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Bruce Kingsmore – Owner and Operator. Attended the Citadel from 1953-1955 and graduated from Clemson University in 1957 with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. Bruce’s interest in fine jewelry began in 1975. He worked as a Structural Engineer until 1980, when he became a professional Diamond Broker and opened Diamond Jewelers of South Carolina in Downtown Greenville. Widely sought after for his knowledge of antique jewelry, Bruce has traveled the country to find only the best deals on the most exquisite diamonds, fine jewelry, and gems. Karin Kingsmore Collins – Consultant. Karin graduated from USC with a Bachelor of Arts degree, and worked as a VP/Commercial Underwriter until In 2002, she started a handmade jewelry business that went online in 2003. Karin and her jewelry have been featured in The Los Angeles Times, LA Weekly, Nylon Magazine, and other publications in the US, Canada, the UK, Japan, and the Netherlands. Karin grew up with Diamond Jewelers of South Carolina but officially came on board in 2012. She is currently pursuing certification through GIA’s Graduate Diamonds Diploma Program. Julie Hoffman- Manager, Diamond Consultant, and trained Gemologist since 2003. Julie has a true passion for jewelry, and has been working in the industry for 17 years. Her goal is to make diamond and jewelry buying a less stressful and more pleasant experience. Come in and let her knowledge and expertise help guide you to find the perfect piece of jewelry for yourself or that special someone, and experience the difference a well-trained specialist can make. A stress-free environment since 1980, our primary goal is to have only satisfied customers. Diamond Jewelers of South Carolina was voted the 2012 Best of the Upstate Reader’s Choice and is included in Talk Magazine’s 2012 A-List.