Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Family Jeweler for Estate Jewelry & Custom Designs
Since 1985, Sheldon Jewelers has been a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional jewelry services in Framingham, MA. Founded by Sheldon Smith, our store combines decades of industry experience with modern technology to meet all jewelry needs. We specialize in estate jewelry buying, offering fair assessments based on current market trends for gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, and heirloom pieces. Our in-house repair services are performed by GIA-trained professionals using advanced laser welding techniques, ensuring precision restoration of antique and contemporary jewelry.With two CAD design programs, we create custom engagement rings, bracelets, and necklaces tailored to client visions. Our commitment to transparency and personalized service has earned us trust as a local authority in jewelry evaluation and estate liquidation. We pride ourselves on treating every customer like family, maintaining a welcoming environment where expertise meets approachability. Over 35 years of operation have solidified our reputation as a one-stop shop for buying, selling, repairing, and designing fine jewelry.
Services
Estate Jewelry Buying
Jewelry Repair
Custom Design
Diamond Appraisal
Antique Restoration
Gold & Silver Purchases
Coin & Bullion Services
CAD Jewelry Modeling
Engagement Ring Creation
Inherited Jewelry Liquidation
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of jewelry buying and restoration experience
- GIA-trained professionals for accurate diamond evaluations
- In-house jewelry repair with laser welding technology
- Custom CAD design services for personalized jewelry creation
- Transparent pricing based on current market trends
Associations and certifications
- Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
What people say
Transparent process
Fair pricing
Made me feel like family
Services
Estate Jewelry Buying
We specialize in evaluating and purchasing estate jewelry with over 35 years of expertise. Our GIA-trained staff provides fair market assessments for gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, and heirloom pieces. Transparent pricing based on current stock market values ensures clients receive maximum value for their items.
Custom Jewelry Design
Using advanced CAD technology, we create personalized jewelry pieces tailored to client specifications. Our design process allows visualization of final products before production begins. Services include engagement rings, bracelets, and repurposed heirloom jewelry using precious metals and stones.
Antique Restoration
Our experts specialize in restoring antique jewelry to original condition using precision techniques. With over 20 years of experience, we handle delicate repairs on century-old pieces while maintaining historical integrity. Services include cleaning, reconstruction, and structural reinforcement of vintage items.
Diamond Evaluation
GIA-trained professionals provide on-site diamond evaluations using industry-standard tools. We assess cut, clarity, color, and carat weight to determine accurate market value. Services include certification documentation and competitive purchasing offers for loose and mounted diamonds.
Precious Metal Purchases
We buy gold, silver, platinum, and palladium in all forms including jewelry, flatware, and bullion. Our pricing reflects real-time market data with immediate payment upon transaction completion. Services extend to large estates and bulk quantities of precious metal items.
People
Sheldon Smith
Founder
Sheldon established the business in 1985 after decades of experience as a jewelry salesman. He oversees estate evaluations and maintains industry connections developed over 35+ years in the jewelry trade.
Russell Smith
Jewelry Designer
Sheldon's son Russell, a North Bennet Street School graduate, manages custom design and repairs. With CAD expertise and 20+ years of restoration experience, he leads jewelry creation and technical operations.
Ella Smith
Operations Manager
Ella assists in daily operations and customer service. As a third-generation team member, she ensures smooth business functions while maintaining the family's commitment to personalized service.
Questions
What types of jewelry do you buy?
We purchase all precious metal jewelry including gold, silver, and platinum, plus diamonds, estate pieces, heirloom items, and large diamonds.
How are jewelry values determined?
Assessments consider current market prices, metal purity, gemstone quality, and item condition using GIA-certified evaluation methods.
Do you offer jewelry repair services?
Yes, we provide in-house repairs using laser welding technology for gold, silver, and platinum jewelry including antique restoration.
Can you create custom jewelry designs?
Our CAD programs enable custom engagement rings, bracelets, and necklaces based on client specifications with virtual previews before production.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Framingham and Sudbury, MA with jewelry buying, selling, and repair services available to surrounding communities.
