Our Name Is Our Reputation


Kasson Jewelers is a third generation family run

business established in 1949.

Our Name Is Our Reputation


Kasson Jewelers is a third generation family run

business established in 1949.

How We Got Here

Philip Kasson established Kasson Jewelers in 1949 in Bridgeport Connecticut, after attending watchmaking training in New Jersey after serving in WWII. In 1960 the store was moved from downtown Bridgeport to the Black Rock section of Bridgeport. Tragically Philip Kasson died in 1963 and his widow Miriam, was left with a decision as she had two sons aged 15 and 10 to care for. She decided to keep the store after so many compassionate jewelers offered her advice and assistance.

Slowly she grew the business from one tray of wedding bands to a neighborhood jewelry store with a variety of jewelry in all prices . Her son Alan grew up in the business learning how to wrap gifts to assist his mother after school and weekends. In 1976 when Alan graduated college from Ohio University with a BFA in graphic Arts. Alan who was always mechanical and artistic refined his skills before joining his mom to do repairs on site at Kasson Jewelers.

During the over thirty years in the Black Rock area the business moved two times and expanded once, in the same strip, as the business grew. By this time Alan married Susan and they had three sons. Susan left her teaching career when the children were born and began working at Kasson Jewelers as well. Her love of jewelry and her fashionable style was a natural fit and she helped the business move to follow trends and styles. We are proud members of the American Gem Society for over 25 years.

Alan & Susan Rona Kasson
Michael Kasson
Alec Kasson

Where We Are Now

In 1995 Alan and Susan decided to move the business to its current location in the historic quaint New England Village of Southport, on Connecticut’s Gold Coast. Our out of town customers often comment that our Pequot Avenue location looks like a movie set and in fact many movies have been filmed here. The locale provides many marvelous design inspirations for all types of jewelry designs.

From the moment you enter our charming store, which is located in the historic district in a vintage home, you will realize that this is no ordinary store. From the friendly faces that greet you, the cozy atmosphere, the latest in jewelry design, our custom work bench, and abundant display of antique and vintage pieces, you will feel like you have arrived at home.

So whether you are seeking cutting edge jewelry, vintage, one of a kind treasures or custom designed pieces, we are there to fulfill your dreams.

So whether you are seeking cutting edge jewelry, vintage, one of a kind treasures or custom designed pieces, we are there to fulfill your dreams.