Metro Atlanta Lapidary & Specialty Jeweler
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been in business over 46 years
What is your primary product or service?
Silver, gold & platinum Jewelry, gemstones, diamonds, custom designed jewelry, state of the art repairs, appraisals. Buy & sell gold & diamonds. We are the exclusive jeweler for the beautiful & rare gemstone Georgia Midnight which CR found & named.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
CR has prospected for gemstones for many years. He has gemology degrees from Great Britain and the United States and is known around the world for his expertise. He was a Navy all weather night attack pilot before going into the jewelry field. He enjoyed all sports at an early age and was a coach/player for his men in Navy competitions. Ilene is originally from Nebraska and attended Medical School at the University of Colorado specializing in Nuclear Medicine & Cancer research. She also has degrees in colored stones & pearls from the GIA
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We do gem testing, gem identification and carry many one of a kind & unique jewelry pieces.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One
Provide detailed directions to your location
2850 North Cobb Parkway(hwy. 41), Kennesaw, Georgia. Just 3 miles North of Barrett Parkway.
What type of payments do you accept?
All credit cards, checks or cash
Which areas do you service?
All of Georgia and surrounding States.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
CR & Ilene Smith
What are your hours of operation?
Closed Sunday & Monday - open Tuesday through Saturday 9:15 to 5. From the day after Thanksgiving until Christmas Day we are open 7 days a week
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That we try our best to please our customers.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"Stay the course"
Mason Moore on 1/12/2015 1:01:27 PM
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