Jason Marchiafava’s path to becoming Tiffany & Co.’s first and only Master Craftsman was shaped by both legacy and restlessness. Raised in a traditional Italian-American family of jewellers, he began his training at age 11 at his father’s bench. Jason left home to refine his skills further, first to Traverse City and then Italy, learning from master engravers and absorbing the discipline of old-world craftsmanship.

Upon returning to the U.S., he continued his journey at the New Approach School for Jewelers as a Master Instructor. There, his dedication to preserving fading techniques met a new sense of purpose: mentorship and innovation. While at Tiffany & Co., he designed and led their craft departments and training centres. His global impact spans facility development, curriculum authorship, ergonomic innovation, and manufacturing optimisation.

During his tenure, Marchiafava became known for blending classical methods with modern vision. In 2017, he left Tiffany to launch his own studio in Nashville, focused on handmade fine jewellery and the continued evolution of American craftsmanship.