It is exceptionally rare to be a jeweler and a gemologist. A jeweler makes and repairs jewelry, and a gemologist is a diamond and gem expert.
George Fox is the only jeweler worldwide to hold the highest accreditation in both jewelry and gemology.
George Fox's Credentials
George is the only jeweler, worldwide, holding the highest certifications in both jewelry and gemology!
- Certified Master Bench Jeweler from Jewelers of America (~150 worldwide)
- Certified Gemologist Appraiser from American Gem Society (~275 worldwide)
- Graduate Gemologist from Gemological Institute of America
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George did an AMAZING job bringing this antique piece back to life! Emma G., Google
The rings far exceeded our expectations!! George is a true artist at his craft!! Carrie M., Yelp
George is quite literally a magician when it comes to his craft! Kris S., Yelp
George Fox’s early years
George began his jewelry career at only sixteen years old! His friend showed him jewelry basics and he immediately took to it, studying and practicing whenever he could. Soon he was doing large production runs of silver jewelry for a store in Hollywood - from his bedroom at his parent’s house!
He continued his training under a jeweler in West Los Angeles, and before opening his own store in Venice, CA in 1980.
After becoming a GIA Graduate Gemologist in 1984, George shifted to trade work, doing large quantities of repairs and custom orders for other jewelers. This allowed him to focus solely on fixing and creating jewelry, further improving his skills.
In 1992, George and Debbie married. They moved to Ventura in 1998 to raise their three daughters and opened Fox Fine Jewelry.
George Fox is an early adopter of technology
George is fascinated by how technology improves jewelry quality, and can lower cost. For example, he adopted the following technologies when they first became available:
- 2001: George begins using a laser welder, which revolutionizes platinum repairs and more.
- 2003: George shifts custom jewelry production to CAD (computer design for jewelry making), giving a more precise result at a lower price.
- 2015: George uses 3D printing for jewelry models.
A lifetime of learning about jewelry
George Fox has always been fascinated with jewelry, traveling to jewelry workshops for his “vacations.” Decades later, he’s still attending industry events, but now he’s training the next generation!
George Fox, Master Jeweler and Trainer
George has shifted his focus to making master jewelry creations. His work incorporates innovative techniques paired with old-world craftsmanship. Additionally, he’s training the next generation of jewelers, from speaking at industry events to the jewelers in our workshop.
Image shows a custom opal and diamond ring crafted by George Fox