At just 16, George discovered his passion and talent for jewelry making. He began working in silver, showcasing his creations at local fairs. He then apprenticed with a renowned jeweler, and in the 1980s, opened his first store in Los Angeles. In 1986, George became a GIA Graduate Gemologist, and moved to Bakersfield, where he operated a successful trade shop, specializing in repairs and custom pieces for local jewelry stores.
Fox Fine Jewelry - a Top Jeweler in the U.S.
George Fox's Early Years as a Jeweler
George and Debbie Fox Get Married
George’s wife Debbie grew up studying the arts before pivoting to business, becoming a CPA. In 1990, Debbie moved to Bakersfield to be with George, and shortly after they married.
In time, Debbie transitioned out of public accounting, assisting George with his business as their three daughters were born: Karen, Niki, and Charlotte.
George and Debbie in their teens.
Fox Fine Jewelry Moves to Ventura
In 1998 George and Debbie moved to Ventura and opened Fox Fine Jewelry in downtown Ventura, CA. Their “showroom” was tiny: 100 square feet!
In 2001, Fox Fine Jewelry moved down Main Street, across from the Mission. At 1,100 square feet, it was a spacious in comparison, but Fox Fine Jewelry outgrew this store too!
In 2014 Fox Fine Jewelry moved to their current location, a historic building they refurbished at 560 East Main Street in the heart of downtown Ventura.
Fox Fine Jewelry's second location.
Fox Fine Jewelry Through The Years
Jewelry Awards and Charitable Giving
Fox Fine Jewelry has been voted Ventura County's Best Jeweler annually since 2008.
In 2015 Fox Fine Jewelry received the industry's highest award, the #1 Jewelry Store in the United States.
In response to our local fires, Fox Fine Jewelry gave over 1,000 custom diamond necklaces to people whose homes had burned, and raised over $70,000 for relief efforts. Community Involvement
Debbie and George Fox at a charity event for Thomas Fire survivors, where they gave free necklaces to those who lost their homes.
Second Generation
Today, George and Debbie’s three daughters are an essential part of Fox Fine Jewelry. Growing up in the business, they each bring their own unique skills. Karen, the workshop manager and designer, creates custom jewelry. Niki, a GIA Graduate Gemologist, handles appraisals, while Charlotte oversees accounting and financial operations.
Our family’s commitment means every customer gets personalized, expert service from a team passionate about jewelry and gemology.
l to r: Karen, Niki, and Charlotte Fox.
Fox Fine Jewelry is committed to our driving principles:
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That everyone has a stellar experience, including clients, employees, and vendors.
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That we deliver quality products that last.
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That our staff are highly educated and dedicated to giving the best customer experience possible.
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"Although I live in Westlake Village surrounded by a dozen jewelers, for the past 15 years I've been making the drive to Ventura to see Debbie and George for all my jewelry needs. Whether it's redesigning and modernizing older pieces, shopping for contemporary or estate pieces, or just a minor repair, Fox is truly family. Their staff is extraordinary, and I wouldn't think of going anywhere else."