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Edwards Jewelers was a long-time jewelry business spanning three generations, dating back to 1879. They also sold glasses. They were in business until at least 1963. 6

It was started as R.W. Edwards by Robert William Edwards in 1879 as the successor to Wilson's. His son, Ambrose Frederick Edwards worked in the store and took over after R.W. died in 1898; at some point the name was changed to A.F. Edwards. Ambrose's son, A.F. Edwards, Jr., took charge of the store in 1921. 4

The first store was at 961 Broadway. When the new Delger Block was completed in 1883, they moved into 963 Broadway. 1 They remained there until 1904, when the moved to a larger location at 1117-1119 Broadway (1227-1229 Broadway after renumbering). 2,4 That location was used until they moved into a new building at 1711 Broadway - 1710 Telegraph where Youth Radio now stands. 3 In 1947, they moved one more time to 1633 Broadway - 1636 Telegraph. 5

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from 1896 directory1227 Broadway 41711 Broadway 3

Links and References

  1. Delger's New Building Oakland Tribune June 27, 1883
  2. moving ad Oakland Tribune March 16, 1904
  3. Edwards Jeweler, New Home Oakland Tribune March 17, 1937
  4. Conducted By Three Generations Oakland Tribune September 17, 1927
  5. ad Oakland Tribune March 1, 1948
  6. ad Oakland Tribune December 10, 1963
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