Bella Findings House Careers in Los Angeles, CA

Best of LA, August 2010 Downtown’s jewelry district is flush with gemstones, so it’s no surprise that this is where we discovered Bella Findings House, a Home Depot-like emporium for hobbyists and jewelry trade professionals. The 30-year-old business has two locations within blocks of each other, crammed with gold and sterling chains, earring settings, clasps, and a bright mix of freshwater pearls, rubies, rose quartz, and Swarovski crystals. The shop also sells tools, gold testers, and cleaning equipment. Service is efficient—no gum-smacking teens behind the counters—and prices can range from a few cents a bead to thousands of dollars for a strand of diamonds. » 427 W. 7th St., downtown, 213-489-4252; 607 S. Hill St., downtown, 213-629-4840.