• Born: 30 Aug 1834, Falmouth MA
• Died: 22 Jan 1918, Seattle WA

  General notes:

Jeweler and watchmaker

  Events in his life were:

• He worked circa 1860-1870 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Keokuk IA

• He worked in 1870-1880 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Aberdeen MS

• He appeared on the census in 1870 in Aberdeen MS. Listed as a watchmaker.

• Advertised: The Vernon Pioneer, on 17 Oct 1877, in Vernon AL. Stating "Mr. C. T. GIFFORD’s card is on this page. He is well known as a reputable dealer in watches, clocks, spectacles, silver plated ware and jewelry. When you want any thing in his line or want a clock of watch repaired be sure to call on him."

• Advertised: The Vernon Pioneer, on 13 Mar 1878, in Vernon AL. Stating C. T. GIFFORD, dealer in watches, clocks, spectacles, silver plated ware, jewelry, &c. Watches, clocks, &c. repaired in the best manner and warranted. 18-carat gold engagement and wedding rings from $4.50 to $11. Call and see my stock. Sign of the Golden Eagle, No. 105 Commerce Street, Aberdeen, Mississippi.

• He appeared on the census in 1880 in Aberdeen MS. Listed as a jeweler.

• He worked after 1880 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Tacoma Pierce WA

• He appeared on the census in 1900 in Tacoma Pierce WA. Listed as a jeweler.