Sir Herman started in 1963 and served a five year apprenticeship in Johannesburg, under an Austrain Master Goldsmith.

He then qualified as a Jewellery manufacturer and Diamond mounter, in 1970 he moved to Pretoria and from a small office in the Poynton Building started servicing shops and private individuals.

He built up his reputation with honesty, excellent service, top quality work and original designs. All his work is hand made and unique, and he still attends to his customers personally with a welcoming smile.