C Kirk Root Designs Careers in Austin, TX

Austin's Premier Jewelry Store Since 1989, Locally Owned And Operated By An Award Winning Custom Designer And Austin's Only Master Gemologist Appraiser. Kirk Root has been in the jewelry business for 30 years. A graduate gemologist, he became the youngest person ever to be certified as a Master Gemologist Appraiser® by the American Society of Appraisers. Kirk opened C. Kirk Root Designs in 1989. He soon added Texas inspired lines and officially licensed University of Texas jewelry. In 2000, Kirk's designs were chosen in a statewide contest to become the official pins and rings of the Texas Legislature. A former chairperson of the Gems and Jewelry Board of the American Society of Appraisers, Kirk's gemological expertise has made him one of the leading appraisers for the FBI, DEA and Department of Justice. In 1998, Kirk trademarked the Century Cut® process to significantly enhance a diamond's brilliance. We are always here and happy to assist you in finding or creating that special piece