36 phrases · Levels: A1A2B1B2
Cerco un anello da fidanzamento.
I am looking for an engagement ring.
Open with this phrase when entering a jeweller's for an engagement ring. It immediately signals the purpose of your visit and will prompt the staff to guide you to the right section and ask the right questions.
Preferisce l'oro bianco o l'oro giallo?
Do you prefer white gold or yellow gold?
This is a question the jeweller will ask you. Know the Italian terms so you can respond confidently. Your answer determines the style direction of the entire purchase.
Quanti carati ha questo oro?
How many carats is this gold?
Ask when considering any gold jewellery. Carat purity affects both durability and value. Italian fine jewellery is almost always 18-carat — knowing this helps you assess quality and compare prices.
Posso vedere il solitario con il diamante?
Can I see the solitaire with the diamond?
Point to an item in the display case and ask to see it. In Italian jewellers, items are kept in locked cases and staff will bring them to you for a closer look.
Che tipo di pietra è?
What type of stone is it?
Ask to identify a gemstone in any piece of jewellery. Important for understanding value, quality, and care requirements. Italian jewellers can explain stone characteristics in detail.
Può spiegarmi le quattro C del diamante?
Can you explain the four Cs of diamond to me?
Ask when buying a diamond ring or any significant diamond jewellery. Understanding the four Cs (Cut, Colour, Clarity, Carat weight) allows you to make an informed decision and compare options fairly.
Cerco una collana in argento.
I am looking for a silver necklace.
A simple, useful phrase for browsing. Stating the material (argento/silver) narrows the search immediately. If you also know the style: 'una collana in argento con ciondolo' (a silver necklace with a pendant).
È possibile inciderlo?
Is it possible to engrave it?
Ask when buying a ring, bracelet, or pendant and wanting a personalised message. Engraving transforms a beautiful piece into a truly personal gift.
Questo oro ha una garanzia?
Does this gold come with a guarantee?
Ask when purchasing any gold piece. Italian jewellery comes with both a legal 2-year guarantee and the hallmark guarantee of metal purity. Knowing what is covered protects your investment.
Potete ridimensionare l'anello?
Can you resize the ring?
Ask when a ring fits but needs to be slightly larger or smaller, or when buying a ring as a gift. Most gold and silver rings can be resized by a skilled jeweller. Some designs (eternity rings) cannot.
Posso vedere quegli orecchini?
Can I see those earrings?
Point to a display case and ask to see a specific item. The demonstrative 'quegli' (those — for masculine plural) is the correct form before a vowel. Understanding this grammar helps you ask precisely.
Cerco un bracciale con charm.
I am looking for a charm bracelet.
Use when looking for a charm or charm-style bracelet. Italian jewellers stock everything from high-end charm bracelets (Pandora-style) to artisanal silver charm jewellery.
È fatta a mano?
Is it handmade?
Ask when buying from a traditional Italian jeweller or artisan goldsmith shop ('laboratorio orafo'). Handmade pieces are more valuable and unique — worth knowing before comparing prices.
Posso ordinare un pezzo su misura?
Can I order a custom piece?
Use when you want a piece designed specifically for you — a unique gift, an unusual design, or a recreation of a family heirloom. Italian goldsmiths excel at custom work.
È ipoallergenico?
Is it hypoallergenic?
Ask if you have metal allergies — particularly nickel allergy, which is common. Italian consumer law restricts nickel content in jewellery. Platinum, titanium, and 18-carat gold are generally safe.
Posso portare un mio anello da valutare?
Can I bring one of my rings to be valued?
Use when you want an appraisal of inherited jewellery, old pieces, or items you want to sell. Italian jewellers offer valuation services and can assess authenticity, metal purity, and gemstone quality.
Avete gioielli vintage o d'epoca?
Do you have vintage or antique jewellery?
Use in antique jewellery shops or when browsing a jeweller known for period pieces. Italy has extraordinary antique and vintage jewellery due to its long goldsmithing history.
Viene fornito di cofanetto?
Does it come with a box?
Ask when buying jewellery as a gift or when you want proper storage. A presentation box adds perceived value to a gift and protects the jewellery during transport.
