Bobby Estes
President of Taylor-Raymond Jewelers.

New Mexico Jewelers Association's Annual Design Contest awarded Bobby a second place recognition at the age of thirteen. After college, Bobby served on the NM Jewelers Association board from 1985-1988. Bobby became the President of Capri Jewelers in Grants, New Mexico. In 1983, the Capri Corporation bought Taylor-Raymond. In 1988 he became the president of the NMJA. He has currently celebrated more than 35 years in the jewelry industry.After moving to Durango in 1989, Bobby retained 100 percent ownership of Taylor-Raymond. Today he resides in Durango, Colorado with his wife Marilyn and is the owner and president of Taylor-Raymond Jewelers.

Loretta Jones
Certified Gemologist Appraiser/ General Manager.

Loretta has been in the jewelry business for over 30 years. Her career in jewelry began in Durango, Co in 1974. She attended the Gemological Institute of America and received her AGS Registered title in 1976. she continued her education to receive the prestigious title of Ags certified gemologist appraiser, the highest accreditation in the jewelry business. To maintain this accreditation Loretta is required to take an examination every year to guarantee the high quality and accuracy.

Marilyn Estes
Secretary and Treasurer, Financial and insurance center

When was the last time you had jewelry inspected or insured? Taylor-Raymond Jewelers offers a personal jewelry insurance program that provides for theft, loss and damage of your stones. Marilyn has been in the financial business for over a decade. She has a strong background in retail sales and management. She has worked in the banking industry for over ten years. She will be happy to assist you with the purchase and financing of your fine jewelry.