Champaign Jewelers is a locally owned fine jewelry store located in the Village at the Crossing. Champaign Jewelers specializes in fine diamonds, engagement and wedding rings along with diamond and color gemstone fashion jewelry. Custom jewelry design, jewelry repair and appraisal services are also available. Owner Kari Johnson Smith discovered her passion for beautiful jewelry over 20 years ago. She has earned a Graduate Gemologist (G.G.) degree through the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). The requirements of a G.G. degree include diamond identification and grading, color gem identification and grading, and pearl grading. Kari is also a graduate of the University of Illinois with a degree in Economics. From 2021-2024 Kari served as a board-member for the International Jewelry Association, a group of jewelers and designers dedicated to helping each other learn and grow. Kari loves working with clients to find or create the perfect piece of jewelry for all of life’s special days
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For those looking to turn sentimental heirlooms, dream designs, or meaningful moments into timeless treasures, Champaign Jewelers is making it easier—and more personal—than ever to create one-of-a-kind jewelry.
When a client comes into Champaign Jewelers, the team discusses their diamond preferences—whether it’s shape, size, or budget. Once that’s settled, Kari heads to Antwerp, typically arriving on a Sunday. The following Monday, she makes her way to the world-renowned Diamond District, where dozens of secure buildings house the world’s finest diamonds.