Business Description
For over 109 years, Kranich's has been your local family jeweler. Like our page for the latest jewelry tips, offerings and giveaways. www.kranichs.com
Kranich's Brothers Jewelers was established in York, Pennsylvania, in 1903. The Kranich Brothers had stores in York, Lancaster and Altoona, Pennsylvania as well as one in Worcester, Mass. The Altoona store opened in 1923. Charles and Mildred Kranich operated and expanded the Altoona operation. In 1962, Charles and Mildred were joined in business by their son, Michael. In 1976 the Kranich's opened a store in Downtown State College, the home of Penn State University. Charles and Mildred Kranich died in 1978 and Michael took over the family business. In 1996 Kranich's opened a second State College location at the Nittany Mall. In 2000 Kranich’s opened a location in the Johnstown Galleria. In 2008 Kranich’s dramatically expanded their Logan Valley Mall location and Corporate offices. Michael Kranich was joined in business by his son Charles in 1991 and by his son Michael in 1996. Charles and Michael now serve as Co-Presidents of the company.
The Kranich family believes it is very important to contribute to the communities they serve. Consequently, they are involved in many civic and charitable activities. In 2003, Kranich's celebrated their 100th year. In recent years, Kranich’s has been inducted into the Blair County Business hall of fame and has been named one of Central Pennsylvania’s leading businesses by Pennsylvania Business Central Magazine.
Throughout its history, Kranich's Jewelers has specialized in fine diamond jewelry and engagement rings. Today, Kranich's also specializes in fine timepieces, colored gemstones, gold and platinum jewelry and pearls. They also feature selections of Designer Jewelry, Estate Jewelry, Penn State Jewelry and Fine Crystal. In recent years, Kranich’s has actively grown their ecommerce business (kranichs.com). Such growth has given the company an international reach. Kranich's remains your leading source for Fine Jewelry and Gifts in Central Pennsylvania.
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Kranich's Blog: http://blog.kranichs.com/
Address & Contact
- Postcode:
- 16602
- City:
- Altoona
- State:
- Pennsylvania
- Zip:
- 16602
- Phone:
- 814-944-5454
- Website:
- http://www.kranichs.com
- Category:
- Small Business
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