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.
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.
1949-1977
Gene Clarke opens and runs second Clarkes location at Lakeshore and Jewella.
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.
2010
Clarkes moves to 4847 Line Avenue, where it is still located today.
2017
Clarkes store completely renovated to include new Rolex® Boutique.
2018
Jay Mitchell takes helm of Clarkes.
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4847 Line Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 865-5658
Monday – Friday | 10AM – 6PM
Saturday | Appointment only
Sunday | Closed
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