KENNY PHILLIPS, GIA GRADUATE GEMOLOGIST
A legacy of four generations and over four decades in the estate jewelry industry.

My passion lies in discovering exquisite estate jewelry—high-quality, distinctive, and enduring works of wearable art that beautifully encapsulate an individual’s unique style and personality.
Kenny Phillips

In 1980, Kenny Phillips graduated from the Gemological Institute of America in New York City and began working in his family’s Charles Kaufman Enterprises estate jewelry business in Miami. Under the expert guidance of his legendary grandfather, Choo Choo Kaufman, and uncle, Donald Kaufman, he learned the importance of building trustful relationships with his clients and providing quality jewelry at a great price.
In 1998, Kenny founded K. Phillips & Co., Inc., based in Miami, Florida, and in 2000, he founded a DBA, KP Gems, based in Austin, Texas. In 2024He continues the family tradition by providing clients access to unique gems and concierge-level service at wholesale prices from his office in Austin.
Kenny regularly participates in reputable estate jewelry events, such as The Original Miami Beach Antique Show and the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show.
He specializes in pre-owned jewelry from the Victorian to Mid-Century eras. He is passionate about finding and offering enduringly beautiful pieces, including those crafted by iconic jewelers such as Cartier, Chanel, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, and Tiffany.
REVIEWS

Austin's Jewelry Concierge

Monday | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
Friday | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
We offer GIA-certified natural and lab-grown diamonds, gold, platinum, and silver jewelry, and natural diamonds and gemstones.
We buy and sell estate, vintage, antique, signed, and contemporary jewelry, as well as fine watches with proper certification and original boxes.
We work with private clients, dealers, auction houses, estate sales, and attorneys.
We can GIA-certify your gemstones to maximize value and insurability.
We prioritize integrity, discretion, and long-lasting client relationships.
We serve clientele across the continental United States.
We do not purchase jewelry without a properly government-issued ID.
We do not buy copper, brass, tungsten, or stainless steel jewelry.
We do not ship or sell outside of the continental United States.
We do not offer financing options.
5511 Parkcrest Drive, Suite 105
Austin, TX 78731