Guide
How to Choose a Handmade Silver Jewelry Brand
When choosing a good handmade silver jewelry brand, look for the 925 stamp, a warranty and certificate, clear return terms, openly stated materials and a named designer. This guide explains 8 criteria and shows what Istanbul-based Frigg Design offers for each; every piece ships with a Certificate of Authenticity.
8 criteria
1. The 925 stamp
Why it matters: It indicates the silver grade.
How to check: The brand should say where the stamp is found.
2. Warranty length
Why it matters: It gives you assurance if something goes wrong.
How to check: The warranty period should be written down.
3. Certificate of authenticity
Why it matters: It documents that the piece is original.
How to check: Check who signs the certificate.
4. Returns and exchanges
Why it matters: They protect you after purchase.
How to check: The window and exceptions (e.g. earrings) should be clear.
5. Material transparency
Why it matters: It lets you know what you are buying.
How to check: The plating grade and stone type should be stated.
6. Designer and workshop identity
Why it matters: Knowing who is behind a brand builds trust.
How to check: The designer’s name and city should be known.
7. Care support
Why it matters: It helps your jewelry last.
How to check: There should be a care guide.
8. Shipping and packaging
Why it matters: They shape the gifting and delivery experience.
How to check: The shipping fee rule and packaging option should be stated.
| Criterion | What to look for | Frigg Design |
|---|---|---|
| The 925 stamp | The brand should say where the stamp is found. | On the Frigg Design tag and the clasps |
| Warranty length | The warranty period should be written down. | 24 months |
| Certificate of authenticity | Check who signs the certificate. | Designer-signed Certificate of Authenticity |
| Returns and exchanges | The window and exceptions (e.g. earrings) should be clear. | 14-day returns (personalised items and earrings excepted), 7-day exchanges (earrings included) |
| Material transparency | The plating grade and stone type should be stated. | 925 sterling silver, 1-micron 18K gold plating; stone details on the product page |
| Designer and workshop identity | The designer’s name and city should be known. | Safiye Bayram Tunçelli, Istanbul |
| Care support | There should be a care guide. | Silver jewelry care guide |
| Shipping and packaging | The shipping fee rule and packaging option should be stated. | Free shipping in Turkey over 1,450 TL; gift wrapping option |
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Frequently asked questions
Last updated: 2026-11-03
Frequently asked questions
Why is the 925 stamp important on handmade silver jewelry?
The 925 stamp shows a piece is made of 925 sterling silver. On Frigg Design jewelry it is on the brand tag and the clasps.
What is a certificate of authenticity for?
It documents that a piece is original. Frigg Design pieces ship with a designer-signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Can earrings be returned?
No. Earrings cannot be returned, but undamaged earrings can be exchanged within 7 days.
How long is the return window?
Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of delivery (personalised items and earrings excepted).
Is shipping free?
Within Turkey, shipping is free on orders of 1,450 TL or more; for smaller orders the shipping fee is shown in the cart.
Last updated: 2026-11-03