Cubic zirconia in jewelry — what it is, types and setting
Cubic zirconia in jewelry — what it is, how it differs from diamond and moissanite, cuts, colours and setting methods. Explained by a jewelry manufacturer.
Hoop earrings — types, sizes and production
Hoop earrings — clasp types, sizes, profiles and production methods. How to order silver or gold hoops under your own brand.
Onyx, malachite and natural stones in jewelry
Onyx, malachite, lapis and other natural stones in jewelry — properties, colours, forms (cabochon, beads) and setting. A jewelry manufacturer’s guide.
Bangle bracelets — types and production
Bangle bracelets — types, clasps, sizes and production. How to order silver or gold bangles under your own brand.
How to start your own jewelry brand — step by step
How to start your own jewelry brand from idea to first collection: niche, design, manufacturer, MOQ, pricing, branding and sales. A practical guide.
REACH, nickel and jewelry compliance in the EU — a brand guide
Jewelry compliance in the EU: nickel restriction (REACH Annex XVII), lead and cadmium, GPSR and documentation. What a brand must know before selling.
Working with a jewelry manufacturer — from RFQ to delivery
What working with a jewelry manufacturer looks like step by step: RFQ, quote, 3D model and prototype, sample, series production and acceptance. What to expect.
Gold vermeil — what it is, how it is made and who it is for
Gold vermeil — how it differs from ordinary plating, gold thickness, durability and which brands it suits. Explained by a jewelry manufacturer.
Custom earring manufacturing — what to settle before the first batch
The fitting, post material, weight of the pair and the nickel standard — four decisions that determine whether an earring batch succeeds.
Titanium wedding bands — properties and production
Light, durable and hypoallergenic — properties, anodised colours and production options for titanium bands.
Stone setting in jewelry — types of settings
Prong, bezel, pavé and channel — how to match the stone-setting technique to the piece.
How to prepare a jewelry design for production
References, dimensions, material, volume and budget — how to prepare a brief for a fast quote.
Jewelry packaging and labels under your own brand
Boxes, labels, care cards and hallmarking — what to set in private label production.
Men jewelry — production for brands
A growing segment: materials, categories and finishes of men jewelry and how to start a line.
Manufacturing jewelry from client-supplied gold — how settlement works
Input weight, process loss, returnable scrap and alloy additions — what to agree before the metal leaves your safe.
Jewelry quality control — how to accept a batch from your manufacturer
Reference sample, checklist, tolerances and an acceptance report — how to inspect a batch so a complaint is possible at all.
Hallmarking jewelry in Poland — what a brand has to do
When hallmarking is compulsory, how an assay mark differs from a maker's mark, and how to register your own punch.
Exporting jewelry outside the EU — documents, 0% VAT and destination rules
EORI, CN code, IE-599 and 0% VAT, proof of origin and hallmarking rules at destination — six points before the first shipment.
How long does custom jewelry production take — stage by stage
From the 3D model through casting to plating — a realistic production schedule and what usually extends the deadline.
How much does custom jewelry production cost — what drives the price
Material, process, finishing and volume — what really drives the price and how to prepare for a quote.
Restoring sacred objects — the process step by step
After decades of use, chalices, monstrances and reliquaries lose their gilding and lustre. We walk through the restoration of sacred objects stage by stage — from assessment to gold plating.
Hypoallergenic jewelry — which metal to make it from
A nickel allergy is the most common cause of jewelry irritation. We explain which metal — titanium, 925 silver, gold — to use for hypoallergenic jewelry.
Coat-of-arms signet ring — how to order and what to know
Want to order a ring with your family coat of arms? We explain step by step how to choose the emblem, metal and technique for a bespoke signet.
How to order wedding rings under your own brand
Want to offer wedding rings under your salon brand? We explain how private-label wedding-ring production works — from design to series.
OEM vs ODM in jewelry — what is the difference
OEM or ODM? We explain the difference between production to the client design and the manufacturer's ready designs in jewelry.
