through the years
MEIEROTTO STORY THE
HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
Carol and Dennis Meierotto grew up in farming communities in Illinois and Iowa, respectively. They moved to Kansas City for work opportunities in 1967. Dennis worked at a local packaging company and Carol was a public school teacher. Dennis’ hobby was collecting gold and silver coins. In fact, their first store was named Midwest Coin Exchange and didn’t sell any jewelry, at first. Soon after opening, customers began asking for jewelry — diamonds, gold chains, and rings. Carol didn’t know anything about jewelry, but she was stubborn and willing to learn in an industry that at that time was dominated by men. She learned herself, but also took the time to educate others about jewelry and what they were buying.Word began to spread of their honesty, fair prices, and simple approach to selling jewelry. Their business grew, and grew.
Since moving to the current location in 2017, business has been good. The timing of moving to a new location was perfect. A larger store has been ideal for social distancing and allows us to showcase our huge selection of jewelry, diamonds, and watches. In 2021, Meierotto Jewelers was voted Best jeweler in Ingrams Magazine, Best Jewelry store in KC Magazine and also Best Jewelry Store/Best Wedding Jeweler in The Pitch Magazine. We are honored by the tremendous community support. After 42 years in business, Dennis and Carol still come to work nearly every day. They love what they do and it shows in the people they surround themselves with, the quality of the products they offer, and the relationships they have developed over the years.
1986
1979
Meierotto Jewelers first store was a 500 square foot location.
The Store on Vivion Road in Kansas City North. Due to continued growth, the store was expanded twice at this location.
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