Shreve & Co.
Country | |
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City | San Francisco |
Symbol | banner, flag, pennant |
Era | e.1852 |
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Founder: George Shreve (1828-1893) e.1852
1852
- George and nephew Samuel sailed for the California Gold Rush.
- Established a jewelry business upon arrival.
- After Samuel’s death, George Shreve went on to develop Shreve & Co. into the finest jewelry establishment in the west.
1906
- Moved to the new earthquake-proof building at the corner of Post and Grant Streets.
- Silver and decorative items for the home as well as jewelry.
c.1915: Post St. and Grant Ave. San Francisco CA