SilverTrove

Custom Made Sterling Silver and Fine Silver Jewelry

Independence, Missouri 803 Sales On Etsy since 2007

5 out of 5 stars (187)

SilverTrove

Custom Made Sterling Silver and Fine Silver Jewelry

Independence, Missouri | 803 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (187)

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SilverTrove is taking a short break

Note from shop owner My shop is on vacation until further notice. If you have an order pending please be assured I will still be working on and shipping out jewelry every day. I will also be checking my messages and responding to them daily. If you came to shop, I'm sorry I missed you. My shop will be open and full of SilverTrove jewelry soon. I hope you will check back later.

Thanks for your understanding.
Carol Braden-Williams

Note from shop owner

Last updated on Jan 28, 2019

My shop is on vacation until further notice. If you have an order pending please be assured I will still be working on and shipping out jewelry every day. I will also be checking my messages and responding to them daily. If you came to shop, I'm sorry I missed you. My shop will be open and full of SilverTrove jewelry soon. I hope you will check back later.

Thanks for your understanding.
Carol Braden-Williams

Carol Braden-Williams

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Carol Braden-Williams

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About SilverTrove

Sales 803
On Etsy since 2007
  • Chinese turquoise in sterling silver.
  • Rings!
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My lifetime love of sterling silver jewelry, nature, art and fantasy have culminated to bring you the special collection that is SilverTrove!

Twenty years ago, I was a widow with three young children. The need to be at home with them and my love of working with sterling silver and gemstones gave me the courage to take a leap of faith. I quit my day job and started making and selling my silver wire jewelry full time. I dove in head first and, by the grace of God, it worked out. I took some classes in Silversmithing to expand upon my skills. In 2007, SilverTrove became an Etsy shop.

Working one-on-one with my customers allows me to create custom personalized pieces which is one of the things I love about selling online. Every piece of SilverTrove jewelry is creatively designed and forged with love from partially recycled materials. In my studio, I follow strict environmental standards and recycle all possible materials and bi-products. I actively seek metals and materials that are responsibly sourced. I am concerned about the environmental and social impact of silver, gold and gemstone mining and I recycle the silver I work with, but no metalsmith can be sure that all the metals they work with have been ethically obtained. Did you know that producing enough 'new' gold for one ring generates 20 tons of mine waste that is being dumped into or rivers, lakes and streams? I hope we will someday have verified source information on all suppliers of jewelry metals and gemstones with the help of organizations like Earthworks. I am an active member of Earthworks and I urge everyone to sign the "No Dirty Gold Pledge" because gold, silver and gemstones are all obtained from the same mines. Earthworks exposes plans to open mines that would pollute natural resources and destroy wildlife and habitat and they work hard to stop them. They also expose mines with unsafe working conditions, unfair wages and underage employees and have been very successful in stopping these unethical practices. Go to: http://www.earthworksaction.org/
for more information including a link to the "No Dirty Gold Pledge". Their work is important because they expose unethical mining practices and are working to establish mining standards. Someday I hope all metalsmiths will know the source of the metals and gemstones they purchase. I hope we can all honor the earth first above our desire for aesthetic beauty.

Shop members

  • Carol Braden-Williams

    Owner, Artist, Designer, Silversmith, Public Relations Manager, Bookeeper, Shipping And Receiving Clerk, Inventory Manager, Buyer, Sourcing And Marketing Manager, Computer Tech

    I am a tool in the hands of God; a willing apprentice who watches in awe as The Divine Master creates through me.

Shop policies

Last updated on May 27, 2018
Welcome to my Etsy shop! I hope you will have fun looking around and enjoy what you find here as much as I have enjoyed creating each piece. I love custom orders so take a look around at all the beautiful jewelry to choose from. I can make different variations of the items listed or design something especially for you. Please feel free to look at some of the jewelry I have already sold for more ideas. You will find a link on the right side of my main shop page under "Other Items."
My work is my passion. I hope you will see that passion reflected in every piece. If you have any questions please contact me through the "Conversations" link and I will reply promptly.

Accepted payment methods

Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
Most items may be returned for a refund or exchange within 14 days. The item must be received in it's original condition and shipping charges cannot be refunded. Your jewelry purchase is also covered by my lifetime service and repair policy outlined below. Custom orders, personalized items and earrings (for hygiene reasons) cannot be returned unless they are defective in materials or workmanship, in which case the item(s) will be repaired or refunded at my option.

If you purchase a custom made or personalized piece, a refund can only be issued before I start work on your jewelry or if the piece is defective as described above.
Payment
I accept direct payments through Etsy using a debit or credit card. I also accept online payments through PayPal. An account is not required to pay by check, debit or credit card through PayPal. Payment in full must be received and cleared before orders are filled or shipped.

I reserve the right to refuse to sell to anyone who has, to my knowledge, been abusive or publicly slanderous to me or any other Etsy seller.
Shipping
Most in-stock orders will be shipped within one business day of cleared payment. If payment clears on a weekend or holiday it will be recorded as received on the following business day. For custom orders, please check the shipping tab on any listing page for processing times. You will be provided with a tracking number when your package is shipped. Domestic items will be shipped via USPS Insured First Class mail. Shipping insurance will be included at no additional charge for items valued at over $15.00. Expedited shipping services are available upon request.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
I retain proof of shipment and will provide tracking or delivery confirmation numbers when your order ships.
You will be responsible for any customs fees, duties, taxes or other charges incurred. By purchasing items from my shop, you are agreeing to these terms.
Additional policies and FAQs
All my hand made fine art jewelry is covered by my service and repair policy for the life of the piece. Many services such as tarnish removal, scratch removal, polishing, minor repairs, stone tightening and some ring enlargements will be performed free of charge. Other repairs that require more extensive work or replacement of lost or damaged components may incur a fee based on my cost. Every piece is 100% guaranteed against defects in materials or workmanship for life. If the item fails because of defects I will repair or replace it free of charge. Please contact me for shipping instructions and an estimate of any cost that may be involved before returning any piece.