About Matrix

Matrix Jewelers came into existence in 1985, originally the home of Alaskan residents and jewelers, Pat Pearlman and Edith Shope, and life-long resident and gemologist, Kay Hoch. Matrix featured the work of local artisans, as well as a selection of diamonds and colored stones.

In 1987, co-owner Kay Hoch, 10 year owner of Gem Labs of Alaska, bought out both partners. Prior to establishing Matrix, Kay had been traveling abroad, acquiring an extensive inventory of high quality emeralds, rubies, sapphires and other colored stones. In 1981, after obtaining a Graduate Gemologist Degree in diamonds and colored stones, he expanded his business to include diamonds.