Business Details
39 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry & Engagement Rings in Bakersfield
Latham Sheets Fine Jewelry has been serving the Bakersfield community since 1987, offering unique, vintage, custom, and designer jewelry pieces. Our family-owned business specializes in engagement rings, wedding bands, and fine jewelry, combining elegant design with exceptional craftsmanship. Our team includes G.I.A. certified diamond graders and experienced jewelry designers who bring over 25 years of expertise to every client interaction. We pride ourselves on providing personalized service to help customers find or create the perfect jewelry piece. Our commitment to quality extends to our extensive diamond selection, sourced through global brokers to ensure competitive pricing.We offer comprehensive jewelry services including repairs, appraisals, and battery replacements through authorized service centers. Our sales team maintains deep local market knowledge to help clients find quality jewelry at accessible price points. With a focus on customer satisfaction, we work closely with clients to realize their unique design visions through custom creations. Our inventory features renowned designers like Natalie K and Gottlieb & Sons, alongside a curated collection of gemstones and precious metals. As a trusted local business, we maintain transparency in pricing and strive to exceed expectations through attentive service and technical expertise.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Diamond Grading
Jewelry Repairs
Appraisals
Battery Replacement
Gemstone Setting
Vintage Restoration
Estate Jewelry Sales
Ring Sizing
Metal Refinishing
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- G.I.A. certified diamond graders with over 25 years of jewelry expertise
- Custom design services for unique, personalized jewelry creations
- Access to global diamond brokers for competitive pricing
- Authorized service centers for premium jewelry maintenance
- Family-owned business with deep Bakersfield community roots
Associations and certifications
- G.I.A.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Our G.I.A. certified designers transform client visions into unique jewelry pieces using advanced design software and traditional craftsmanship. We guide clients through material selection, stone grading, and production while maintaining strict quality control. This service caters to customers seeking one-of-a-kind engagement rings, wedding bands, and statement jewelry.
Diamond Grading
Professional diamond assessment using G.I.A. standards for cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Our certified graders provide accurate valuations for both loose stones and mounted jewelry. This service supports customers purchasing diamonds or seeking documentation for insurance purposes.
Jewelry Repairs
Comprehensive repair services including ring sizing, prong rebuilding, and broken chain soldering. Our technicians handle precious metals and delicate gemstones with specialized tools to restore damaged jewelry to original condition while preserving structural integrity.
Appraisals
Detailed jewelry appraisals conducted by experienced professionals for insurance, estate planning, or resale purposes. We provide documented assessments of material value, craftsmanship, and market worth using current industry pricing standards.
Battery Replacement
Professional battery replacement for luxury watches through authorized service centers. Our technicians ensure water resistance maintenance and proper functionality testing while working on both high-end and everyday timepieces.
People
Kandice Sheets
Owner and Operator
G.I.A. certified diamond grader with over 25 years of jewelry design experience. Specializes in custom creations and diamond selection while leading the business since 1987.
Pam Morales
Chief of Sales
25-year jewelry sales veteran with expertise in helping clients find quality pieces at accessible price points while maintaining Bakersfield community connections.
Questions
Do you offer custom jewelry design services?
Yes, we specialize in custom jewelry creation with experienced designers who transform client visions into unique pieces using advanced design tools.
Can you help with diamond selection?
Our G.I.A. certified graders assist with diamond selection from our extensive inventory and global broker network to find stones matching your specifications.
What jewelry repair services are available?
We offer comprehensive repairs including sizing, prong rebuilding, chain soldering, and watch battery replacement through authorized service centers.
Do you provide jewelry appraisals?
Yes, we offer professional appraisal services for insurance, estate planning, or resale purposes with documented valuation reports.
Are engagement rings available in different price ranges?
We carry engagement rings from $1,000 to $8,000 with various metal and stone options to accommodate different budgets.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our store directly for current payment method information as this detail wasn't specified in available documentation.
