Established in 1933. The Helfer family has been importing diamonds and making jewelry for three generations, starting with Gregg's grandfather David. David opened his first wholesale office in downtown Chicago in 1933, and in 1939 he opened his first retail store in Kankakee. Over time, David opened more than fifteen stores throughout the Midwest. His son Edd and his wife Ellen continued the family business, consolidating into the Chicago region. In 2000, their son Gregg opened his own office in the historic Maller's building on... read full review »