Vangelico Jewelry Store

“The finest jewelry for the elite of Los Santos.” – Vangelico Ad

Vangelico Jewelry Store is one of the most high-end luxury jewelry stores in Grand Theft Auto V, located in the affluent neighborhood of Rockford Hills. Known for catering to the rich and famous of Los Santos, Vangelico offers an array of expensive jewelry, diamonds, and luxury items. The store plays a key role in the game’s storyline as the target for Michael and his crew’s first major heist, setting the stage for much of the game’s criminal narrative.

Location & Significance

Vangelico Jewelry Store is situated on Portola Drive in Rockford Hills, a wealthy district known for its luxury shopping and elite clientele. The store’s pristine interior and valuable merchandise make it an attractive target for a well-organized heist. Vangelico is prominently featured in the mission “The Jewel Store Job,” where Michael, Franklin, and their team pull off a daring robbery that jump-starts the game’s main heist storyline.

Role in GTA V

Vangelico is central to one of the game’s earliest and most important heists, “The Jewel Store Job.” In this mission, Michael plans and executes a robbery on the store, stealing a large amount of high-value jewelry to help pay off his debt to Martin Madrazo. The heist introduces players to GTA V’s heist mechanics, including choosing Crew Members and planning the approach. The store remains a key location due to its ties to Michael’s return to a life of crime.

The Jewel Store Job

• Heist Setup: Michael and Lester scope out the store beforehand, analyzing the Security measures, alarms, and camera systems. Players are tasked with finding the best approach for the heist, either going in loud or using a more discreet method.
• The Robbery: The heist itself can be completed in two different ways, depending on the player’s choices during the planning phase. Players can choose to use knockout gas and infiltrate quietly or go in with guns blazing.
• Payout: The heist yields a significant payout for Michael and his crew, though the store is heavily guarded and offers a high-risk challenge for players.

• Vangelico is based on real-life high-end jewelry stores like Tiffany & Co., reflecting its prestigious status in Los Santos.
• The store’s robbery serves as the first major heist in the game, setting the tone for future heist Missions involving Michael, Franklin, and Trevor.
• The heist on Vangelico was designed to showcase GTA V’s new heist planning mechanics, allowing players to strategize and pick their crew for maximum efficiency.
• The mission “The Jewel Store Job” plays a pivotal role in rekindling Michael’s life of crime, pulling Franklin into the world of high-stakes heists.