Ben Bridge Jeweler
Ben Bridge Jeweler is a high-end American jewelry retailer that sells engagement rings, diamonds and watches, including Rolex, among other luxury product and is currently owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway. It was established in Seattle, Washington, in 1912 and currently operates over 80 stores in the United States.[1]
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | 1912 in Seattle, Washington |
| Founder | Samuel Silverman Ben Bridge |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Jewelry |
| Parent | Berkshire Hathaway |
| Website | www |
History
In 1912, a watchmaker named Samuel Silverman opened his first store in downtown Seattle. Silverman's son-in-law Ben Bridge joined the firm as a partner in 1922; Ben later purchased Sam's firm and renamed it Ben Bridge Jeweler. Since then, the company has expanded to over 70 retail stores in 11 different states, primarily in the western United States. In May 2000, Ben Bridge Jeweler was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway.[2][3] Today, the company continues to be family-operated and is currently managed by Ben's great-granddaughter Lisa Bridge.
References
- "About Us - Ben Bridge Jeweler". www.benbridge.com.
- "Buffett buys Jeweler" (PDF). www.bizjournals.com. 2000.
- "Acquisition of Ben Bridge Jeweler". www.berkshirehathaway.com.
Sources
- "Our Heritage". Ben Bridge Jeweler. Retrieved 18 July 2015.