Guide: Jewellery Repair Service

Our expert jewellers are here to help. Using a combination of traditional skills and modern technology in our Chichester workshop, we treat every piece with the utmost care.

This guide explains our repair services—from simple maintenance to complex heirloom restorations—and details our simple, transparent process, so you can feel confident in bringing your treasures back to life.

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Repair Your Jewellery With Griffin & Co

We offer a comprehensive range of repair services to bring your beloved jewellery back to life.

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Frequently Asked Questions.

What types of jewellery repairs do you offer?

We offer a comprehensive repair service, all completed with the highest level of craftsmanship. Our most common services include:

  • Ring resizing (sizing up or down)
  • Chain and bracelet repair (soldering broken links, new clasps)
  • Stone checking, tightening, and replacement (for loose or lost diamonds/gemstones)
  • Claw re-tipping and re-building to keep your stones secure
  • Professional cleaning, polishing, and rhodium plating to restore shine
  • Heirloom restoration and remodelling
How does the jewellery repair process work?

It's simple and transparent.

  1. Bring your piece to our Chichester showroom. No appointment is necessary.
  2. Get an expert assessment and a no-obligation quote from our team. We'll explain the work required and the cost.
  3. If you approve, we will securely book in your item and our jewellers will complete the work in our workshop.
  4. We'll notify you as soon as your piece is ready for collection, looking as beautiful as it should.
How long will my repair take?

The time required depends on the complexity of the repair. A simple chain solder or ring resize might be completed within a few days, while a complex heirloom restoration could take several weeks. When you bring your item in for a quote, we will provide you with a clear and accurate timescale for the work.

My ring doesn't sparkle like it used to. Does it need a repair?

This is very common! Over time, daily wear, lotions, and soaps can build up on a ring and block light, making it look dull. This often doesn't need a "repair" but rather a professional clean and polish. We can safely remove the build-up, check that all stones are secure, and polish the metal. If your ring is white gold, we can also re-apply the rhodium plating to restore that bright, white, "like-new" finish.

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