Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Jewelry & Fine Watches in Wichita
For over five decades, Athena Jewelry has been a cornerstone of Wichita's fine jewelry community. Founded in 1969 by Sophokles 'Steve' Anthimides, our family-owned business combines generations of craftsmanship with personalized service to create heirloom-quality pieces. Our expertise spans custom design, vintage restoration, and curated collections of rings, necklaces, and watches that reflect both timeless tradition and contemporary trends. With a commitment to quality materials and meticulous attention to detail, we serve clients seeking unique engagement rings, anniversary gifts, and wearable art.Our downtown Wichita location offers a welcoming environment where customers receive expert guidance through every stage of their jewelry journey, from concept to creation. This enduring dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as a trusted local resource for discerning jewelry buyers.
Services
Custom jewelry
Jewelry repair
Jewelry upgrades
Diamond rings
Vintage restoration
Watch sales
Gemstone setting
Bespoke designs
Anniversary bands
Heirloom preservation
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1969 with generations of jewelry-making expertise
- Specialize in custom-designed, heirloom-quality pieces tailored to client preferences
- Offer both contemporary designs and vintage restoration services
- Curated selection includes diamonds, gemstones, and designer watches
- Maintain traditional craftsmanship standards while incorporating modern techniques
Services
Custom jewelry
Create one-of-a-kind pieces tailored to individual preferences using traditional craftsmanship techniques. Our designers work closely with clients to transform personal stories into wearable art through detailed consultations and prototype creation. Specializing in engagement rings, family heirlooms, and commemorative jewelry that maintains lasting value.
Jewelry repair
Expert restoration of damaged or worn pieces using precision tools and techniques. Services include resizing, prong replacement, polishing, and gemstone setting for both modern and antique jewelry. Our technicians maintain structural integrity while preserving original design elements during repairs.
Jewelry upgrades
Transform outdated pieces into contemporary designs while retaining sentimental value. This includes redesigning settings, updating metal types, and incorporating new gemstones into existing jewelry. Our specialists help clients reimagine family heirlooms for modern wearability.
Diamond rings
Curated selection of diamond rings featuring various cuts, settings, and metal combinations. From classic solitaires to intricate vintage-inspired designs, each piece undergoes quality verification for clarity and craftsmanship standards. Custom options available for personalized engagement and wedding bands.
Vintage restoration
Specialized preservation of historical jewelry pieces using period-appropriate techniques. Services include cleaning, structural reinforcement, and documentation of provenance while maintaining original character. Our experts handle delicate filigree work and rare gemstone settings with museum-quality care.
People
Sophokles 'Steve' Anthimides
Founder
Established Athena Jewelry in 1969, bringing traditional Greek jewelry-making techniques to Wichita. His legacy continues through family members who maintain his commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized customer service in custom jewelry creation.
Questions
What custom jewelry options are available?
We create custom rings, necklaces, and bracelets using diamonds, gemstones, and precious metals. Clients work directly with our designers through sketching, wax modeling, and final production stages.
Do you repair vintage jewelry?
Yes, our specialists handle antique and vintage pieces with period-appropriate techniques while maintaining original design integrity during restoration processes.
What metals do you work with?
We craft jewelry using yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum, and silver. Clients can choose metal combinations for multi-metal designs.
Are appraisal services available?
Yes, we provide detailed jewelry appraisals for insurance purposes with documentation of materials, craftsmanship, and current market value.
What are your store hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 10 AM-4:30 PM, Saturday 10 AM-4 PM, and closed Sunday-Monday for in-person shopping and consultations.
