The Hatton Garden Podcast

Michael Fox - Jobbing Jeweller


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Michael retired in 2021 after nearly 60 years in Hatton Garden.  I got the sense from him of a different time; a harder but more simple time. Here's what we covered:

 
Introduction and Michael Fox's Background
 
Hatton Garden in 1963
 
Early Experiences and Apprenticeship
 
Why Jobbing Appealed
 
Traditional Tools
 
Workshop Atmosphere
 
Transition to Self-Employment
 
Community and Relationships
 
Gaining Confidence
 
Hatton Garden as a Diamond Trade Center
 
Enjoyment of the Trade
 
The Cost of Gold
 
Sense of Belonging and Community
 
Work as a Hobby
 
Current State of the Trade
 
Cultural Fabric - Lubavitch Visits
 
Retirement
 
Natural & Synthetic Gemstones
 

 

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The Hatton Garden PodcastBy geoffreyamurray