We are thrilled to announce that Kelly Sternau will be taking over Mark Michael Diamond Designs under the new name of Croft & Stern Jewelry Designs! Kelly is an extremely talented jewelry designer and has been an employee with us for over 10 years. We are honored that Kelly will continue the Mark Michael tradition of providing original and custom jewelry designs to the Maple Grove community. Croft & Stern Jewelry Designs will be opening on June 13, 2023. We hope you will stop in to see the new store improvements, product offerings, and to welcome Kelly into the Maple Grove community ..read more

Friends and Valued Customers, For 23 years, Mark Michael Diamond Designs has been a mainstay on Maple Grove's Main Street. We are honored that you have included us in your celebrations of life and love. We're proud to have offered every customer real value and honest, professional services. Although bittersweet, the time has come for me to retire and bring this journey to an end. But before we lock the doors forever, we must liquidate our incredible selection of jewelry in our showcases and vaults. We have decided to give our best customers the first pick of our merchandise. We will host a ve ..read more

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To solder or not to solder…that is the question! And it’s a question we at Mark Michael Diamond Designs get asked frequently by many new brides. What does it mean to have your rings soldered together in the first place? Generally speaking, soldering is the process by which two metal items become joined together into one. This is done by adding a gold or platinum filler metal. The filler metal has a lower melting point so it bonds the two jewelry pieces together but does not damage or melt the original rings.  In our experience, most brides choose to have their wedding rings soldered toge ..read more

Ruby and Diamond Ring Roses are red, rubies are too. The magnificent round ruby in its yellow gold setting stands out just like she does in a crowd. $3,295 SHOP NOW This ring also has a matching necklace and earrings if you want to make it a whole set (they could be an anniversary or birthday gift option as well). Bi-Color and Pink Tourmaline Necklace Modern and vibrant, she is one-of-a-kind just like this necklace and will feel stunning wearing it. $2,495 SHOP NOW Stackable Diamond Rings Add allure to her existing jewelry or start a set with these attractive diamond stackable rings in yellow ..read more

Princess Topaz Earrings These dazzling earrings are new to the showroom floor! The brilliant Swiss Blue Topaz shine like the bright blue sky on a sunny day. $1,495 SHOP NOW Ametrine Necklace You won’t be able to find another necklace like this anywhere! The design was inspired by the one-of-a-kind ametrine gem that was cut by award-winning German cutter, Tom Munsteiner. $5,995 Shop Now Bezel Set Diamond Solitaire Necklace The go-to necklace for an instant outfit-maker and perfect for everyday wear. We have both yellow gold and white gold options in our showroom. Starting at $1,495 - pricing i ..read more

The birthstone for September is sapphire so we thought we would share a little bit about this beautiful gemstone. Sapphires are normally associated with the color blue. However, what many are not aware of is that there are what are called “fancy” sapphires that come in a wide array of hues, “parti-colored” that show a combination of colors, and some even exhibit something called “color change” when seen in different lighting. Another thing you may not know is that the species of sapphire is known as corundum. The only color under the rainbow of this species that is not a sapphire is red, that ..read more

She is one of a kind and her ring should reflect how beautiful and perfect she is for you. So, what kind of engagement ring should you get? She has probably given you a hint or two and some couples choose to pick one out together or custom design a ring, but here are some trends we have seen lately. Solitaire engagement rings are popular, they are a classic style many ladies gravitate toward because their look is so timeless. Unique shaped diamonds, especially oval diamonds, have been on the rise. And, yellow gold has made a huge comeback over the past couple of years. Another thing we have s ..read more

When people think of emeralds many associate them as the May birthstone. The first known emerald mines were in Egypt and Cleopatra was known to use them in her royal adornments. (Cleopatra’s famous emerald collection might actually have been peridot, but that is another story.) Legend has it that they give the wearer the power to be more intelligent and quicker witted. What you may not know about emeralds is that they are not known as a “tough” gem as it is called in the jewelry industry. Most emeralds have fractures and have been fracture-filled with oils or resins to improve their clarity an ..read more

There’s nothing like a mother’s love, she gives us the courage and support we need to succeed. Thank your mom for giving you the best things in life this Mother’s Day. Here are 5 gift ideas to make her feel just as beautiful as she already is ..read more