James Brown & Partners Limited

Award Winning Jewellery Manufacturer and Retailer established 75 years. Scottish Wedding Awards 2025 winner. Experienced team of 13 have a combined total of more than 240 years of knowledge, expertise and experience. Specialising in bespoke design and manufacturing, remodelling customer’s sentimental jewellery, CAD design, stone setting, repairs, polishing and valuations. Valuable Lab Diamond testing equipment included in sale. Fully equipped workshop based alongside city centre showroom. Various luxury high street retail/trade customers. Over 40% of the customers are trade customers with repeat business from private customers. Turnover in the region of £1m. Strong six figure EBITDA. Retirement sale.

No 1, Argyll Arcade, Second Floor, Glasgow City Centre. G2 8BA.

Scottish Business Centre are delighted to present an unparalleled opportunity to acquire James Brown & Partners Limited, an award-winning jewellery manufacturer and retailer with a rich heritage of over 70 years. Located in the prestigious Argyll Arcade, Glasgow’s renowned diamond jewellery hub, this business is a cornerstone of excellence, offering potential buyers a rare chance to step into a thriving market with immense growth opportunities.

Established in 1950, James Brown & Partners Limited stands as a testament to decades of high-quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. With a team boasting over 240 years of combined expertise, the business specialises in bespoke design and manufacturing, remodelling sentimental jewellery, CAD design, stone setting, repairs, polishing, and valuations.

In addition, the presence of a machine to test for lab-grown diamonds, which are increasingly popular alternatives to natural diamonds, ensures the business stays ahead of current industry trends.

The fully equipped workshop, strategically located alongside the showroom in Glasgow’s city centre, is staffed by an experienced team of professionals. With a turnover in the region of £1 million, the business enjoys a diverse clientele, including luxury high street retail and trade customers, with over 40% of sales coming from repeat trade customers.

Positioned in the historic Argyll Arcade, the business benefits from a high level of foot fall in one of Scotland’s most esteemed jewellery districts. The Arcade hosts more than 30 jewellers and diamond merchants under one roof, making it a magnet for customers seeking quality and variety.

The prime location not only enhances visibility but also positions the business as a leader among peers in the jewellery sector. While over the many years of ownership our clients have driven the business to achieve impressive levels of trading, the potential for future growth within James Brown & Partners Limited is tremendous, especially within the online retail sector.

New owners of the company would have the opportunity to explore various avenues to boost trade and enhance the business’s market presence even further. Whilst the company does have an online presence with a dedicated website, selling jewellery online is one area of growth that could be considered. By developing a robust e-commerce platform, new owners of the business could tap into the wider online e-commerce market. Offering virtual consultations and online bespoke design could potentially attract a greater audience.

By fully utilising digital marketing, social media platforms, and targeted online advertisements, the business would be in a good position to potentially reach new demographics. Another potential area to boost growth could be via collaborations and partnerships. New owners of the company could potentially partner with local fashion designers and influencers to create unique jewellery lines, thereby expanding the brand’s reach and attracting a diverse customer base.

James Brown & Partners Limited presents a truly rare acquisition opportunity for a range of potential buyers, particularly larger operators within the sector. For larger jewellery retailers or manufacturers, acquiring James Brown & Partners Limited means instantly gaining a well-established brand with a loyal customer base.

With over seven decades of esteemed service, the company offers brand equity and a reputation for quality that could be seamlessly integrated into a larger portfolio. The prime location in Glasgow’s Argyll Arcade provides immediate access to a bustling marketplace renowned for jewellery shopping. Larger operators seeking to expand their footprint in the UK, particularly in Scotland, will benefit from this strategic positioning and the increased footfall it guarantees.

As noted, the acquisition would include the highly experienced & skilled team of staff. This wealth of knowledge in bespoke jewellery design, manufacturing, and customer service could significantly enhance the operational capabilities of a larger enterprise looking to upscale its bespoke offerings or enter the high-end market.

James Brown & Partners Limited’s diversified clientele, including significant trade customers, offers a stable and recurring revenue stream. For larger companies, this can provide a new and reliable income source, reducing reliance on retail sales alone. By integrating James Brown & Partners Limited into a larger operation could yield significant synergies and economies of scale, particularly in supply chain management, marketing, and administrative operations.

The sale of the company offers a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established business with a loyal customer base and significant potential for future growth. With the company history, experienced team, sizeable and varied customer base and the prime trading location within the city, James Brown & Partners Limited is ripe for further success and growth under the guidance of an innovative and forward-thinking new owner.

The directors of the company have only now decided to sell the business due to their wish to retire. For more information and to arrange a meeting with our clients, please contact Scottish Business Centre.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SALE OF THE COMPANY IS TO BE TREATED AS CONFIDENTIAL AND NO DIRECT APPROACH SHOULD BE MADE TO THE BUSINESS PREMISES OR STAFF.