Curiosity Jewelers

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101 years old,
six days a week.

In 1964, Ann Angeletti rented a small storefront on Union Avenue for $85 a month and opened Curiosity Jewelers. In 2025, her story, and her advice on work and a long life, reached audiences across the country.

Good Morning America October 2025

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Advice from a 101-year-old business owner: ‘If you don’t like what you’re doing, then change’

GMA visited the store to meet Ann, who still runs Curiosity Jewelers with her daughter and granddaughter. Her first rule for success is taking care of yourself, and her advice to anyone who doesn't enjoy their work is to find something they do.

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“If I retire, I would die. So, I cannot stay home.”
“I’m happy working every day.”
“If you don’t like what you’re doing, then change.”

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Ann’s story around the country

Come meet Ann

Stop by 24 Union Avenue in Cresskill, or call ahead at (201) 568-8471.

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