Business Details
36 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry & Watch Repair in Bethesda & Washington, D.C.
Secrte Fine Jewelry has been a trusted name in the Washington D.C. and Bethesda area since 1990, specializing in bespoke jewelry services and luxury timepieces. As a family-run business, we prioritize artistry, quality, and client relationships, offering custom design solutions for engagements, weddings, and heirloom transformations. Our commitment to ethical sourcing ensures clients receive only the finest diamonds, gemstones, and precious metals. With workshops in Bethesda and a boutique in Dupont Circle, we combine Old World craftsmanship with modern techniques to create timeless pieces. Our team of experts, including master jewelers and certified gemologists, provides personalized consultations, repairs, and appraisals.Over three decades, we have earned a reputation for excellence, serving both local and international clientele. Our dedication to innovation and sustainability ensures every creation meets the highest standards of beauty and durability. We pride ourselves on transparency, offering clear pricing and warranties to build lasting trust with our customers. Whether designing a custom engagement ring or restoring a vintage heirloom, Secrte Fine Jewelry remains committed to turning visions into enduring works of art.
Services
Custom Engagement Rings
Jewelry Repair
Watch Appraisals
Heirloom Repurposing
Luxury Watch Sales
Gemstone Sourcing
Bespoke Wedding Bands
Antique Jewelry Restoration
Diamond Certification
Estate Jewelry Valuation
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in custom jewelry design and luxury watch services.
- Our ethical sourcing guarantees conflict-free diamonds and gemstones from verified suppliers.
- Each piece is handcrafted in our local Bethesda workshop by master artisans.
- We provide personalized consultations for custom designs tailored to your unique story.
- Our in-house repair team handles complex restorations using both traditional and modern techniques.
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Personalized service
Ethical sourcing
Seamless repairs
Investment value
Services
Custom Engagement Rings
Our custom engagement rings start with a vision consultation, followed by hand-drawn sketches and wax modeling. Clients choose from ethically sourced diamonds and gemstones to create one-of-a-kind designs. Each ring is handcrafted in our Bethesda workshop using traditional goldsmithing techniques combined with modern precision. The process includes multiple revisions to ensure perfect fit and style, culminating in a finished piece that embodies personal stories and enduring craftsmanship.
Jewelry Repair
We specialize in intricate jewelry repairs from simple resizing to antique restoration. Our master jeweler uses both traditional hand tools and laser technology to maintain structural integrity while preserving original design elements. Services include chain soldering, stone resetting, prong retipping, and pearl restringing. All repairs are completed in-house with a focus on matching historical techniques for vintage pieces while ensuring modern durability standards for everyday wear.
Luxury Watch Sales
As authorized dealers for Junghans and Hamilton, we offer curated collections of new and pre-owned luxury watches. Our inventory includes limited edition models and vintage pieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Cartier. Clients receive expert guidance on mechanical movements, water resistance ratings, and investment potential. We also facilitate sourcing rare timepieces through our global network of trusted suppliers and provide authentication services for pre-owned acquisitions.
Gemstone Sourcing
Our gemologists source rare diamonds and colored gemstones directly from ethical mines and auctions. We specialize in conflict-free Canadian diamonds, lab-grown alternatives, and vintage-cut stones. The service includes certification from GIA or AGS for all diamonds over 0.5 carats. Clients can request specific shapes, colors, or historical provenance, with options for in-person stone selection at our Washington D.C. boutique.
Heirloom Repurposing
We transform inherited jewelry into modern designs while preserving sentimental value. The process begins with material analysis to determine usable components, followed by design consultations that incorporate family history elements. Our workshop can melt down old gold for new settings or integrate original stones into contemporary mounts. Clients receive detailed documentation of material origins and craftsmanship techniques used in the new creation.
People
Elyahu Araki
Owner & Lead Designer
Elyahu Araki founded Secrte Fine Jewelry in 1990 after decades of studying global jewelry traditions. His designs emphasize natural gemstone beauty through minimalist settings. He personally oversees all custom projects, ensuring quality from concept to completion.
Mr. Soo
Master Jeweler
With over 50 years of experience, Mr. Soo brings Old World craftsmanship to every piece. He specializes in intricate filigree work and complex stone settings, maintaining traditional Korean and Japanese techniques adapted for modern designs.
Kadya Araki
Certified Gemologist
Kadya Araki combines formal gemology training from GIA with creative design expertise. She assists clients in selecting stones for custom pieces and provides valuation services for estate jewelry collections.
Mari Casey Zabel
Design Consultant
Mari Casey Zabel specializes in engagement ring consultations, helping couples translate love stories into wearable art. Her background in art history informs her approach to vintage-inspired designs.
Questions
Can you create a custom engagement ring from heirloom stones?
Yes, we specialize in repurposing heirloom stones into new designs. Our team will assess your stones' condition and work with you to create a setting that preserves their history while meeting modern wearability standards.
Do you offer diamond certification for custom pieces?
All diamonds over 0.5 carats receive certification from GIA or AGS. We provide detailed documentation of cut, color, clarity, and carat weight with every custom jewelry order.
What metals are available for wedding bands?
We offer yellow, white, and rose gold, platinum, palladium, titanium, and tungsten. Clients can also request two-tone designs combining different metal types.
How long does custom jewelry production take?
Custom pieces typically require 4-6 weeks after design approval. Complex projects or special material requests may take longer, with regular progress updates provided throughout the process.
Do you repair jewelry purchased elsewhere?
Yes, we repair all fine jewelry regardless of purchase origin. Our workshop handles everything from simple resizing to antique restoration using both traditional and modern techniques.
Are your luxury watch appraisals accepted by insurance companies?
Our appraisals include detailed gemological analysis and replacement value calculations accepted by major insurers. We also provide court-admissible documentation for estate or legal purposes.
