COAST SILVER

Coast Novelty Company was started quite by accident. Mr. Harry Jones, the originator, a tool and die man, was freelancing, making a round stainless steel cap for his fishing gear in a shop. He was approached by a gentleman who said "I can give you an order for 10,000 conchos made just like that," whereupon Mr. Jones replied "What in the Hell is a conchos?"... To make a long story short, Coast Novelty Company was started in barber shop in Inglewood, California. It was originally composed of three partners; one dropped out and Mr. Jones sold his share to the remaining partner (Milton Stokes and his wife) when he became ill. The Stokes continued with the stainless steel line of saddle trim until 1969 when their company was inherited by their son, Roy Stokes.

Also known as: Coast Novelty Company

Primary location: Big Bear City United States