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NewsPlant City ObserverOctober 29, 2026Hillsborough County

Brown’s Jewelers Celebrates 40 Years in Plant City

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Brown’s Jewelers marked its 40th anniversary of operating from its storefront at 1705 James L. Redman Parkway in Plant City. Owned and operated by Russell Brown, the business transitioned from early flea market operations to a permanent brick-and-mortar location while planning upcoming service expansions like laser engraving.

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Why It Matters

A long-standing local commercial fixture maintains its physical storefront operations and customer services, providing employment and retail options in Plant City.

Key Facts

  • Brown’s Jewelers celebrated its 40th anniversary on Oct. 21.
  • The business operates from a storefront at 1705 James L. Redman Parkway, Suite G, in Plant City.
  • The business was originally founded as Amstel Gold by Russell Brown and his father, operating out of flea markets including the Seminole Flea Market and Oldsmar Flea Market.
  • The family opened the physical storefront at James L. Redman Parkway in 1986.
  • The business officially adopted the name Brown’s Jewelers in 1995.
  • The store plans to expand its services by introducing a laser engraver for personalized items.
  • Store hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationBrown’s Jewelers“Locally owned jewelry store celebrating its 40th anniversary in Plant City.”OrganizationWalmart“Former neighbor of the jewelry store.”OrganizationSouthern Hospitality“Business currently occupying the space next door.”locationOldsmar Flea Market“Early flea market location where the family sold jewelry.”locationPlant City“City where Brown's Jewelers is located.”locationSeminole Flea Market“Early flea market location where the family sold jewelry.”OrganizationAmstel Gold“Original name of the family jewelry business.”PersonRussell Brown“Owner and operator of Brown’s Jewelers.”OrganizationSeminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino“Location where the Seminole Flea Market once stood.”