Jacob Arabo is popularly known as Jacob the Jeweler. He is Bukharian-American jewelry and his career has earned him a net worth of $50 million. Jacob Arabo made his wealth for being the owner and founder of Jacob & Co. His high-end watch and jewelry making company was a success and it dealt with jewelry watches and other accessories that attracted athletes, hip-hop artist, and other high-profile individuals.
Some of his high-profile clients include David Beckham, Floyd Mayweather, Sir Elton John, etc. Jacob has even won the 2006 Travel and Leisure Design Award and it all adds up to his reputation and career success. Read on to understand him better.
Who is Jacob Arabo?
You might have heard the name “Jacob the Jeweler” getting mentioned by artists such as Kanye West, Big Sean, Nas, and Jay-Z. He gained his reputation for his jewelry. He even sold the “Billionaire” watch for $18 million to Floyd Mayweather.
Jacob Arobo, widely known as Jacob the Jeweler was born on December 26, 1965. He was birth name is Yakov Arabov and he was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Jacob was the youngest in a family of five children and is the only son in the family.
Jacob displayed a love for artistry and craftsmanship from a young age. He was often fascinated by different jewelry designs and pieces that he came across. Through it, he slowly started loving watches and by the age of his 13, his father gifted him a world time watch.
Jacob and his family came to the United States when he was14 years. However, the family faced financial challenges during his teenage years and this was the key reason that forced them to relocate from Uzbekistan to the United States in hope of getting better opportunities.
Jacob attended Forest Hills High School and during this time, his father was working several jobs in his quest to provide for the family. The hardship pushed Jacob to enrol in a six-month jewellery-making course.
He graduated after four months and took a job at a local jewelry wholesale factory. This early exposure was essential in equipping him with the knowledge and skills to take up the industry and create his company.
Overview of Jacob Arobo’s Career
Arobo’s talent and skill attracted more people to purchase jewelry from him. The turning point for his career came after he started his Jacob & Co company in 1986 when he was 21 years old.
Arobo was pushed by his vision to achieve more in life ad over the course of his career, he has achieved many deals, sales, and clients that have worked in his favor.
Jacob Arobo’s Net Worth
Jacob Arobo has earned much from his career. He has made so much sales in his company and the beauty is in the worth of the jewelry that he sells as they give him much returns. As of 2024, he has earned a net worth of $50 million all thanks to his career.