Sturhahn Jewelers, Inc

For over 105 years, Sturhahn Jewelers has been one of the most trusted names in jewelry in the Quincy region. We are a well-established jewelry store that has grown with our community from a small store to a multiple brand jewelry retailer. We have served generations of families as their trusted jeweler for brilliant diamonds, beautiful fine jewelry, elegant watches, treasured gifts, custom made styles and expert jewelry repairs. Sturhahn Jewelers is committed to make every customer 'feel at home' with our personalized service and our classic to cutting edge jewelry designs. Our years of experience and services have built a legacy of integrity and trust with our customers.

At Sturhahn Jewelers our mission has always been a tradition of trust, high ethical standards, knowledge of our jewelry products and services, fair pricing and value to our customers.

The First Generation of Jewelers – the story begins…

It was back in October of 1911 when Walter H. Sturhahn, at the young age of 23, opened his own business, Sturhahn Jewelers, at 410 S. 8th Street, Quincy, Illinois. Before he ventured out on his own, Walter had worked six years for Thomas A. Brown, a jeweler located in the old Wells building at 5th and Maine in Quincy. There, Walter learned to be a watchmaker, hand engraver, jeweler and businessman.

In one year, Walter proved himself and his business a success to his sweetheart’s father, and on October 15, 1912 Walter and Adelaide Lechtenberg were married.

Due to prosperous growth, Sturhahn Jewelers moved in 1917 to the southeast corner of 8th & State Street, where it would remain for 87 years.

Second Generation Jewelers – the story continues…

Down the road, three of Walter and Adelaide’s six sons joined their father in the jewelry business. Grant and Harold joined in 1946 after serving in WWII and Don, the youngest son, would join the family business in 1954 after serving in the Korean War. During busy holiday and wedding seasons, their wives, Georgann, Lucille, and Joan (respectively) would help in the store with sales, gift delivery, and bookkeeping.

When Walter, the owner and founder of Sturhahn Jewelers, stepped down from active participation in the business, the boys took on more responsibility. Grant became the store manager, Harold the watchmaker, and Don the bench jeweler.

In 1964, Sturhahn Jewelers became Registered Members of the American Gem Society (AGS, www.ags.org), an organization dedicated to consumer protection, honesty, and ethics in business.

The Third Generation – the tradition carries on…

Always looking for new opportunities, Sturhahns purchased Lebold & Voegele Jewelers in Macomb, Illinois in July of 1971. Harold’s son, Alan, was named manager of this new store. Alan later closed the Macomb store and relocated to Marshall, Missouri where he and his wife Leslie purchased Esser Jewelers. Esser Jewelers is now operated as an independent Sturhahn Jewelers business.

Another third generation jeweler was Don’s son, Steve. Steve joined the Quincy business at age 14. In 1979, when his father Don passed away, Steve stepped into the role of bench jeweler. Joan, Steve’s mother, became an active member of the business. Steve became certified as a Registered Jeweler of the American Gem Society.

Five years after Don’s death, his son-in-law Bob Rakers joined the business and worked there until his retirement in 2000. In that same year, Steve’s wife Carol began working at Sturhahn Jewelers. She earned her Accredited Jewelry Professional title from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA, www.gia.edu), and her Certified Sales Associate title from the AGS.

Services

All Sturhahn Jewelers products come with the service and quality upon which we have built our reputation over the last 105 years. Service after the sale is equally as important as the sale itself. Sturhahn Jewelers provides reliable quality, trustworthy expertise and a commitment to service like none other. We stand behind your purchase because we believe in the quality of our jewelry and the value the longevity of a personal and special relationship with you. There are moments in the life that transcends the everyday, and Sturhahns is here to make those moments matter.

Check out the little extras we offer to make your Sturhahn's experience special!

• Free ring cleaning and inspection of any jewelry item…even if it didn’t come from us!
• Free first appraisal on any jewelry item purchased from Sturhahns upon request.
• Complimentary jar of jewelry cleaner with your purchase of new gold, diamond or gemstone item.
• Complimentary polishing cloth with all new sterling silver purchases.
• Free one year insurance on all new engagement ring purchases with Jewelers Mutual Perfect Circle Insurance.
• 10% off men's wedding ring with purchase of woman's engagement and wedding ring purchase.
• 10% off all attendants' gifts with purchase of engagement and wedding rings.
• Free gift wrapping on any purchase.
• Free local gift delivery.
• Custom jewelry design. (You’ll like our creative ideas!)
• Change watch batteries. (All makes)
• Bridal registry in-store.
• Free first ring sizing on all new ring purchases.
• Professional, experienced jewelry and watch restoration.
• Free Rhodium Plating for the first year on all new white gold purchases

Promise

Our Promise at Sturhahn Jewelers is to provide our customers with a shopping experience that will exceed their expectations of our store, our merchandise and our service.

Sturhahn's will accomplish this by:
•     Providing you with exceptional attention with every visit to our store.
•     Helping you celebrate your life's special occasions.
•     Providing superior value in terms of merchandise quality, price, selection and satisfaction.
•     A commitment to conduct ourselves with integrity and exceed our customer's expectations in every facet of our business.

We realize that individual taste, styling and design are extremely important to you when you decide to make your jewelry purchase. Our aim is to provide quality services and products with the highest degree of customer satisfaction. Our globally sourced designs help to express your unique personality and suit your lifestyle. We will personally help you to select the exact style & design that will celebrate the important occasions and milestones of your life.