Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Jeweller & Watch Specialist in Oxford
Established in 1946, John Gowing is a family-run, independent jeweller and watch specialist based in central Oxford. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team specialises in watch restoration, jewellery repairs, valuations, and bespoke design services. We pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail, elegance, and innovation, serving both local and international clients. Our in-house probate valuation service is completed within a working week, and all items are insured through T.H.March, the jewellery industry's leading insurer. As long-standing members of the National Association of Jewellers and The Guild of Master Craftsmen, we uphold the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer service.Our expertise extends to sourcing and servicing vintage and pre-owned watches, including luxury brands like Tissot and Daniel Wellington, alongside offering a curated selection of diamond jewellery and contemporary collections such as Ti Sento and Trollbeads. Every service is delivered with a commitment to preserving the sentimental and intrinsic value of our clients' cherished possessions.
Services
Watch Restoration
Jewellery Repairs
Probate Valuation
Part Exchange
Bespoke Design
Diamond Jewellery
Watch Servicing
Loose Diamonds
Custom Rings
Trollbeads Collection
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of expertise in jewellery and watch services.
- Family-run business with 100+ years collective industry experience.
- In-house probate valuations completed within a working week.
- Items insured through T.H.March, the jewellery industry's leading insurer.
- Long-standing members of the National Association of Jewellers and The Guild of Master Craftsmen.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Jewellers
- Guild of Master Craftsmen
What people say
Perfect bespoke engagement ring
Stunning quality
Easy process
Countless compliments
Friendly, affordable
Services
Watch Restoration
We restore vintage and antique watches, servicing movements and offering case, dial, and hand restoration. Our experts assess sentimental and intrinsic value, ensuring preservation of cherished timepieces with precision and care.
Jewellery Repairs
From minor alterations to complex remodelling, we repair and revitalise precious jewellery. Services include pearl rethreading, clasp replacement, and stone safety checks, ensuring longevity of both modern and heirloom pieces.
Probate Valuation
Our in-house probate valuations are completed within a working week, with items insured through T.H.March. We provide accurate assessments for insurance or estate purposes, excluding items without intrinsic value unless requested.
Bespoke Design
We create tailored engagement rings and jewellery, combining client visions with our craftsmanship. Recent projects include a 1.25ct round diamond ring praised for its stunning quality and bespoke process.
Part Exchange
We offer part-exchange valuations for watches and jewellery, either in-store or via Royal Mail Special Delivery. Unaccepted items are returned free of charge, ensuring a risk-free appraisal process.
People
John Gowing
Founder
John Gowing, a highly qualified watchmaker and jeweller with 46 years of experience, founded the family business in 1946, establishing a legacy of excellence in Oxford.
Questions
What services does John Gowing offer?
We provide watch restoration, jewellery repairs, probate valuations, part exchange, bespoke designs, and retail of luxury watches and diamond jewellery.
Do you offer jewellery valuations?
Yes, we provide professional probate and insurance valuations completed in-house within a working week, insured through T.H.March.
Can I part exchange my watch?
Yes, we offer part-exchange services in-store or via Royal Mail Special Delivery, with free returns if the valuation is declined.
Are your jewellery pieces insured?
All items in our trust are insured through T.H.March, the jewellery industry's leading insurer, and stored securely.
How long has John Gowing been in business?
John Gowing has been Oxford's trusted jeweller since 1946, making us a family-run business with over 70 years of combined experience.
