When did PANDORA jewelry come out?
1982
It all started nearly 30 years ago. Back in 1982 a jeweller’s shop that would one day become PANDORA was established in modest surroundings in Copenhagen, Denmark, by Danish goldsmith Per Enevoldsen and his wife Winnie.
When did PANDORA become popular?
2000
Pandora’s collection grew to include an assortment of rings, necklaces, earrings and watches. It started selling its signature charm bracelets in 2000 after several years of development, protected by a patent. The Danish private equity group Axcel bought a 60% stake in the company from the Enevoldsen family in 2008.
Where did Pandora jewelry originate?
Copenhagen, Denmark
It all started nearly 30 years ago. Back in 1982 a jeweller’s shop that would one day become Pandora was established in modest surroundings in Copenhagen, Denmark, by Danish goldsmith Per Enevoldsen and his wife Winnie. From the beginning, they often travelled to Thailand in search of jewelry for importing.
Is Pandora jewelry made in China?
All Pandora Jewelry products are made in Thailand.
Why is Pandora jewelry called Pandora?
The name Pandora means “all gifted” in Greek. In ancient Greek mythology, Pandora received many gifts from the gods, including the gift of music, from Apollo.
Where is Pandora manufactured?
Thailand
All Pandora Jewelry products are made in Thailand. For more information, please visit our craftsmanship page .
What stones do Pandora use?
Gemstones – including diamonds, quartz and topaz. Organic gems – including cultured pearls and amber. Man-made stones – including cubic zirconia and crystal. Metals – Sterling silver, 14k and 18k gold.
What kind of jewelry does Pandora Jewelry use?
Pandora Jewelry is made from the highest quality, ethically sourced, 14k gold, 18K gold-plated sterling silver. sterling silver and Pandora Rose metals, and every single stone is hand set by a dedicated and skilled team of craftsman.
Who is the founder of Pandora Jewelry Company?
Our story begins with the Danish goldsmith Per Enevoldsen and his wife Winnie, founding Pandora in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1982. Pandora has made an incredible journey from a local Danish jewelry store to the world’s biggest jewelry brand. 1989
When did the first Pandora charm come out?
Pandora began designing its beloved charms in the year 2000. Each charm has a meaning, some times many meanings, one from its designer and more lent to it by the person who wears and loves it.
When did Pandora go public in the market?
The Danish private equity group Axcel bought a 60% stake in the company from the Enevoldsen family in 2008. Shares totalling DKK 9.96 billion (US$ 1.84 billion) were sold in an IPO in October 2010, one of the biggest IPOs in Europe that year, giving Pandora a market capitalisation of around DKK 27 billion.