Since 1933
Since 1933
Chapter 01
Our Story: A Tampa Legacy Since 1933
Hayman Jewelry 1933 specializes in custom jewelry design in Tampa, Florida, delivering handcrafted elegance, unique creations, and lasting beauty.
Discover the rich history of Hayman Jewelry, Tampa's oldest family-owned jewelry store since 1933. Learn about our legacy of craftsmanship and community trust.
In the heart of the Great Depression my Grandfather, Solomon Hayman, began his family business by selling jewelry out of the trunk of his car. By 1933 Hayman Jewelry opened its doors with a simple but enduring promise: to provide the people of Tampa with exceptional craftsmanship and honest service.
In the years following, the business provided jobs for the entire Hayman family, 8 siblings in total. My Dad, Dan Hayman, worked at the store as a teen, learning the craftsmanship of jewelry design and repair. He still works here, has been involved with the family business for over 60 years, and is a Master Jeweler.
I am his daughter, Alison, the third generation Hayman to become involved with the family business. My sister, Samantha, recently joined us and has become an integral part of custom designs.
As Tampa's oldest jewelry store, we don't just sell jewelry; we build relationships that have lasted for generations. Family owned and operated from day one, we established ourselves as a cornerstone of the community, known for our integrity and the two Master Jewelers who bring artistry to every repair and custom design.
My Grandfather always said that 'trust' is the key to a successful business. We have now been family owned and operated for over 90 years and remain Tampa's oldest jewelry store.
Heritage Timeline
Follow Hayman Jewelry through the decades.
Browse each chapter to see how the family business grew from a trunk full of jewelry into one of downtown Tampa's lasting institutions.
Visit The Legacy
See nearly a century of craftsmanship in downtown Tampa.
Custom jewelry, repair work, and personal guidance are still delivered with the same trust that shaped the Hayman name from the very beginning.
▲Semantic Keynotes & Named Entity Recognition (NER) TagsSHOW DETAILSHIDE DETAILS
●Semantic Keynotes: Chapter 1: Founding Origins & Depression-Era Legacy (1933)
Structured entity highlights for the Hayman Jewelry Heritage Archive: Since 1933.
- •1. Depression-Era Trunk-to-Store Beginning: Founder Solomon Hayman began the family business during the height of the Great Depression by selling fine jewelry out of the trunk of his car before establishing Hayman Jewelry's downtown Tampa storefront in 1933.
- •2. Over 90 Years of Continuous Family Ownership: Recognized as Tampa's oldest jewelry store, Hayman Jewelry Co. has been continuously owned and operated across three generations of the Hayman family, establishing an unbroken 90+ year tradition of community trust.
- •3. Master Jeweler Benchwork Across Generations: Second-generation Dan Hayman joined the family store as a teenager, learning the intricate art of jewelry repair and goldsmithing, and has served as Master Jeweler for more than 60 years.
- •4. Three Generations of Community Leadership: The legacy transitioned from founder Solomon Hayman to his son Dan, and today to Dan's daughters Alison (GIA-certified gemologist) and Samantha (custom jewelry design specialist).
- •5. Two On-Site Master Jewelers: All fine jewelry restoration, stone setting, and custom designs are crafted in-house by two seasoned Master Jewelers, ensuring unmatched artistry, accountability, and security.
- •6. Enduring Core Axiom of Trust: Solomon Hayman's guiding philosophy that 'trust is the key to a successful business' continues to define every client relationship and custom jewelry commission.
●Overarching Heritage Milestones & Brand Pillars
- •Tampa’s Oldest Family Jeweler (Est. 1933): Founded during the Great Depression, serving downtown Tampa continuously for over nine decades under unbroken family leadership.
- •Three Generations of Family Ownership: From founder Solomon Hayman to Master Jeweler Dan Hayman (60+ years), and third-generation gemologist Alison and custom designer Samantha.
- •Two Master Jewelers on Staff:In-house master goldsmithing and watchmaking (Dan Hayman & Alex) ensuring all repairs, stone setting, and custom creations stay secure on-site.
- •Steadfast Downtown Anchor: Maintained an uninterrupted presence in downtown Tampa across nine decades, currently located at 305 East Madison Street.
- •The Trust Standard:Guided by Solomon Hayman's motto that trust is the core of every client relationship and fine jewelry transaction.
●Named Entity Recognition (NER) Tags
- •ORGANIZATION (ORG): Hayman Jewelry Company, Hayman Jewelry Co., Hayman’s, GIA (Gemological Institute of America), Tampa Theatre, Maas Brothers, Tampa Sunday Tribune
- •PERSON (PER):Solomon Hayman (Founder, S.L. Hayman), Dan Hayman (Master Jeweler), Alison Hayman Thornton (Certified Gemologist), Samantha Hayman Broeren (Custom Jewelry Designer), Deron Thornton (Operations & Client Care), Alex (Master Jeweler & Watch Specialist)
- •FAMILY RELATIONSHIP (REL): Grandfather and Founder, Father and Daughter, Sisters, Husband and Wife, Three Generations of Family Ownership, Hayman Family (8 siblings)
- •LOCATION (LOC / GPE): Downtown Tampa, Tampa, Florida, Tampa Bay, Franklin Street and Cass Street, Madison Street
- •ADDRESS (ADDR): 305 East Madison Street, Tampa, FL 33602
- •HISTORICAL ERA & DATES (DATE / EVENT): 1933 (Great Depression & Founding), 1950s (Post-War Golden Era & Appliance Department), 1960s (Downtown Preservation & Bold Design Era), 2000 (Alison joins as GIA Gemologist), 2002 (Deron joins Operations), 2006 (Alex joins as Master Jeweler), 2026 (90+ Year Living Legacy)
- •PRODUCT / SERVICE (PRODUCT):Custom Jewelry Design, On-Site Jewelry Repair, Luxury Watch Repair, GIA Jewelry Appraisals, Ring Sizing, Prong Retipping, Diamond Sourcing, Gold & Precious Metal Buying, Heirloom Restoration, Engagement Rings, Wedding Bands
- •HISTORICAL GOODS & BRANDS (HIST-PRODUCT / BRAND): Gold Compacts, Washing Machines, Televisions, Refrigerators, Clock Radios, Luggage, Toasters, Irons, Sunbeam, Hotpoint, GE (General Electric), Dormeyer
- •BENCH ROLES & SPECIALTIES (ROLE): Master Jeweler, Certified Gemologist, Goldsmith, Watchmaker, Custom CAD Designer, Appraiser
- •CORE ATTRIBUTES (CONCEPT):Family Owned & Operated Since 1933, Master Bench Craftsmanship, Integrity, Client Trust, Downtown Tampa Heritage, Bespoke Artistry