Perhaps it’s no coincidence that the seed for Niwot Jewelry & Gifts was planned in the 1950s, an era that we associate with old-fashioned values, such as honesty, integrity and community spirit. During this time Owen Irby opened a watch repair store and jewelry store in Arkansas, where he established a reputation for good work and fair dealing. He became well-known and trusted member of the Boulder business community after moving to town in the 1960s. His was of regarding everyone who came into his shop as a friend set people at ease and won him scores of repeat customers.