Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Jewelers in Witney Since 1987
Michael Lynes Jewellery has been serving Witney and surrounding areas since 1987, combining over five decades of industry expertise with a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. Our team specialises in buying and selling fine jewellery, offering repair services, and providing expert valuations for insurance and probate purposes. With a particular passion for vintage pieces, we pride ourselves on preserving heritage while offering contemporary solutions. Our workshops in Birmingham and Berkshire enable comprehensive goldsmithing, from simple repairs to intricate custom commissions. We maintain transparency through fixed pricing structures and provide detailed documentation for all transactions.Our staff undergo continuous professional development to maintain industry-leading standards. Customer satisfaction remains paramount, evidenced by our repeat clientele and personalised service approach. We adhere to strict ethical guidelines, ensuring all materials comply with UK nickel regulations. Our valuation services utilise industry-standard software for accurate, defensible assessments. Through our association with Seiko and extensive watch repair capabilities, we cater to diverse horological needs. This combination of tradition, technical expertise, and customer focus has established us as trusted specialists in the jewellery sector.
Services
Jewellery Repairs
Watch Services
Pearl Restringing
Engraving
Valuations
Gold Buying
Vintage Jewellery
Wedding Rings
Bespoke Commissions
Insurance Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years experience of buying gold, diamonds and second hand jewellery
- A one-to-one friendly, personal service with our expert team
- We offer great prices based on current market rates
- We will usually pay within 24hrs, once a price is agreed
- Our team includes JET qualification candidates and experienced valuers
Services
Jewellery Repairs
Our expert goldsmiths handle all repair requirements from simple soldering to complex re-modelling. With two specialist workshops, we restore damaged pieces while preserving original integrity. Each item receives individual attention from master craftsmen with decades of experience. We offer ring resizing, rhodium plating, and gemstone replacement services.
Watch Services
We provide comprehensive watch maintenance including battery replacement, strap adjustments, and full mechanical servicing. On-site repairs typically complete within three days, while complex Seiko servicing takes six to eight weeks. Our technicians maintain original functionality while respecting each timepiece's heritage and value.
Pearl Restringing
Professional pearl and bead re-stringing using premium threads and clasps. Our specialists handle delicate items with care, offering various threading options while maintaining original design aesthetics. Each service includes thorough inspection of beads and findings to ensure lasting durability and safety.
Valuations
Accurate insurance and probate valuations conducted by certified professionals. Using industry-standard Appraiser software, we provide detailed documentation with 2.5% valuation fee (minimum 25) for insurance and 4% (minimum 40) for probate assessments. All items receive professional cleaning prior to evaluation.
Gold Buying
Competitive pricing for gold, silver, and diamonds with transparent two-tier offers. Customers receive immediate payment or enhanced part-exchange rates. We test all metals to ensure quality and provide seven-day consideration period. Minimum transaction value applies to scrap materials.
People
Michael Lynes
Founder & Valuer
With 50 years industry experience since his Birmingham apprenticeship in the 1970s, Michael specialises in vintage jewellery and diamond grading. He oversees all valuations and complex commissions, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to preserve heritage pieces.
Alana Young
Jewellery Specialist
Design-trained gemology expert working towards JET qualification. Our longest-serving team member, Alana combines fashion awareness with technical knowledge to advise on both contemporary and vintage pieces while managing stock acquisitions.
Michelle Waldron
Trainee Jeweller
New team member rapidly acquiring industry qualifications through hands-on experience. Michelle demonstrates exceptional learning ability, assisting with repairs and customer service while developing expertise in precious metal workmanship.
Pat Allday
Repair Specialist
Experienced repair department lead with comprehensive knowledge of fine jewellery mechanics. Pat manages intricate restoration projects while providing expert sales advice, ensuring technical excellence maintains each piece's aesthetic and structural integrity.
Catherine
Vintage Specialist
Two-year team member with exceptional attention to detail, particularly focused on vintage jewellery. Catherine curates our period pieces collection and advises customers on historical designs, combining appreciation for traditional craftsmanship with modern wearability considerations.
Questions
What services do you offer for damaged jewellery?
We provide comprehensive repair services including resizing, re-plating, gemstone replacement, and structural restoration using traditional goldsmithing techniques in our specialist workshops.
Can you help with selling inherited jewellery?
Yes, we offer two valuation options: immediate payment or enhanced part-exchange rate against new purchases or services, with seven days to consider our professional assessment.
Do you repair watches from any manufacturer?
We handle most watch repairs in-store for Seiko models, while other brands receive specialist servicing through approved suppliers, with clear timescale communication.
How do you value jewellery for insurance purposes?
Our certified valuers use industry-standard software to determine current market values, charging 2.5% of assessed value (minimum £25) with full documentation and cleaning included.
Can you create custom jewellery pieces?
Yes, we offer bespoke commission services combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design, specialising in transforming inherited pieces into new creations while preserving sentimental value.
What payment options are available?
We accept immediate payment for gold transactions and offer part-exchange options against stock items or services, with all pricing based on current market rates.
