Jewelry Guides & Resources

Expert, plain-language guides from Ralph's Jewelers, Sacramento's jeweler for decades. Whether you're choosing an engagement ring, buying a pre-owned Rolex, planning wedding gold or selling jewelry, start here.

Engagement Rings & Bridal

Diamond Engagement Ring Buying Guide

Budget, shapes, the 4 C's, settings and metals.

Custom Engagement Rings

How custom design works, step by step.

Lab-Grown vs. Natural Diamonds

Price, value, look and durability compared.

Ring Size Guide

How to find a ring size, even for a surprise.

Bridal Sets & Wedding Bands

How to match a band to your engagement ring.

Men's Wedding Bands Guide

Gold, platinum, tungsten and diamond bands.

Where to Buy an Engagement Ring in Sacramento

What to look for in a local jeweler.

Diamonds 101: The 4 C's

Cut, color, clarity and carat explained.

Pre-Owned Rolex & Watches

Pre-Owned Rolex Models Explained

Datejust, Day-Date, Submariner, GMT and more.

Buying a Pre-Owned Rolex

Authenticity, aftermarket parts, box and papers.

How to Sell a Rolex

What affects your offer and how it works.

Rolex Service Cost Guide

What it costs to maintain your timepiece.

Watch Repair

Batteries, sizing and Swiss watch service.

Gold Jewelry

21K Dubai Gold Explained

Purity, color and 21K vs. 22K vs. 18K.

22K & 21K Bridal Gold Guide

Wedding gold for Afghan, Indian and Arabic weddings.

Gold Chain Styles Guide

Cuban, Franco, rope, Figaro and more.

Hollow vs. Semi-Solid vs. Solid Chains

How to tell them apart and which to buy.

How Gold Jewelry Is Priced

Karat, grams and the gold market.

We Buy Gold, Diamonds & Rolex

Free evaluations done in front of you.

Gifts, Care & Services

Holiday Jewelry Gift Guide

Gift ideas for her and him at every budget.

Diamond Tennis Bracelet Guide

Carat weight, settings and clasps.

Jewelry Care & Cleaning

Keep diamonds, gold and watches looking new.

Jewelry Repair

Sizing, prongs, stones and chains, on-site.

About Ralph's Jewelers

Sacramento's Engagement Ring Destination

One of the area's largest bridal selections.

Pre-Owned Rolex & Diamond Jewelry Destination

Watches and diamonds, all in one showroom.

Sacramento's 21K Gold Destination

Dubai, Arabic, Afghan and Indian-style gold.

Engagement Rings, Rolex & 21K Gold in Sacramento

Everything we do, in one place.

Our Luxury Showroom

What to expect when you visit.

Why Choose Ralph's Jewelers

Selection, transparency and service.

Craftsmanship & Value

Quality you can see, at a fair price.

Visit Ralph's Jewelers in Sacramento & Carmichael

Ralph's Jewelers has been Sacramento's jeweler for decades, with one of the largest selections of fine diamond and gold jewelry and fine Swiss timepieces in the Sacramento area, shown in a high-end, luxury showroom atmosphere at two locations: Arden Way in Sacramento and Madison Avenue in Carmichael.

Ralph's Jewelers – Arden (Sacramento)

3416 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 207-4710

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Ralph's Jewelers – Madison (Carmichael)

6630 Madison Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608
Phone: (916) 627-5986