featured Boutique of the Week

I love this place. I met the owner once and was floored by his knowledge of antique jewelry and his interest in sharing that knowledge. This place is the real deal. I stop in a few times a year and almost always buy something. They have everything from lucite to diamonds. Perfect place to get gifts for many people on your list.

I do like this place. Unlike many "vintage" shops, you CAN find something you would want to wear and can afford. Sometimes I feel a bit overwhelmed by all the drawers packed to the brim, and I wish I had more information on the pieces. I'm not entirely sure about the quality, but I'd just assume nothing was real in here, just fun and kitschy.

This is an adorable shop packed to the gills with lovely things. It was the first stop on our engagement ring hunt, and they had a smallish but well curated selection of rings in our price range. We ended up looking at one that was actually about half of what we were thinking about spending, but it was perfect and we immediately put it on hold. We spent the next day scouring other vintage shops, but decided to make our way back to Pippin to commit to the very first ring we looked at. We ended up with a delicate art deco ring for much less money than we'd imagined. The sales woman we met with on the first day was incredibly helpful, and after we explained what we were looking for she actually gave us suggestions of some other places to check out. When we came back the following day to pickup the item on hold, the other clerk was not quite as cheery or helpful. I needed to figure out my ring size and had some questions about whether I should go small or big if I was between sizes, and she looked at me with a total blank stare. Overall, an amazing selection, (mostly) helpful staff, and just an adorable place. I'd definitely check it out again for gifts or other keepsakes.

Oh, holy Mecca of vintage jewelry! This is my favorite place in NYC. The staff knows vintage jewelery VERY well. They have amazing costume pieces, but also vintage pieces with gems. The prices are very reasonable and the shop is cozy and friendly. GUYS...they have amazing cuff links, tie pins and men's accessories. Half of the staff were men on the day I visited. This spot is not just for the ladies.

There's something about getting a piece of jewelry that you know hasn't just come from that "little blue box." There's something about a piece of jewelry, even costume jewelry, that's been made before mass production was popular and is entirely individual. It's places like Pippin that keep this "something" alive and rolling for those that are tired of same Tiffany's heart dog tag, or that damn floating diamond necklace that was so popular 5 years ago. The place is incredibly organized. If what you're looking for is not out, it may be in one of the labeled drawers around the room. The necklaces, cuff links, broaches in the drawers are separated by color and style, making your search a little easier. Ask any questions you need to about the jewelry, it's certain the owner can answer them for you.

Actually, the address is 112 1/2 W 17th. A street sign marks the entrance to this store which is inside a small alley way and behind the buildings on the street. Follow the sign and go into this store. Jack is the proprietor of Pippin Home Vintage Furniture and Home Goods. The pieces he sells are beautiful finds at good prices. If you like the vintage look, you will probably see a lot of stuff here to suit your taste. If you you're looking for something in particular, it's worth mentioning to Jack. He will keep you in mind and call you if he buys any pieces that match your requirements. I bought a dresser here and love it. Also Jack can arrange for delivery.