Hancin's Jewelry & Norwich Antiques

Hancin's Jewelry & Norwich Antiques is a jewelry store in Norwich, Connecticut, specializing in estate jewelry, engagement rings, gold, silver, coins, and antiques. The business serves customers across the region with services including buying and selling estate jewelry, gold, silver, and costume jewelry, as well as house calls and whole house clean outs or estate sale services. Located at 221 West Thames Street, the store has built a reputation for offering the highest prices in Connecticut for precious metals and collectibles. With a 4.80 rating and a strong volume of positive reviews, it is recognized for its trustworthy service and personalized approach.

The business traces its roots to 1975, when Dennis Hancin and his wife Linda opened their first shop in Norwichtown. In 1982, they expanded by constructing a custom 6,000 square foot log cabin on West Thames Street to house their growing collection. This distinctive building remains central to the experience, offering a unique setting for browsing estate jewelry, Italian Murano glass, Fenton pieces, and a wide array of antiques, artwork, pottery, and coins. Though Dennis and Linda are no longer active, their children continue the family tradition, preserving the legacy and community presence of the business.

Situated on West Thames Street, the store lies just a short walk from Thamesville Playground and Thames Terrace Open Space, and is about half a mile from the Thames River and nearby peaks including Crown Hill and Mount Pleasant. The location places it within a scenic and accessible part of Norwich, surrounded by natural and residential landmarks.

Hancin's Jewelry & Norwich Antiques stands out for its deep roots in the community, its commitment to personalized service, and its distinctive, handcrafted retail space. The store is known for its extensive inventory of high-quality estate jewelry and antiques, combined with flexible services like house calls and estate liquidation support. It remains a trusted destination for collectors and customers seeking unique, heirloom-quality items.

The business continues to be a hallmark of Norwich’s heritage, blending decades of family tradition with a vibrant, accessible presence in the heart of the city’s historic West Thames Street corridor.