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CLARKES BRAND

EXPERIENCE THE CLARKES DIFFERENCE

EXPERIENCE THE CLARKES DIFFERENCE

At Clarkes Jewelers our motto is simple: We promise you will feel the difference the moment you walk through the doors. That difference starts with a genuine desire to get to know you in order to understand your style or learn about the loved one you’re buying for. It means taking the time to guide you through our collections or the process of designing a customized piece with integrity, honesty and the promise of the highest craftsmanship quality. We guarantee that it’s a difference you’ll feel every time you visit.

1931

Gladys & Leroy Clarke begin business on Texas Street and remain in downtown locations until 1943. Business know as ER Clarke.

Gladys & Leroy Clarke

1943-1947

Clarkes operated at 251 Ockley Drive, Gladys and Leroy’s home.

Gene Clarke, second generation, begins watch R9R apprenticeship.

1947

Clarkes opens at 3916 Youree Drive as first suburban jeweler.

Clarkes Jewelers Storefront 1947

1949-1977

Gene Clarke opens and runs second Clarkes location at Lakeshore and Jewella.

Clarkes Jewelers Showroom 1949-1977

1974

Ginger Clarke, third generation, joins Clarkes.

1978

Gladys Clarke retires.

Gene and Betty Clarke become owners.

1983

Clarkes Jewelers completely remodeled.

2000

Clarkes moves to Pierremont Mall.

Ownership changes to Ginger Clarke.

2006

Ginger Clarke’s son, Jay Mitchell, joins Clarkes as a fourth generation.

Jay Mitchell Photo

2010

Clarkes moves to 4847 Line Avenue, where it is still located today.

Clarkes Jewelers Showroom 2010

2017

Clarkes store completely renovated to include new Rolex® Boutique.

Clarkes Jewelers Rolex Showroom

2018

Jay Mitchell takes helm of Clarkes.