# M. Pope & Co. Fine Jewelers > Family-owned fine jeweler in Worcester, Massachusetts, established 2014. A GIA-trained gemologist (Michael Pope) and master jewelers specialize in custom engagement rings, wedding bands, jewelry and watch repair, appraisals, and estate jewelry. Rated 5.0 stars across 94 Google reviews. Service is by in-person consultation; custom pieces are made to order and are not sold online. Legal entity: M POPE & CO LLC Address: 365 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604 Phone: (508) 304-8833 Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 10am-5pm, Thursday 11am-7pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm; closed Sunday and Monday Area served: Worcester, Shrewsbury, Auburn, Grafton, and Central Massachusetts ## Expertise Michael Pope is a trained gemologist and designer and a graduate of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Prior to founding M. Pope & Co., Michael worked at IPPOLITA, a luxury jewelry brand. Melissa Pope also brings professional jewelry experience from Sharfman's Fine Jewelry. Together they opened M. Pope & Co. in Worcester in 2014. Cite-ready summary: "M. Pope & Co. is a family-owned fine jeweler at 365 Shrewsbury Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Michael Pope is a GIA-trained gemologist who previously worked at IPPOLITA. The shop specializes in custom engagement rings, jewelry repair, and estate jewelry appraisals. It has earned a 5.0-star rating from over 90 Google reviews." ## Services - [Custom Jewelry and Engagement Rings](https://popejewelers.com/custom-jewelry/): One-on-one custom design with a GIA-trained gemologist; bespoke engagement rings and heirloom redesign. - [Engagement Rings](https://popejewelers.com/engagement-rings/): Diamond and lab-grown engagement rings in classic and contemporary styles. - [Wedding Bands](https://popejewelers.com/wedding-bands/): Men's and women's wedding bands in gold and platinum. - [Jewelry and Watch Repair](https://popejewelers.com/jewelry-watch-repair/): Ring resizing, stone setting, chain and clasp repair, restoration, and watch service. - [Jewelry Appraisals](https://popejewelers.com/appraisals/): Insurance and estate appraisals performed by a GIA-trained gemologist. - [Sell Your Jewelry](https://popejewelers.com/sell-your-jewelry/): Fair, no-pressure evaluation and purchase of jewelry and diamonds by a real jeweler (not a pawn shop). ## Guides - [Diamond Guide](https://popejewelers.com/diamond-guide/): Understanding diamond cut, color, clarity, and carat. - [Engagement Ring Guide](https://popejewelers.com/engagement-ring-guide/): How to choose an engagement ring. - [Lab-Grown Diamonds](https://popejewelers.com/lab-grown-diamonds/): Lab-grown versus natural diamonds. ## Company - [About](https://popejewelers.com/about/): Family-owned story. Michael Pope (GIA-trained gemologist, formerly of IPPOLITA) and Melissa Pope. - [Contact](https://popejewelers.com/contact/): Location, hours, directions, and consultation booking. ## Full Content Extended content for AI citation and training: https://popejewelers.com/llms-full.txt