Christopher's Fine Jewelry & Rare Coins

At Christopher’s Fine Jewelry, it’s not just about helping you select that perfect piece –it’s about creating lasting memories.

For over 34 years, Christopher’s has been the trusted, local source for beautiful diamonds, unique jewelry and rare coins.Our philosophy has always been a simple one. We ensure that our valued customers receive the finest crafted jewelry and highest quality diamonds that Des Moines has to offer, at a fair and competitive price. You’ll find all of this and more at Christopher’s Fine Jewelry.

Christopher's is family owned and operated and has been in business since 1980. Owner Chris Seuntjens has made Customer Service and Value our main goal. Our sales people are not paid on commission, they are there to help you - not pressure you. We want to make your experience at Christopher's a positive one. Our overhead and operational costs are substantially lower than the chain stores and department stores. This allows us to offer the best quality jewelry at prices far below the competitions best sales prices. No phony sales or hype - just good honest value, everday. Our products: Laser inscribed certified loose diamonds, large selection of engagement rings and wedding bands, colored gemstone jewelry and That Special Look Collections, Hot Diamonds, Gold Chains, Bracelets and Fashion jewelry, previously owned and estate jewelry, Seiko watches, Coins, Currency and Precious Metals, and Coin Collecting Supplies.

On April 1, 1980 Chris Seuntjens opened a small coin shop in Ankeny, Iowa called Coin Works. The primary business was buying and selling rare coins, gold and silver bullion. The gold and silver market was very hot at the time, and many people were cashing in their used jewelry. After some time, Chris began having some of the more unique jewelry re-furbished and began selling them retail and wholesale. Over the years as the business grew, the name changed to Christopher's Coin Works and Fine Jewelry and eventually Christopher's Fine Jewelry and Rare Coins, Ltd. And is now located at 3427 Merle Hay Road in Des Moines. From day one, the company motto has been the golden rule: Treat customers the way we would like to be treated. Be courteous and respectful. We Work hard to be competitive and earn your business!

Diamond Selection
Christopher’s has the best selection of certified diamonds in Des Moines. We’ll take the time to educate you and help you choose the diamond that is perfect for you. Our selection of settings and engagement rings is one of the best of any Iowa jewelry store. Christopher’s offers a free insurance appraisal with any jewelry purchase over $500.

That Special Look
Christopher’s is the only Des Moines area jewelry store to design its own line of custom jewelry pieces. That Special Look offers a wide variety of settings and hand-selected gemstones for a piece like no other.

Rare Coins
Christopher’s Rare Coins offers a better selection of rare coins and precious metals than any other Iowa coin dealer. Christopher’s is also a top coin buyer of estates and collections of all sizes.
Christopher’s Rare Coins is the only coin dealer in Iowa that is a member in good standing of the American Numismatic Association, Central States Numismatic Society, the Iowa Jewelers Association and Jewelers of America. In addition, owner Chris Seuntjens is a past president of the Iowa Numismatic Association.

Services

We know that you have many options available when purchasing diamonds, jewelry and engagement settings. Christopher’s takes pride in being one of the few locally owned stores with a 34-year history of offering top-quality pieces at a fair price.

Custom design and remounting,
Free prong and stone inspection,
Free ultrasonic cleaning,
Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects on new jewelry,
Guaranteed repair service,
Layaway on in-stock items,
Financing,
Used jewelry buying and trading,
Three-year warranty and free replacement batteries for life on all Seiko watches,
Everyday best pricing so you don’t have to wait for a sale,
No high-pressure, commissioned salespeople