
Announcement
We have an extended collection on our website www.swankmetalsmithing.com !!
We are a family owned and operated business based out of downtown Portland, OR. I, Chelsea, work with my dad, Gary Swank, he started his business in 1973! Our store front in Portland is called Gary Swank Jewelers. My Mom also works here part time, her name is Karen. We are focused on creating really interesting and unique pieces of jewelry that are heirloom quality.
We work in sterling silver, 14k yellow, 14k rose gold and 14k Palladium white gold.
You can find me on Instagram @swankmetalsmithing
You can see sneak peeks of our newest stuff as well as process photos.
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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Reviews
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erik on Sep 22, 2023
5 out of 5 starsWhat a beautiful ring ! I would highly recommend anything from this shop !!!
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Hobgoblin on Sep 14, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful work. She was over the moon to receive the ring and said yes!
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Amanda on Aug 28, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI had been eyeing this piece for YEARS. Finally my husband and I were financially in a spot where I could splurge and upgrade my wedding set. This set is so unbelievably gorgeous, it’s even prettier in person. I get so many compliments on how unique it is! It was well worth the five year wait!
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Melissa on Aug 20, 2023
5 out of 5 starsPositively stunning. It’s a beautiful, solid piece. The stones are pastel-ish. Just lovely.
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Nannette on Aug 6, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThis is my 2nd order from Swank Metalsmiths. Their items are beautifully crafted and so unique. I love the designs. I am very pleased with my purchases. Thank you!
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bigK2268 on Jul 24, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThis is a very beautiful necklace!! I’m so thrilled to have it and it’s my birthstone to boot!!!! High quality nicely made and packaged very secure!
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About SwankMetalsmithing
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Our Store front on Broadway. Downtown Portland Oregon.
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Our shop and display case.
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Grayam setting some diamonds. We set our stones under a microscope.
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Our little CNC mill.
How SwankMetalsmithing came to be
Shop members
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Chelsea Swank
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator
I am the lead on our Etsy shop here as well as our website www.swankmetalsmithing.com We do everything in house from design to casting to finishing, stone setting, shipping and product photography.
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Gary Swank
Maker, Designer, Creator
Gary Swank is the owner of Gary Swank Jewelers. He opened his first jewelry shop at the age of 18, in 1973. He fancies himself the head cheese.
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Karen Swank
Worker Bee 🐝
Karen does a lot of our metal work. She comes up with design ideas, helps with shipping and maintaining the shop. She also does ceramics, and has her own Etsy shop called WoobieLove. And she's my Saturday morning farmers market buddy!
Shop policies
Shipping
Customs and import taxes
Payment options
Returns & exchanges
Cancellations
Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 2 days of purchase
More information
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.