Five Generations of Jewelry Excellence.
In 1874 Kate Bresser’s Great Grandfather started in the jewelry business in Waterloo, Wisconsin. 147 years and 5 generations later, Gysbers Jewelry is an American classic, time tested jewelry store.
Originally called Doering Jewelry, Kate’s Grandmother, Olga ran the jewelry store at the age of 16. When she married Myron Gysbers in the early 1920’s the store’s name was then changed to Gysbers Jewelry.
Kate’s father, John, started in the family business in the early 1950’s. An accomplished musician and music teacher, John also gave piano and organ lessons right in the store. Kate joined the family business at the age of 19, working alongside her father, and in 1992 she decided to purchase it from him. For 20 of those years, Kate also worked on the bench as the store goldsmith.
Customers in Waupun are greeted by sights of an old fashion Jewelry store with beautiful 8 foot tall, beveled glass wall cases and ornate floor cases. Staying current with jewelry designs and trends, Kate hand picks every piece of jewelry and loose diamond that is sold in the store.
