11 Jewelry Stores and Jewelers in Sussex County, NJ

Jewelry stores in Sussex County, NJ range from family jewelers who have been on Main Street for decades to a permanent jewelry studio and a healing crystal designer. Our team found 11 independent shops and jewelers in Sparta, Stanhope, Franklin, Hamburg, Sussex, Wantage, Lafayette and Newton, and checked each one against its own website or Google Business Profile.

Most of these shops also handle repairs, appraisals and custom design all year. For more gift ideas, see our gift shops in Sussex County guide.

1. Golden Castle Jewelers, Sparta

Golden Castle Jewelers at 21 Theatre Centre in Sparta has served the area since 1988 under the same owners, Steve and Ilana Bitlisli, who are both certified gemologists. It carries brands like Hidalgo, Novell and Movado, pieces Steve designs in platinum and gold, and offers appraisals, custom design, remounts and watch repair. The site lists hours of Tuesday to Friday, 11 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday, 10 AM to 4:30 PM, with Mondays by appointment. Phone: (973) 729-0344. Email: info@goldencastlejewelers.com.

2. Sparta Coin and Jewelry, Sparta

Sparta Coin & Jewelry at 5 Theatre Centre is a family-owned store that has been in Sparta for more than 25 years. It sells diamonds, gold chains, earrings and watches at a range of budgets, and it buys gold, silver, coins and jewelry. The store lists hours of Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM, Thursday until 7 PM and Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM. Phone: (973) 729-3100. Email: ronpapso@gmail.com.

3. J. Thomas Jewelers, Sparta

J. Thomas Jewelers at 243 Sparta Avenue, in the Sparta Mall, is a family business run by Leonard and Liz Girardo for more than 30 years. It carries Henri Daussi and the Frederic Sage bridal collection and handles custom designs, remounts, ring sizing and watch service. Its Google Business Profile is promoting a gold buying event with extended hours on Thursday, Nov. 12 (11 AM to 5 PM), Friday, Nov. 13 (11 AM to 3 PM) and Saturday, Nov. 14 (10 AM to 3 PM). Phone: (973) 729-4969. Email: j.thomasjewelers1@outlook.com.

4. Byram Jewelers and Rare Coins, Stanhope

Byram Jewelers & Rare Coins at 13 Route 206 is run by certified gold dealers and jewelers who have served northwest New Jersey for more than 16 years. Along with fine jewelry, it stocks rare coins and precious metals and specializes in repair, custom design and appraisals. Phone: (973) 691-9200. Text: (973) 670-5233.

5. Michael’s Jewelers, Franklin

Michael’s Jewelers has been on Main Street in Franklin since 1948. It was founded by Michael, a World War II veteran, and is now run by his daughter, a second-generation jeweler trained at the Gemological Institute of America and the Louisville Jewelry School. The shop at 125 Main Street offers repairs, custom design and fine jewelry, and its two Briards greet customers. Hours are Wednesday to Friday, 11 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, noon to 4 PM. Phone: (973) 827-7310.

6. North Church Jewelry, Hamburg

North Church Jewelry now sits at 81 Route 23 North, Suite D, in Hamburg, a move the shop announced on its Google Business Profile. The listing shows hours of Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, 10 AM to 3 PM. Phone: (973) 827-0545.

7. Jade Jewelry and Gifts, Hamburg

Jade Jewelry and Gifts at 3339 Route 94 in Hamburg focuses on handcrafted jade, gold and silver jewelry, plus diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, charms, candles and gifts. It also offers repair services. Its Google listing shows weekend hours, Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday 11 AM to 4 PM. Phone: (973) 737-1620. Email: contact@thejadejewelry.com.

8. D’Andrea’s Jewelers, Sussex

D’Andrea’s Jewelers at 121 Route 23 in Sussex is owned by jeweler Andrea Randolph. Its Vernon Chamber of Commerce listing highlights engagement rings, anniversary gifts, new jewelry, estate pieces and repairs. The shop’s Google Business Profile lists hours of Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, 9 AM to 2 PM. Phone: (973) 875-5395.

9. Zen Jewelz by ZenJen, Wantage

Zen Jewelz by ZenJen, listed at 1347 Route 23 in Wantage, makes healing crystal jewelry by hand. Designer ZenJen cleanses each stone with Reiki and smudging, and the line includes stretch bracelets, chakra pieces, permanent jewelry and engagement rings. Phone: (973) 702-2300. Email: zenjen@zenjewelz.com.

10. Arc and Alloy Permanent Jewelry, Lafayette

Arc & Alloy Permanent Jewelry is listed at 75 Route 15 in Lafayette Township and welds clasp-free bracelets, necklaces and anklets to fit. Jeweler Melissa offers gold, silver and rose gold chains, a charm bar and birthstone connectors, with appointments booked online. Phone: (973) 271-9008.

11. Jewelz Jemz, Newton

Jewelz Jemz at 735 Route 94, Store 6, in Newton sells one-of-a-kind gemstone rings and jewelry alongside the owner’s hand-painted wood art and crafts. Every piece is a one-off, so the selection changes often. Phone: (973) 626-2371.

Tips for jewelry shopping in Sussex County

• Bring old gold. Golden Castle, Sparta Coin and Jewelry, J. Thomas and Byram Jewelers all buy gold.
• Plan a Sparta stop. Golden Castle and Sparta Coin and Jewelry share Theatre Centre, and J. Thomas is a short drive down Sparta Avenue.
• Pair it with clothes. Our list of clothing boutiques in Sussex County covers nearby shops.