• 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 1870 census taken at Aberdeen MS, listed as a watchmaker.

• Advertised in the The Vernon Pioneer (Vernon AL), 17 Oct 1877, 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 in the The Vernon Pioneer (Vernon AL), 13 Mar 1878, 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 1880 census taken at Aberdeen MS, listed as a jeweler.

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

• He appeared on the 1900 census taken at Tacoma Pierce WA, listed as a jeweler.