GIA Gemologist Crafted in the USA Family-Owned Since 1978 Highly-Rated on Google

Curated Collections



The Master Jeweler

A Jeweler You Actually Sit Across From

Founded by master jeweler Edmund Kalo in 1978, Gold Empire is now led by his son Johnny — a GIA graduate gemologist who personally guides every client from the first conversation to the final reveal. No sales floor, no middlemen. Just expertise, honest pricing, and craft.

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Johnny Kalo, GIA Graduate Gemologist at Gold Empire Jewelry Los Angeles Diamond District

The Custom Design Journey

01

Consultation & Sketch

We deep-dive into your vision, share references, and sketch preliminary blueprints matched precisely to your dream parameters.

02

Stone Selection

Leveraging GIA graduate expertise to responsibly source flawless, magnificent loose diamonds and unique raw materials.

03

3D CAD Modeling

We generate an interactive, detailed digital render and physical wax mold for your complete layout inspection and approval.

04

Master Handcrafting

Cast, expertly set, polished, and securely finalized here in Los Angeles, arriving beautifully curated within two weeks.


LA'S DIAMOND DISTRICT FAVORITE

Trusted Since 1978

Hundreds of clients across Southern California have trusted Johnny Kalo to craft their most meaningful pieces — and they keep coming back.

Google Reviews ★★★★★
Yelp Reviews ★★★★★

Gold Empire Jewelry · 607 S Hill St, Suite 452 · Los Angeles Diamond District · (213) 626-6012


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Why Choose Gold Empire

Gold Empire isn't a counter you walk up to, it's a private showroom where every conversation starts with listening. Since 1978, the Kalo family has built its reputation on honest education, transparent pricing, and zero-pressure consultations — earning near-perfect ratings on both Google and Yelp.

Every custom piece is handcrafted in Los Angeles from concept through final reveal, with access to thousands of certified diamonds sourced through trusted industry relationships. The result is a jeweler clients don't just buy from once — they come back to for every milestone that matters.

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Estate Collection

Pre-Loved Listing

Gold Empire Jewelry Storefront in the Los Angeles Diamond District California Jewelry Mart

Our Downtown Showroom

Location Address

Gold Empire Jewelry

607 S Hill St, Suite 452

Los Angeles, CA 90014

Showroom Hours

Monday – Saturday · 10:00am – 5:00pm

Sunday · Closed

Direct Contact Info

Phone: (213) 626-6012

Email: info@goldempirejewelry.com

Instagram: @goldempirejewelry