Sometime around 1885 or 1886, John Clark Grant, a farmhand working near Monticello, Georgia became tired of his job, took the money that he had saved, and bought some watchmaker's tools. The self-taught watchmaker set up a bench in a friend's shop repairing watches and almost anything else that people brought in. After becoming acquainted with the trade, John opened a jewelry store of his own in Monticello. Around 1895 J.C. Grant moved his business to Eatonton, Georgia where he was in business for about fourteen years. Grant moved his wife and six children to Milledgeville because of the better educational opportunities there. He bought out the bankrupt stock of Star Jewelry Company, and in 1909, Milledgeville became home for Grants Jewelry Store. Grant was remembered as a "quiet, dedicated man" who fathered six children, four of whom followed him into the Jewelry business.  Until 1970, J.C. Grant Co. never had an employee outside the family. Even today, five generations later, family is still the backbone of the business. John Jr., grandson of the founder, along with his daughter Jean Grant Graham still work in the store. In addition to fine jewelry and watches, J.C. Grant Company also has a fully equipped jewelry and watch repair shop, an accredited gem laboratory as well as bridal registry services and fine gifts. J.C. Grant Company is indeed a "full service" jewelry store.

 American Gem Society Member  Only 5% of all jewelers, designers, and appraisers have met the American Gem Society standards. In addition to satisfying the exacting criteria for membership, including annual recertification, J.C. Grant Company has shown a proven commitment to the community and the highest standards of ethical practice as determined by the American Gem Society.  Unfortunately, many jewelers don’t have the credentials and training to make your jewelry buying experience a memorable one. There’s only one secret to buying jewelry- buy from a reputable, experienced, respected and credentialed jewelry professional who is a member of the American Gem Society, like J.C. Grant Company.  You’ll have peace of mind knowing that as American Gem Society titleholders, we are educated, tested, and reaccredited annually. We have the equipment on site to help you understand all the factors that determine a gem’s value. And, most important, we are committed to promoting the highest ethical standards in order to give you confidence and satisfaction.