È per un'occasione speciale.
It is for a special occasion.
Say this to give the jeweller context for your purchase. Knowing the occasion helps them recommend appropriate pieces and style. Italians take gift giving seriously — the occasion shapes the choice.
Posso vedere il vostro catalogo?
Can I see your catalogue?
Ask when you want to browse more options than are on display, or when you want to order something not in stock. Many Italian jewellers have catalogues from manufacturers and can order items.
Ha i certificati della pietra?
Does it have the stone's certificates?
Always ask for diamonds and coloured gemstones of significant value. A certificate from an independent gemmological laboratory is the only objective proof of a stone's quality grade.
Come si pulisce questo gioiello?
How do you clean this jewellery?
Ask before leaving the shop so you know how to maintain your purchase. Different metals and gemstones require different cleaning methods. Some stones are damaged by ultrasonic cleaners or chemicals.
È argento sterling?
Is it sterling silver?
Ask to confirm silver purity when buying silver jewellery. Sterling silver (92.5% pure) is the standard for quality silver jewellery. Cheaper silver alloys or silver-plated items look similar but are less durable.
Lo compro come investimento.
I am buying it as an investment.
Use when buying high-value gold or gemstones with the intention of holding them as financial assets. Italian jewellers can advise on investment-grade pieces and gold bullion coins.
Posso pagare in più rate?
Can I pay in multiple instalments?
Ask for significant purchases — an engagement ring, fine necklace, or investment piece. Many Italian jewellers offer payment plans, especially for regular customers.
Posso vedere la collana di perle?
Can I see the pearl necklace?
Use when looking at pearl jewellery. Pearls are a classic Italian jewellery choice — ask about natural versus cultured, and about the quality grades.
È per un regalo a sorpresa — ha qualche consiglio?
It is for a surprise gift — do you have any advice?
Use when buying jewellery as a surprise gift and you need the jeweller's expertise to guide you. A good jeweller can recommend timeless pieces that suit different tastes and lifestyles.
Posso cambiarlo se non le piace?
Can I exchange it if she doesn't like it?
Ask when buying a surprise gift — a crucial practical question. Knowing you can exchange the item gives confidence to buy. Many Italian jewellers will allow exchanges for gifts within a reasonable period.
Che peso ha in grammi?
What is the weight in grams?
Ask about gold weight when comparing value for money. The price of gold jewellery relates directly to the weight of gold used. Knowing the weight helps you calculate a fair price.
Cerco un orologio da uomo.
I am looking for a men's watch.
Many Italian jewellers also sell watches. Use this phrase to direct the conversation. Italian watch culture is strong — from luxury Swiss brands sold at Italian jewellers to Italian-made watches like Panerai and Morellato.
Quanto dura la lavorazione?
How long does the work take?
Ask when commissioning custom work, repairs, engravings, or resizing. Knowing the timeline helps you plan — especially for time-sensitive purchases like gifts for specific dates.
Avete fedi nuziali?
Do you have wedding rings?
Use when shopping for wedding bands. Italian wedding rings have a distinct vocabulary and cultural significance — the 'fede' is a sacred object in Italian tradition.
Posso lasciare il gioiello per la riparazione?
Can I leave the jewellery for repair?
Use when bringing in jewellery that needs repair — a broken clasp, a missing stone, a broken chain, a bent ring. Italian jewellers have in-house repair workshops.
Posso portare il mio oro da rifondere?
Can I bring my gold to be melted down?
Use when you have old, unwanted, or broken gold pieces and want to have them melted down to create a new piece or sell the raw gold. A skilled goldsmith can also use your gold in new custom work.
Ha qualcosa di adatto per una cresima?
Do you have something suitable for a confirmation?
Use when buying a gift for a child's Catholic confirmation ceremony ('cresima'). Jewellery is the traditional Italian confirmation gift — gold crosses, charm bracelets, and signet rings are classic choices.
Avete gioielli di design italiano?
Do you have Italian design jewellery?
Use when specifically looking for Italian-designed and made jewellery as opposed to international or Swiss pieces. Italian design jewellery is a luxury export category and source of national pride.