History
1920
The Leo Wittwer company was founded in 1920 in Pforzheim by its namesake Leo Wittwer. First it makes small silver charms as well as small silver crosses.
1962
Reiner Maier becomes self-employed with his own company Reiner Maier and represents several jewellery companies worldwide. Later, as a partner of Leo Wittwer, he shapes the company in the direction of high-quality gold and diamonds.
1968
The company is completely taken over by Reiner Maier.
1974
Own production and manufacturing techniques make the factory internationally recognised for its outstanding quality.
1984
With Frank Maier the second generation enters the family business. The company Leo Wittwer expands its international activities. After the UK, Leo Wittwer establishes itself on the Asian and US markets.
1990
marks the birth of the legendary Leo Wittwer Cross – with a return to the lucky charms made in 1920, Frank Maier develops the first sketch of the company’s most well-known piece of jewellery. The trademark of jewellery manufacturer Leo Wittwer is born.
1992
Two years after the first sketch, the Leo Wittwer Cross became world famous – “the most beautiful jewellery cross” was the title of the trade press back then.
1996
The jewellery of the Leo Wittwer factory is available worldwide. In Dubai Duty Free, Leo Wittwer’s own corner is increasingly expanding.
1999
Brillant jewellery is refined more and more, the solitaire collection is given great importance.
2005
2005 Leo Wittwer starts its own Jewellery Shows in cooperation with its jewellery partners.
2008
The showroom in the Leo Wittwer building is created. Business partner meetings and training sessions find an elegant setting.
2010
Leo Wittwer accessories are made according to own designs, accessories made of leather and silk, with the same standards of perfection, which makes Leo Wittwer well-known.
2012
Cold enamel jewellery adds to the collections that enrich everyday life – Portofino – the legendary Leo Wittwer Cross is given colour.
2013
The first pieces of jewellery of the men’s collection is presented.
2015
A new event concept is developed. In cooperation with the luxury magazine ‘Der Feinschmecker’, newly designed Leo Wittwer event nights are created.
2017
The Panta rhei® line is born and with it the idea that “everything flows, everything is in motion”, which is interpreted in classic diamonds with a modern flair.
2019
The Leo Wittwer Concierge Service is created in cooperation with the gourmet magazine ‘Der Feinschmecker’ and creates experiences between enjoyment and luxury.
2020
Leo Wittwer celebrates its 100th anniversary!
