Business Details
Your Trusted Jewelry Store in Des Moines
Since 1871, Josephs Jewelers has been a trusted name in fine jewelry, offering generations of expertise in engagement rings, custom designs, and luxury timepieces. Our team of certified gemologists and horologists combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to help customers celebrate life's milestones. We specialize in diamond education, jewelry repair, and personalized service, maintaining a legacy of integrity and community connection.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Rolex-authorized repair center and extensive selection of bridal and fashion jewelry. Through decades of service, we've built lasting relationships by prioritizing customer needs over commissions, ensuring every client finds meaningful pieces that reflect their personal story.
Services
Engagement Rings
Custom Jewelry
Watch Repair
Jewelry Appraisals
Bridal Jewelry
Wedding Bands
Jewelry Repair
Birthstone Jewelry
Luxury Watches
Diamond Upgrades
Highlights and features
- We offer 155+ years of jewelry expertise and community trust
- Our certified gemologists provide expert diamond education
- We create custom jewelry with family heritage stones
- We provide free jewelry cleaning and inspection services
- We are an authorized Rolex watch repair center
Associations and certifications
- Rolex
What people say
Beautiful one of a kind ring
Certified gemologists expertise
Custom jewelry creation
Rolex repair center
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Engagement Rings
We offer extensive selection of engagement rings from classic solitaires to custom designs. Our certified gemologists guide clients through diamond education and selection, ensuring perfect matches for every style and budget. With options ranging from traditional gold settings to modern titanium designs, we help create lasting symbols of commitment.
Custom Jewelry
Our master jewelers transform personal visions into unique wearable art. Using family heirlooms or new materials, we create custom pieces for special occasions. The process begins with consultation and design sketches, followed by expert craftsmanship using advanced techniques while maintaining traditional quality standards for truly personalized jewelry.
Watch Repair
As an authorized Rolex repair center, we maintain luxury timepieces to factory specifications. Our horologists handle battery replacements, movement servicing, and complex repairs for mechanical and automatic watches. We use genuine parts and specialized equipment to preserve value and functionality of fine watches.
Jewelry Appraisals
Certified gemologists provide accurate appraisals for insurance, estate planning, or resale purposes. We document metal purity, stone quality, and craftsmanship details using industry-standard evaluation methods. Appraisals include high-resolution imaging and detailed descriptions to ensure proper valuation and protection of valuable jewelry assets.
Jewelry Repair
Our bench jewelers perform comprehensive repairs including ring sizing, stone setting, and metal restoration. Services cover polishing, soldering, and reconstructing damaged pieces while preserving original design integrity. We offer free estimates and use professional tools to ensure lasting repairs for all jewelry types.
People
Jake Joseph
President
Fourth-generation leader with extensive jewelry industry experience. Oversees operations while maintaining family commitment to quality and customer service. Active in local business community and store's strategic direction.
Deb Joseph
Vice President
Watch buying expert with deep knowledge of luxury timepieces. Manages merchandise selection and philanthropic initiatives. Known for exceptional customer service approach and industry connections that bring exclusive collections to the store.
Trisha Joseph
Vice President
Marketing and philanthropy leader with focus on community engagement. Develops brand strategy while maintaining family values in business practices. Active in local charity initiatives and store's public relations efforts.
Melissa Smith
Appraiser
Certified gemologist providing expert jewelry valuation services. Specializes in diamond grading and antique jewelry assessment. Educates customers about their jewelry's quality and market value through detailed appraisal reports.
Todd Huebner
Sales Associate
Experienced jewelry consultant with focus on customer education. Helps clients navigate selections from engagement rings to luxury watches. Known for patient approach and technical knowledge of jewelry materials and craftsmanship.
Questions
Do you offer custom jewelry design services?
Yes, our master jewelers create custom pieces using family heirlooms or new materials. Schedule a consultation with our design team to begin the process.
Are your diamond experts certified?
Our staff includes certified gemologists who provide expert diamond education and selection guidance for all jewelry purchases.
Do you repair luxury watches?
We are an authorized Rolex repair center and service all major watch brands with professional horology expertise.
What financing options are available?
We offer 0% interest financing for 12 months with 20% down on bridal purchases through our approved credit program.
Can I get jewelry appraisals?
Certified appraisals are available for insurance, estate planning, or resale purposes with documentation by our gemology experts.
What is your return policy?
Regular priced jewelry returns accepted within 30 days with receipt. Special orders and sale items are final sale.
