Birthdate: February 15, 1812
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Connecticut, United States
Died: February 18, 1902
Charles Lewis Tiffany was an influential American businessman and jeweler who founded Tiffany & Co. in New York City in 1837. He was recognized for his expertise in jewelry and introduced the first retail catalog in the country. In 1851, he established the English standard of sterling silver in imported jewelry. His innovative jewelry designs and business practices established him as a trailblazer in the industry, setting the standards for luxury and craftsmanship that define Tiffany & Co. today.
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