The 1916 Company | Govberg Jewelers
Retail Luxury Goods and JewelryPennsylvania, United States11-50 Employees
The 1916 Company, originally Govberg Jewelers, is a Philadelphia-based retailer in the luxury watches and jewelry market with roots stretching back to 1916. In its home market, the company holds exclusive representation for several premier watch houses and maintains a broad pre-owned inventory alongside extensive service offerings. Its storefronts include a Center City flagship at 1529 Walnut Street and a nearby Ardmore boutique adjacent to Suburban Square, serving collectors and shoppers seeking high-end timepieces and jewelry for milestones. In 2026 the company expanded with a new showroom in Manhattan Beach, California, described as its eighth Official Rolex Jeweler location and featuring about 5,800 square feet. This expansion marks growth beyond its Philadelphia base and reflects a long heritage in collectible luxury watches and fine jewelry, spanning roughly a century.