Siebke Hoyt

Siebke Hoyt Fourth Generation Jewelers Siebke Hoyt was founded 1889 by George B. Ludy and Robert P. Taylor, two experienced watchmakers. Joseph M.
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Ludy and Taylor Jewelers, as it was originally known, was located at 225 First Avenue NE. In 1914, Ludy and Taylor hired a young watchmaker, Gustav Siebke, to help them with their business. Gustav Siebke, a graduate of Bradley-Horological Institute, became a full partner in 1921, and the name of the business was changed to Siebke and Taylor Company. Joseph Hoyt, another young watchmaker and jewele

r, marred Marilyn Siebke, Gus Siebke’s daughter, on October 1, 1945, after returning from service in World War II. Joseph joined the company in 1946 and became a full partner in 1953. The name of the firm was changed to Siebke Hoyt to reflect the actual ownership. Pearl Taylor, Robert Taylor’s wife, had previously sold her share of the business to Joseph Hoyt. Gus Siebke died on December 24, 1973, following a long illness. The 83-year-old Siebke was chairman of the board of Siebke Hoyt at the time of the death. Hoyt continued to work at Siebke Hoyt, retiring in January 1975. He was chairman of the board at the time of his death on May 6, 1983 in Orlando, Florida. Joseph “Jay” Hoyt, the current president of Siebke Hoyt, joined the company during the Christmas season of 1974. His younger brother, Thomas, joined Siebke Hoyt in 1986. Thomas serves as Vice President of Siebke Hoyt Jewelers. In late 2011, Joseph “Jay” Hoyt’s son, Joseph Thomas Hoyt joined the company. After being schooled at GIA, he now helps his Father and Uncle with all the operations of the store. Jay and Tom Hoyt operate their store with the philosophy of quality merchandise at a fair price. Siebke Hoyt’s sales figures have resend dramatically over the past years. The reason is simple – VALUE - and the finest trained sales staff in the Midwest.

05/31/2026

We wear many hats here at Siebke Hoyt 🎩💎

Our most-loved & saved engagement rings from May 💍💕💋 We love these styles!
05/31/2026

Our most-loved & saved engagement rings from May 💍💕💋 We love these styles!

05/29/2026

Siebke Hoyt is the place to find the perfect timepiece ⌚️💎

05/28/2026

It’s almost time for Wheels and Watches next Saturday, June 6th (6/6) from 11am-3pm!!

We’ve got the watches ⌚ & the wheels 🏎️ Do you?Well don’t worry if the answer is no, because the perfect place to get a ...
05/27/2026

We’ve got the watches ⌚ & the wheels 🏎️ Do you?

Well don’t worry if the answer is no, because the perfect place to get a taste for both is our Wheels & Watches event, Saturday, June 6th (6/6) from 11am - 3pm!

05/25/2026

What carat size would you go with? 💍💎

05/25/2026
05/24/2026

Fine timepieces, luxury cars, and all for a good cause ⌚️🏎️

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4800 1st Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA
52402

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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