Milestones: Antoyan Jewellers, A Shining Example Of Success

Biz X magazine is now in its 25th year of publishing and since our success is due to the support of area businesses and organizations — and of course our readers, advertisers and suppliers — we are celebrating with others also achieving this amazing milestone. This column features a local business, biz pro or organization, recognizing 25 years of operation in 2022. To date we have profiled The Bloomin’ Gardener, International Art Designs, Daniel Hofgartner of Buckingham Realty, Sound Foundry Studio, Transition to Betterness (T2B) and now Antoyan Jewellers.

Antoyan Jewellers . . . 25 Years As The Jewel In The Crown For Tecumseh

By Victoria Rose

Alocal jeweller is celebrating a significant milestone this year and is thankful that people in Windsor Essex have entrusted him to be part of so many big events in their lives.

Hagop (Jack) Antoyan opened Antoyan Jewellers in 1997 in a small shop in Tecumseh. In 2013, he outgrew that space and moved to his current location in the Green Valley Plaza (at the corner of Manning and Tecumseh Roads) to a storefront that is double the size of the original.

The store’s focus on quality is evident as soon as you step through the front door.

Along with the stylish layout and exceptional selection of jewellery available, craftsmanship and superior customer service are a priority for owner and goldsmith, Antoyan.

“I’m the one talking to every customer personally that walks into my store,” says Antoyan. “All repairs, custom designing/ making and diamond setting are all done in-house.”

That care and service is also a differentiator from many other jewellery stores, as from drop off to pick up, customers deal with Antoyan directly.

He has always enjoyed drawing, sketching, and bringing ideas to life. That’s what drew him to the industry 27 years ago, eventually opening his own shop.

Despite having created so many custom pieces, Antoyan uses every day as an opportunity to draw inspiration from the world around him for future designs.

“I love fashion and constantly look for new ideas to make for inventory or for clients,” he expresses.

Owner and goldsmith of Antoyan Jewellers, Hagop (Jack) Antoyan, is shown inside his store at 13300 Tecumseh Road, Unit #285, in the Town of Tecumseh. Photo by Sanja Tabor.

Those plans turn into unique gifts like a special engagement or anniversary ring, wedding band, or other piece of jewellery.

Some customers even bring in precious or sentimental jewellery to have it melted and remade into a personalized piece just for themselves.

The store carries popular brands like Caro 74, Valina Bridal, Zinzi Silver Jewels, Serj & Sons, Elle Time & Jewelry, Citizen, Karina Designs, Chrysalis, and Philip Stein.

Antoyan also offers repairs (for more than just rings), sizing, stone replacement, watch repair, pearl restringing, engraving, and more.

During the pandemic, the shop was forced to open with restrictions, which meant opening by appointment only for the safety of their clientele. That “open by appointment” change is still in place today.

“We saw that our clients felt safer and loved the one-on-one personal service,” Antoyan indicates. “It has worked very well for both us and our clients.”

He is proud of his reputation for services and ability to focus on happiness.

His own happiness is a priority too.

“I’m a proud father of three beautiful daughters and recently became engaged to my fiancé, Daleta,” Antoyan mentions.

And yes, he designed the ring!

“I had simple, classy, and elegant in mind,” he describes.

Based on the feedback the store receives, the craftsmanship and thought that goes into pieces is rewarding for customers, but it’s a benefit to him as well.

“Nothing is more rewarding then bumping into a customer at a restaurant or a social gathering and seeing them wear a piece of jewellery I made,” states Antoyan. “I feel blessed and fortunate for having a 25-year-old business in the beautiful Town of Tecumseh.”

Do you have a jewellery idea you want to discuss or do you need help picking out a perfect gift?

To learn more about the store and to view a gallery of collections and custom pieces, visit: AntoyanJewellers.com.