Jewelry repair and alteration in Worb near Bern
Jewelry often has great sentimental value. At Raspe Uhren & Goldschmiede in Worb, we repair and redesign your jewelry in our own workshop. Managing Director and goldsmith Philipp Raspe works at the workbench himself – this means short distances, personal advice, and fair prices even for small orders.
You can visit us without an appointment during our opening hours. Bring your jewelry with you – we will inspect it and discuss the options directly with you.
What we repair and redesign
- Resizing rings – adjusting the ring size without losing material
- Repairing chains and bracelets – broken links, faulty clasps
- Replacing clasps – lobster clasps, spring rings, push-back clasps
- Re-setting stones – securing lost or loose stones
- Repairing pendants – loops, hangers, connections
- Polishing and cleaning – restoring shine to dulled surfaces
- Redesigning heirlooms – creating something new and personal from old pieces
- Material changes – gold plating, rhodium plating, surface treatments
Heirlooms and redesigning – your piece, reimagined
Many pieces of jewelry are inherited – but the style no longer suits today's taste. Instead of letting the piece disappear into a drawer, we can redesign it: An old ring can become a modern pendant. An inherited brooch can become a new ring. The material and sentimental value remain – only the form is new.
Simply bring your piece in. We will discuss the options together and develop an idea that suits you.
How a repair or redesign works
1. Visual inspection
You bring the jewelry into our shop. We inspect it and estimate the effort required.
2. Advice and quote
We discuss the options, show examples, and provide you with a transparent quote.
3. Work in our workshop
Once the order is placed, we work directly in our workshop in Worb. Depending on the task, this takes anywhere from a few days to several weeks.
4. Handover
We hand over the finished piece to you in person and review the result together.
Frequently asked questions about jewelry repair
How long does a repair take?
Simple jobs such as changing a clasp or adjusting a ring size are often completed within a few days. More elaborate redesigns or special work take correspondingly longer – we will discuss this when accepting the order.
How much does a repair cost?
This depends on the work and the material. We provide you with a transparent cost estimate before any repair. We are also happy to carry out small orders – with no minimum order value.
Do you also repair costume jewelry?
In most cases, yes. For very inexpensive costume jewelry, a repair may sometimes not be worth it – we will assess this honestly on site and advise you openly.
Can an heirloom be redesigned even if I only have a rough idea?
Yes, of course. Bring the piece in and describe what you have in mind. We will develop an idea together with you. We will make suggestions, and you can decide in peace.
Do you also repair pieces that were not purchased from you?
Of course. We repair jewelry regardless of where you originally purchased it.
Can I have old gold incorporated into the new piece?
Yes, many of our customers do this. The old gold is melted down and used for the new piece. This has great sentimental value and reduces material costs.
Address and opening hours
Raspe Uhren & Goldschmiede
Bernstrasse 28
3076 Worb
Telephone: 031 839 25 36
Email: kontakt@raspe.ch
Opening hours:
Monday: 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
More about our goldsmith services: Custom wedding rings, Gold buying.
How to find us:
Raspe GmbH Watches & Jewellery
Bernstrasse 28
3076 Worb
Switzerland
Telephone: 031 839 25 36
Email: kontakt@raspe.be
Opening Hours
Mon: 1:30 - 5:30 PM
Tue-Fri: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 1:30 - 5:30 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM