160 Years of Heritage & Trust

Since 1866: Houston Jewelry's Journey

Houston Jewelry's story is woven into Houston's history. For over 160 years, we've been there for Houston families during their most important moments—engagements, anniversaries, celebrations, and legacies.

A Foundation Built on Integrity

When Houston Jewelry was founded in 1866, this nation was rebuilding from civil war. Houston was a small trading post on the banks of the Buffalo Bayou. Through boom and bust, growth and challenge, one principle has remained constant: integrity above all else.

We've watched Houston transform from a frontier town to a global city. We've served families through cotton prosperity, oil discovery, economic cycles, and technological revolution. Through every era, the same values guided our work:

• Honest assessment of every diamond and gemstone
• Fair pricing that reflects true value
• Expert craftsmanship in every piece we create
• Transparent relationships with our customers
• Respect for heirloom pieces entrusted to our care

Serving Multiple Generations

Many of our customers are multi-generational. Grandmothers have brought their granddaughters to Houston Jewelry to shop for engagement rings. Families have sent heirloom pieces to us for cleaning and restoration, just as their ancestors did. This continuity of trust is our greatest honor.

We've had the privilege of being part of:

• First engagements and proposal celebrations
• Wedding day preparations and anniversary gifts
• Birth announcements celebrated with fine jewelry
• Inheritance transfers and family legacy planning
• Restoration of priceless heirloom pieces

Heritage in a Changing World

What's remarkable about Houston Jewelry's 160-year story is not just that we survived—it's that we've thrived by staying true to original principles while embracing positive change.

We've added modern testing methods (Kee Gold Tester, XRF analysis) while honoring classical techniques (nitric acid test). We've expanded our service offerings while maintaining personalized, family-business service. We've grown our inventory while preserving the expertise that comes from deep knowledge.

We honor the past by constantly improving the present.

Our Commitment Moving Forward

As we look toward the future, Houston Jewelry's mission remains unchanged:

• Ethical sourcing of all diamonds and gemstones
• Education first in every customer interaction
• Master craftsmanship in repair and custom design
• Community service to Houston neighborhoods
• Heritage preservation through careful stewardship of precious items
• Fair dealing in every transaction

The diamonds and jewelry you purchase from Houston Jewelry today become the heirlooms of tomorrow. We take that responsibility seriously.