{"id":4191,"date":"2026-08-26T02:56:53","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T09:56:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grabon.com\/blog\/?p=4191"},"modified":"2026-08-27T01:14:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T08:14:05","slug":"jostens-facts-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grabon.com\/blog\/jostens-facts-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Jostens Fact Sheet: History, Products and Insights"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most of us know Jostens from our graduation day or that heavy class ring sitting in a jewelry box. They’ve spent over a century turning major life milestones into keepsakes. Below, we\u2019ve put together a no-nonsense guide to everything Jostens, tracking their history, what they offer today, and how to keep your order under budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

History of Jostens (Timeline)<\/b><\/h2>\n

1897<\/b>: Jostens was founded by Otto Josten in Minneapolis, Minnesota, initially as a watchmaking company.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1900s<\/strong>: The company shifted focus to manufacturing high school and college class rings, becoming well-known for these products.<\/p>\n

1920<\/strong>: Jostens introduced the first-ever class ring<\/a> with a unique design, solidifying its presence in the education market.<\/p>\n

1940s<\/strong>: Jostens expanded its product line to include yearbooks, further establishing its foothold in the education and memorabilia industries.<\/p>\n

1950<\/b>:<\/span> Jostens began producing high school and college graduation products, offering items like diplomas, caps, and gowns.<\/span><\/p>\n

1960<\/strong>: The company entered the sports market by creating championship rings for professional sports teams.<\/p>\n

1980<\/strong>: Jostens became publicly traded, listing its shares on the New York Stock Exchange.<\/p>\n

1990s<\/strong>: Jostens acquired several smaller companies, including the yearbook publisher Taylor Publishing, expanding its reach.<\/p>\n

2000s<\/strong>: The company continued to diversify, offering products like class jewelry and promotional items for various organizations.<\/p>\n

2018<\/strong>: Jostens was acquired by Platinum Equity, a private equity firm. This marked the end of Jostens’ status as a publicly traded company, as it had previously been listed on the New York Stock Exchange.<\/p>\n

Present Day<\/strong>: Jostens continues to be a leader in the educational and commemorative product industry, offering personalized products and services to students, athletes, and organizations around the world.<\/p>\n

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