Business Details
Handcrafted Jewelry & Custom Designs in Sacramento
Skalet Family Jewelers has dedicated itself to the art of fine jewelry craftsmanship for over 140 years. Founded in the late 1880s by Russian goldsmith Ben Skalet, our family legacy spans four generations of expertise in designing and creating handcrafted jewelry. Through wartime service crafting surgical equipment and post-war expansion into Sacramento, we've maintained an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. Our team includes master jewelers trained at prestigious institutions like the Gemological Institute of America and Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts. We specialize in custom-designed pieces that combine traditional techniques with modern technology, including state-of-the-art CAD/CAM design.Our goldsmiths preserve time-honored craftsmanship while offering contemporary solutions like remounting heirloom gemstones. Holding certifications from the American Gem Society and Graduate Gemologist credentials, we ensure every piece meets rigorous quality standards. Our Sacramento store serves as both a workshop and retail space, offering personalized service that has built multigenerational customer relationships. We maintain membership in professional organizations that require ongoing education and ethical business practices. From simple rings to one-of-a-kind creations, each piece carries our family name as a guarantee of excellence.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Diamond Rings
Gemstone Earrings
Wedding Bands
Estate Jewelry
Gemstone Remounting
Placer Gold
Gents Rings
Pendant Creation
Jewelry Repair
Highlights and features
- Four generations of jewelry-making expertise since 1880
- In-house CAD/CAM design and production capabilities
- American Gem Society certified gemologist appraisers
- Preservation of traditional goldsmithing techniques
- Personalized remounting of heirloom gemstones
Associations and certifications
- American Gem Society
- Gemological Institute of America
What people say
Exquisite work
Expert craftsmanship
Personalized service
Quality gems
Family tradition
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Our master jewelers create one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional techniques and modern CAD/CAM technology. We work closely with clients to transform personal stories into wearable art while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship standards. Each design undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure lasting beauty and durability.
Gemstone Remounting
We specialize in preserving family heirlooms by remounting precious stones into new settings. Our artisans carefully evaluate existing gemstones to create updated designs that honor their history while meeting contemporary style preferences and wearability needs.
Estate Jewelry
Our curated collection features authentic vintage jewelry and period-inspired designs. We authenticate and restore antique pieces while offering modern interpretations that maintain historical craftsmanship techniques and design elements.
Placer Gold
We work with raw placer gold to create unique jewelry pieces that showcase natural gold formations. Our experts help clients incorporate found gold into wearable art while maintaining the metal's inherent character and value.
Wedding Bands
Our custom wedding bands combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design options. We offer extensive customization choices including metal selection, engraving, and unique texturing techniques to create meaningful symbols of commitment.
People
Ben Skalet
Founder
Russian immigrant goldsmith who established the family jewelry tradition in New York City during the late 1880s, laying the foundation for four generations of craftsmanship excellence.
John Skalet
Second Generation
Expanded the business during mid-20th century, transitioning from wartime surgical equipment production back to jewelry making, establishing the Tahoe City location in 1973.
Howard Skalet
Third Generation
Joined the business in 1982 after completing Gemological Institute of America courses, formalizing the company's commitment to professional gemology education and certification.
Adam Skalet
Fourth Generation
Master jeweler trained at Revere Academy, bringing contemporary design elements to the family business while maintaining traditional craftsmanship standards since 1983.
Todd Sullivan
Master Jeweler
Talented designer and goldsmith who joined the team to expand creative capabilities, combining technical expertise with artistic vision for custom jewelry creation.
Questions
What makes Skalet Family Jewelers unique?
Four generations of continuous family ownership and operation since 1880, combining traditional goldsmithing with modern design technology.
Do you work with heirloom gemstones?
Yes, we specialize in remounting heirloom stones into new settings while preserving their historical value and sentimental significance.
Are your diamonds ethically sourced?
We maintain strict quality standards and source diamonds through reputable suppliers committed to ethical mining and trading practices.
Can you create custom wedding rings?
Yes, we offer complete customization for wedding bands including metal selection, engraving, and unique texturing techniques.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain membership in the American Gem Society and employ Graduate Gemologists certified by the Gemological Institute of America.
Do you buy vintage jewelry?
Yes, we purchase vintage and unwanted jewelry, gold, and diamonds with fair market value assessments by certified appraisers.
