Silver jewelry is one of the easiest categories to reorder and one of the easiest to get wrong. The material is consistent, the making process is repeatable, and almost every failure we see comes from the same place: information that was never confirmed in writing before production started.
This guide is the checklist we would want a buyer to follow, written from the side of the bench.
Start with the piece, not the quantity
Before anything else, agree on one reference piece. Send a photograph, a link to a design you like, or a sketch with dimensions. "Something like this one, in silver" is not enough — two pieces that look identical in a photograph can differ in chain width, wire thickness, clasp type and finishing.
If you already own a TRIJORA piece you want reproduced, say which one and what should change. That is the fastest route to an accurate quote.
The six things to confirm before quoting
- Material. 925 sterling throughout, including clasps and chain, or sterling with base-metal findings? The difference shows up in the price and in how the piece ages.
- Dimensions. Total length for necklaces, net wrist size plus extender for bracelets, bead and charm sizes, and the finished weight if you have a target.
- Finish. High polish, brushed, matte, or an oxidized (antique) finish that is then lightly hand-polished on the high points.
- Quantity per size. If you are ordering a bracelet run, tell us the split — for example 30 pieces at 15 cm, 20 pieces at 16 cm. Mixed runs are normal, but they change the setup.
- Packaging. Individual pouches, a printed card, a branded box, or bulk-packed for your own retail presentation. Barcode and label requirements too.
- Target arrival date. Tell us the date you need the goods in hand, not the date you place the order. We work backwards from it.
Why we ask for an approved sample
On a first design, we normally make one sample before the run. It costs a little time and it removes almost all risk. A sample catches the things a photograph cannot: how the clasp feels, whether the chain sits flat, whether the stone colour is the stone you wanted.
Once the sample is approved, the production run is largely mechanical. That is when the unit price becomes reliable.
What moves the price most
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Silver weight per piece | The single largest driver. Heavier is linearly more expensive. |
| Chain and findings | Hand-made links cost more than standard commercially available chain. |
| Stone or pearl content | Natural stones vary in price by a wide margin; specify the material, not just the colour. |
| Quantity | Setup cost is spread across more units as quantity rises. |
| Finishing | Hand-polishing and oxidized finishes add bench time per piece. |
| Packaging | Custom packaging is a separate production line and a separate lead time. |
Common mistakes
- Ordering by photograph colour alone. Natural stones and pearls shift in tone. Approve a physical sample or accept the variation in writing.
- Leaving the size unspecified. "Standard size" is the single most common reason a bulk order needs rework.
- Holding up payment to chase a deadline. Tell us the required date at quote stage; we can only plan for dates we know about.
- Assuming rush is always available. Rush making is about 10 days when bench capacity allows. It is not a guarantee on a peak week.
Send the reference piece, the quantities and the date. That is enough for a real quote.
Frequently asked
What is the minimum order quantity for custom silver jewelry?
Samples start at one piece. For a production run of the same design we normally start at 20 pieces, because below that the setup time for a new mould or a new chain length is not spread across enough units to make the unit price sensible.
Can you produce the same design in different sizes?
Yes. Sizing a bracelet or necklace to a different wrist or neck does not require a new design — only a new cut length and, sometimes, a slightly different stone or bead size. That is why we ask for your size breakdown at quote stage rather than after sampling.
How long does a bulk order take?
Standard making time is up to 30 days for a production run, with rush making around 10 days when capacity allows. Add transit time after dispatch. For a first-time design we also ask for an approved sample before the main run starts.
Do you offer wholesale pricing?
Yes, and the price per unit is quoted per design and quantity rather than published as a flat rate. Send the design references and your quantities and we will come back with a tiered quote.