Services & Staff
Traditional Jewelers not only prides itself in carrying the world's best known watch brands and jewelry lines, but also in the fact that they are a full service jewelry store. On premises you will conveniently be offered the expertise of an in house jewelry workshop, for your jewelry design needs, repairs, custom manufacture and diamond mounting. Furthermore Traditional Jewelers is proud to have an experienced watch-maker located on their premises in Fashion Island, Newport Beach, California.
Master Goldsmith
Yvette Eckmann, JA CMJ
Jewelers of America Certified Master Jeweler
Yvette has been with Traditional Jewelers for 22 years and in the industry overall For 28 years. Working on site, Yvette specializes in custom design, working in gold and platinum, using diamonds and a varity of precious gems. Has entered and won several design & manufacture competitions.
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Jeweler
Judy A. Van Gorder, GG, CG
With Traditional Jewelers for 19 years, and in the industry overall for over 30 years. Working in all aspects of the jewelry trade.
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Jeweler
George Leylekyan, Master Diamond Setter
In the trade since the age of 16, with overall 30 years of experience in the United States alone. During this time George has been teaching the trade and primarily diamond setting to many apprentices.
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Watchmaker
Paul Rapp, Graduate Gemologist/Watchmaker
Over 35 years experience, trained in Rolex, Omega, Panerai, Breitling and More. Basic repairs, battery changes, water-testing etc.
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