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Please find us on our website www.swankmetalsmithing.com !!
We are a micro family owned and operated business based out of downtown Portland, OR. I, Chelsea, am a second generation jeweler training under my father Gary Swank, he opened his first jewelry store in Portland OR in 1973! My Mom also works here part time doing the metal work, her name is Karen. We are focused on creating really unusual and unique pieces of jewelry with excellent craftsmanship.
All of our process is done in our workshop from design to casting, metalwork, finishing and stone setting.
We work in sterling silver, 14k yellow, 14k rose gold and 14k Palladium white gold.
You can find me on Instagram & Toktok @swankmetalsmithing
I also have an Etsy shop for my outside of work hobby which is ceramics, you can find me here - www.etsy.com/shop/Solar44Ceramics
For more information about us check out our profile - https://www.etsy.com/people/SwankMetalsmithing?ref=owner_profile_leftnav
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Jeremy on May 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful ring, she even sent a bar of moon struck chocolate. Thank you again so much!
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Taylor on May 2, 2024
5 out of 5 starsItem is exactly as shown in pictures, very comfortable to wear and sparkly!! Item was shipped to me extremely fast.
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Amanda Becker on May 1, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis ring is even more beautiful in person than the pictures, super thrilled with my purchase!
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Kaitlyn on Apr 30, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful, everything she's wanted and more. We've been looking at it for awhile now and it meets all of our expectations. Shipping was surprisingly quick once it was sent out and the stars seem to have aligned the day it arrived for everything to fall into place. Thank you very much!
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Sara on Apr 17, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI have several items from Chelsea now and the craftsmanship always blows me away. Definitely my favorite jewelry artist. Shipping is always insanely fast and the chocolate is a nice bonus.
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Eric on Apr 16, 2024
5 out of 5 starsIt was perfect! Met my wife's elegant taste, and the luster is clear. The black diamonds are beautiful and add a great Gothic feel to the whole piece. The ring buying process was easy and clear, and it arrived promptly.
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Jessica on Mar 31, 2024
5 out of 5 starsMy ring is so beautiful! They were able to add moonstone for the stars on the side per my request.
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Suzannah on Mar 30, 2024
5 out of 5 starsLong time fan, first time reviewer (Chelsea, I’m sorry!) I have many pieces but this one takes the cake! Asked my husband to indulge me with a new wedding ring for our anniversary and he obliged! But I wasn’t sure if my short fingers could handle 3 rings so I went with just the two. Changed my mind and got the third, so happy I did! They belong together!!! Over the moon. Thank you Chelsea for your creativity and craftsmanship. It never disappoints! <3
About SwankMetalsmithing
How SwankMetalsmithing came to be
Shop members
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Chelsea Swank
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator
I am a second generation jeweler working for the family jewelry business started by my father Gary Swank in 1973 in Portland Oregon. We do everything in house from concept and design to casting, metal work, finishing, stone setting and shipping.
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Gary Swank
Maker, Designer, Creator
Gary Swank is the founder of the Swank Jewelry brand. He opened his first jewelry shop at the age of 18, in 1973 in downtown Portland Oregon.
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Karen Swank
Worker Bee 🐝, Maker
Karen Swank does most our metal work and is very talented! She also does ceramics, and has her own Etsy shop called WoobieLove.
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Frequently asked questions
Ring sizing
We offer free ring sizers sent in the mail to double check your size before we start on your ring.
If you need a ring sizer please select the smallest size on the listing and leave a note in the notes box at checkout and we will get one on the way.
If you need your ring sized in the future we can do that for a small fee. Our turn around time is 4-6 weeks.
Warranty
We will cover and replace any lost side gems 3mm and under on all pieces. The warranty includes free gemstone checking, tightening and re-tipping if needed.
We do not cover loss or damage to the main stone but will replace side gems for free within 1 year of delivery date.
Warranty is void if worked on by another jeweler (ring sizing is ok)
We are not responsible for extreme damage or carelessness.
We do not cover any jewelry that is lost or stolen. Please contact your home owners or renters insurance carrier for that coverage.
Processing Times
Made to order items take 4-6 weeks to make. If you need something sooner please contact me to see if we can accommodate you. Rush orders are non-refundable.
We are at our full 6 week turn around time that does not include shipping time. Please allow an additional week for transit in the US or about 4 weeks for international (International shipping times vary greatly and arrival dates are not guarantees but estimates)
Materials
We work in sterling silver, 14k rose gold, 14k yellow gold 14k Palladium white gold. All of our materials are nickel free and we do not plate anything.
Palladium White gold - Is a premium white gold that has Palladium which is from the Platinum family of metals as the alloy instead of nickel. It is nickel free, unplated and a gorgeous gray color with less maintenance than traditional plated nickel white gold.
At Home Cleaning
For at home cleanings I recommend using a soft tooth brush and some warm soapy water. I recommend a mild and natural soap like a Dr. Bronners or a Mrs. Meyers. If your ring has stones you want to be sure to clean behind them as well to help them stay extra sparkly.
If you have a high shine silver ring that you want to stay as shiny as possible store it in an air tight container when not wearing it to avoid oxidization.
Packaging
Every piece is shipped in a tan jewelry box with a Vegan leather top. We also include a polishing cloth with every order.
Care instructions
A little extra care can keep your rings looking and feeling their best.
Avoid harsh chemicals such as bleach remove jewelry when showering, deep cleaning, going in the hot tub, pool etc to avoid buildup.
We have a lot of hardened metals in our world today that can scratch and ding precious metals like silver & gold. Avoid things with metal handles like garden tools. The serrated metal of gym equipment and free weights are the worst it is best to leave your jewelry at home when going to the gym doing yard work etc.
Gemstones vary in their hardness and durability. Softer gems require more care.
Example of softer gems - pearls, moonstone, quartz.
Example of harder gems - sapphire and diamonds.
Research the Mohs scale for more information.
Custom and personalized orders
We are generally able to swap out side stones and center stones to your preference. Please contact us for a quote.
We can make custom versions or variations of our current designs. Things such as a different shape center stone, larger or small center stone, etc.
We will not copy another artists work, please do not send reference photos from other shops.
- We are not able to work with customer provided gems.
- We do not sell unfinished jewelry or semi mounts.
- We cannot alter our rings to fit with a ring you have from another vendor, sorry!
Do you have a shop I can visit?
Our Portland Oregon workshop is not currently open to the public, sorry!
Returns
We do accept returns. The return window is 7 days from your delivery date so please contact us within that window to initiate the return. The item then needs to be on the way back to us within 7 days from the return approval.
Customized pieces and rush orders are non-refundable.
All returns must be sent back with the ring box and polishing cloth and anything else that was included in your order.
All pieces must be returned in their original condition and unworn. Return packages should be insured and require a signature to be safe.
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