Radcliffe Jewelers, now part of The 1916 Company, unveiled its new Baltimore showroom, in honor of the company’s 40-year legacy and its next chapter as part of the global retailer. Located at 1819 Reisterstown Road, across the street from its address for the last 25 years, The 1916 Company’s newest location encompasses a 26,000 square-foot dedicated to the client experience.
Designed by Eric Lewis of Baltimore’s E/Line Architecture, the store merges dedicated environments for brand partners such as Rolex, Cartier and David Yurman with intimate lounges, hospitality bars, a concierge-style service area and event space. The store’s palette favors minimalist overtones and natural materials, presenting grandeur with an organic, modern touch. Marble, mosaics, textured wall coverings and plush seating unite with artisanal lighting fixtures and rich, green living walls. An intricate tree motif, symbolizing growth and connection, serves as a focal point, reinforcing the company’s deep ties and relationships throughout the community.
“We are thrilled to share our new home in Baltimore during such an exciting time for our company,” said John Shmerler, global CEO of The 1916 Company, shared. “Our team is committed to excellence and creating personalized experiences for everyone who walks through our doors — in Baltimore and around the world.”
Established in the early 1980s as a modest, 750-square foot store, Radcliffe Jewelers continually evolved throughout its four decades, leading to the merger in late 2023 with WatchBox, Govberg, and Hyde Park Jewelers. Radcliffe forged relationships with generations of clients across the extended Baltimore region as well as partnerships with the leading names in watchmaking and jewelry design, all of which continues under The 1916 Company name.
A curated selection of fine jewelry complements the watch collections, with elegant buildouts for Chanel Fine Jewelry & Watches, David Yurman and Mikimoto. The store showcases extraordinary classic and contemporary diamond pieces along with creations by jewelers such as Buccellati, Elizabeth Locke, Fernando Jorge, Pomellato, Roberto Coin, Temple St. Clair, Vhernier and more. The Diamond Salon, accessible from the main showroom as well as its own entrance, is home to a collection of engagement rings, diamond eternity bands and wedding rings.
Adding to the allure of the new showroom, an extensive, ever-changing selection of pre-owned handbags are available, curated by Luxury In Reach, the marketplace and community for designer handbags.
