Peter attended the Gemological Institute of America, receiving his GIA Graduate Gemologist and GIA Graduate Jeweler degrees in 1988. His passion for gems led him to work for world-renowned cutter, Hans Dieter Haag (Idar Oberstein, Germany). He soon realized that working with fine gems and important diamonds was his career objective. Accepting a position as Gemologist with vintage jewelry legend Irving Zimmelman of Zimmelman & Sons Inc., Peter fulfilled his vocation - working with the world's most magnificent jewels. Soon he was handling the buying and selling of rare gems including: Kashmir sapphires, Burmese rubies, Muzo emeralds, jadeite and important diamonds.  Invited to be a partner in the purchase of estate jewelry, Peter not only used his training as a Jeweler/Gemologist, he also became an investor in these extraordinary jewels. In 1997, the iconic Rodeo Drive jewelry store, Francis Klein Classic Jewels, was acquired by Zimmelman & Sons Inc. and Peter was ensconced as the Buyer and Director for the firm. Seeking out the finest in vintage jewels from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco periods was Peter's quest. Welcoming clients and working with them to select some of the most important purchases they will make in their lifetime was Peter's focus. To this end he diligently pursued the finest jewels from sources around the globe.  Upon the closure of the Frances Klein retail location, Peter seized the opportunity to return to the more private and personal “upstairs salon” environment and, together with Jonas Grunberg, established McNeal & Grunberg. Working with renowned jeweler/designer Jonas Grunberg, they collaborated to create a comfortable surrounding in which to welcome their clients. Still seeking out the finest gems and jewels, McNeal & Grunberg presents you with exceptional beauty and value with their superb inventory.