Jewelry items can be some of our most precious items, and we want to keep them pristine. However, when a piece breaks or needs some TLC, you’ll want to take it somewhere you can trust. Charles Schwartz & Son is, arguably, the most well-known jeweler in DC and is the best place for high-quality jewelry… Read more »
Blog
Need to fix a broken clasp? Tighten loose prongs? Resize a watch band? We know that jewelry is an integral part of any person’s accessory collection and is a valued asset to any outfit. When one of your most loved pieces gets damaged or broken, you want to be sure that you bring it to… Read more »
Since 1888, Charles Schwartz & Son has been buying and selling antique jewelry in the DC area. Our staff of expert jewelers will evaluate all of your pieces and offer you the highest possible price while simultaneously treating each and every customer with the utmost care, professionalism, respect, and confidentiality. The Best Place to Sell… Read more »
What is the Birthstone for December? Lucky people born in December have three beautiful birthstones to choose from when picking out their signature jewelry: Tanzanite: Tanzanite is a blue-purple variety of the mineral zoisite, found only in Tanzania. Often used as a duplicate for sapphire, this stone is admired for its deep blue hues and… Read more »
Breaking or damaging your favorite piece of jewelry can be extremely upsetting. When looking for a jewelry repair shop in DC, you’ll want to find a reputable store that provides fast, trustworthy service. Charles Schwartz & Son provides just that! What is the Best DC Jewelry Repair Store? Jewelry can be one of the most… Read more »
What is the Birthstone for November? Like many other months, November has more than one gemstone to celebrate those born during it. Topaz and Citrine are both beautiful stones that can be shown in various jewelry pieces. Both gemstones have incredibly rich histories behind them and have been seen in jewelry from various eras of… Read more »

History Of The Oldest Jewelers in Washington DC Charles Schwartz & Son was started in 1888 by the Schwartz family. Later on, in 1984, the store was passed on to the Pastor family who, to this day, are continuing the tradition of providing superb fine jewelry to the Washington DC area. At Charles Schwartz & Son… Read more »

What is the History of Engagement Rings? Throughout history, jewelry has always played a major role in society. Through the ever-changing trends, designs, and styles, jewelry has always been an integral part of anyone’s closet and fashion style. The estate jewelry experts at Charles Schwartz & Son are extremely well-versed in classifying and dating estate… Read more »
When it comes to picking out the perfect engagement ring for your significant other, you’ll want to find something that they’ll love for years to come. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean you need to stop your search at conventional diamond rings. Beyond the traditional option, there are a variety of beautiful and unique gemstone rings… Read more »
A piece of jewelry can be central to your identity, one of your reliable everyday accessories, or your favorite piece to wear on a night out. When one of our most loved pieces gets damaged or broken, you want to be sure that you bring it to professionals to get it fixed. Charles Schwartz &… Read more »
Are you looking for an engagement ring and want something special and unique? Visit Washington DC (or our expansive online store) to shop at Charles Schwartz & Son, one of DC’s oldest jewelers. Trustworthy DC Engagement Ring Sellers As mentioned before, Charles Schwartz & Son is the district’s oldest jeweler. Started by the Schwartz family… Read more »
Did You See Our Antique Engagement Rings Featured In BRIDES? We were honored to see our name in BRIDES featuring family heirloom rings from our store dating back to the 1800s. As Washington DC’s oldest jewelers, we love seeing our jewelry enjoyed by our incredible clients. As always we want to thank our clients and… Read more »