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Nawbin

4.7(187)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 187 reviews (Google rating)Jewelry Store
(231) 932-9514 Directions nawbin.com

Quick facts

Nawbin is a jewelry store at 925 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, open Mon–Sat from undefined. Call +1231-932-9514 for details.

Address
925 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
Phone
+1231-932-9514
Hours today
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About Nawbin

Nawbin is a jewelry store at 925 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, with a collection that extends into fossils, beads, crystals, minerals and artifacts from around the world. Michigan stones are a central part of the shop, particularly Petoskey stone, the state's fossil coral. In the business description, Karl identifies his personally designed jewelry made with Petoskey and other Great Lakes stones as an integral part of the offerings. He describes the sales floor as an extension of his workshop and his family's collecting and exploration.

The inventory spans prehistoric material and modern collectibles, with dinosaur bone, ancient beads and Star Wars action figures among the examples listed. Nawbin identifies as a small, women-owned and veteran-owned business. It welcomes LGBTQ customers and lists itself as a transgender safe space. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking are available, and the shop accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Its Google rating is 4.7 from 187 reviews.

Known for

  • Personally designed Petoskey stone jewelry
  • Jewelry featuring other Great Lakes stones
  • Fossils, crystals and minerals
  • Ancient beads and global artifacts
  • Collectibles from dinosaur bone to Star Wars figures

Google rating breakdown

187 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★154
  • 4★20
  • 3★9
  • 2★3
  • 1★1

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • beads×39
  • jewelry×29
  • stones×27
  • friendly staff×22
  • knowledgeable owner×18
  • unique items×9
  • crystals×8
  • fossils×6
  • jewelry making supplies×5
  • rock hounding×3

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  • “Only place I go in TC for spiritual items. The owner is very cool, open-minded. He helped, when I was helping to heal breast cancer patients. Wazrom! 🤟💕💗”

    — Allegra Winckelmann, August 11, 2026 · google

  • “The most unique shop in town. Really a must stop if visiting Traverse City. Can’t list everything that’s in there, you really need to experience it for yourself. Wonderful treasures to take home from your visit.”

    — Beth Norconk, August 9, 2026 · google

  • “The owner was very kind and cool, selection was great and very reasonably priced. We really enjoyed this stop and will absolutely be back!”

    — Bohana Copeland, July 20, 2026 · google

  • “Worth planning our trip through Traverse City to meet Nawbin’s open hours. This store is a gem in itself with all they have to offer! Always something unique & affordable ~ so of my favorite things are from this wonderful store!”

    — Judy McKay-Pearce, June 13, 2026 · google

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Is Nawbin open on Mondays?
Yes — Nawbin is open Monday from undefined to undefined.
Where is Nawbin?
Nawbin is at 925 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686.
What is the phone number for Nawbin?
You can reach Nawbin on +1231-932-9514.

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