DAVID KORD is one of the most prestigious names in colored gemstones. You're invited to see these rare collections in-person at Jack Lewis Jewelers during an exclusive event on November 15th and 16th.
An aerial view of the new Jack Lewis Jewelers location at 3011 Galena Road, near Biaggi’s and Ancho & Agave on Bloomingon’s east side.
The project will be designed locally by Kyle Glandon and Paul Scharnett at Hewn Architectural Studio (the new entity formed at the start of 2024 by the merger of Workbench and SAA), and be built locally by Catalyst Construction, led by the team of Andy Kaufmann, Britt Steffen, and Josiah Koch.
It was an honor to have a crowd of family, friends, and colleagues join us for the celebration.
Flanked by co-owner Missy Ranney and wife Ketti, John Carter kicks-off the ceremony with opening remarks.
Father Schultz from St. Patrick Catholic Church of Merna leads the group in prayer before blessing the ground.
L to R, Seth & Missy Ranney, and John & Ketti Carter officially break ground at the site of the new Jack Lewis Jewelers on June 13, 2024.
The Ranneys and Carters officially throw the first dirt.
Jack Lewis Jewelers owners Missy Ranney and John Carter pose at the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
An aerial view of the crowd arriving.
The new store will be designed locally by Kyle Glandon and Paul Scharnett at Hewn Architectural Studio. We’ll be sharing the renderings in the months to come.
The new store will be built locally by Catalyst Construction under the direction of project superintendent Josiah Koch.
Carter welcomes the crowd to the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Carter makes remarks during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Carter makes remarks during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
John Carter and wife Ketti during the opening remarks at the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Father Schultz leads the crowd in a blessing of the new ground.
John Carter and wife Ketti pause for a moment of prayer during the blessing.
Missy Ranney and John & Ketti Carter prepare to throw dirt.
The project team includes Paul Scharnett of Hewn Architectural Studio (far left) and Josiah Koch of Catalyst Construction (4th from right).
John Carter poses at the Jack Lewis Groundbreaking.
The work officially begins Monday, June 17!
For over 50 years, DAVID KORD has added color to the world by carefully sourcing and selecting dazzling emeralds, rubies, sapphires, tourmalines and dozens of other gems...and then showcasing them in glittering collections of fashionable jewelry.
As other gemstone houses have expanded into a variety of areas over the years, DAVID KORD has proudly preserved their singular focus on colored gemstones...which is how they remain at the forefront of the movement to help you find your color.
Appointments are not needed. You can simply visit the Jack Lewis Showroom between 10a-6p Friday Nov 15 or 10a-5p Saturday Nov 16, and tell us you’re here to see the DAVID KORD colored gemstone jewelry. However, if you’d like to book an appointment to ensure plenty of time and attention from one of our associates, please do so below!
A piece from this collection would make a perfect self-purchase, or a stunning gift for a special someone this holiday season. Join us for the DAVID KORD Colored Gemstone Event, on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th at Jack Lewis Jewelers.