Rhodium or gold plating — which coating to choose
Rhodium or gold plating for jewelry? We compare the durability, colour and use of both electroplated coatings.
Laser engraving in jewelry — options and uses
Laser engraving lets you add text, logos and graphics to metal — precisely and durably. See the options.
Chain weaves — a guide to the most popular patterns
Curb, Singapore, figaro, box — learn the most popular chain weaves and their uses.
How to choose a jewelry manufacturer for an online shop
Running an e-commerce jewelry shop? We explain how to choose a manufacturer that ensures repeatability and restocks.
Private label jewelry — how to build your own brand step by step
Want to sell jewelry under your own brand but have no factory? Private label lets you create your own collection without investing in production.
Jewelry with a company logo — elegant premium gifts for business
Corporate gifts do not have to be cheap and disposable. Jewelry with a company logo — pins, cufflinks, keyrings, medals — are premium gifts that last for years.
Jewelry electroplating — gold, silver and rhodium plating in practice
Electroplating determines the colour, durability and finish of jewelry. We explain gold plating, silver plating and rhodium plating.
Manufacturer of custom wedding rings
Custom wedding rings — gold, titanium, engraving and individual design. Discover the possibilities of ring production at the Argentum manufacture.
Titanium jewelry — properties, benefits and uses
Titanium is a light, durable and hypoallergenic metal with anodized colours. See what sets titanium jewelry apart and who it suits.
How to choose a jewelry manufacturer? 7 things to look at
Looking for a jewelry manufacturer — private label, wholesale or your own brand? We explain what to look at.
Made in EU — why the origin of jewelry matters
Production in the European Union means quality, compliance and a selling point. We explain why Made in EU matters to brands and customers.
Personalised jewelry — engraving, monograms and names
Personalisation increases the value of jewelry. Discover the options: laser engraving, monograms, names, dates and bespoke signet rings.
Jewelry prototyping and 3D modelling (CAD) — why and how
A prototype and 3D model let you refine a design before serial production. We explain how jewelry prototyping works and why it pays off.
Gold jewelry manufacturer — what to look at
Looking for a gold jewelry manufacturer? Check what to look at: gold hallmarks, casting quality, finishing and the manufacture's experience.
How to care for silver jewelry so it does not tarnish
Silver tarnishes over time. We explain how to store and clean silver jewelry and why rhodium plating protects against tarnishing.
MOQ and serial production — how many pieces you need to order
How many pieces is the minimum order at a jewelry manufacturer? We explain what MOQ is and how production works from a trial run to serial.
Silver and gold hallmarks — what 925, 585 and 750 mean
What does 925 silver or 585 gold mean? We explain the hallmarks of precious metals in jewelry — simply and clearly.
Silver, gold, titanium, brass — how to choose a material for jewelry
Every metal has different properties and cost. We help you choose a material for jewelry production: silver, gold, titanium, brass and bronze.
What jewelry production looks like step by step
From design to finished product — learn the stages of jewelry production: design, 3D model, casting, machining, finishing and electroplating.
Blog Studio — sygnety, piny, akcesoria
Argentum — 100 years of a family jewelry workshop · Argentum Studio
Since 1920, through the war, the communist era and the transition — the story of five generations of Stachurski jewelers. From a workshop in Łódź to the studio in Łąck.
Inheriting family jewelry — legal and emotional aspects · Argentum Studio
A will, inheritance, sentiment — how to plan passing jewelry on to the next generations. A practical guide.
Electroplating — how to change the colour of jewelry · Argentum Studio
Gold plating, silver plating, rhodium plating — how it works, how long it takes, when it is worth it. A technical guide from the 100-year-old Argentum workshop.
Polish heraldry — the basics for beginners · Argentum Studio
Coat of arms, shield, emblem, tincture, helmet and crest. The basic rules of Polish heraldry you need before ordering a family signet ring.
The history of signet rings — from ancient Egypt to the 21st century · Argentum Studio
4000 years of the signet ring — from the seals of pharaohs, through Roman patricians, to today's CEOs. The complete history of the signet ring as jewelry.
How to care for a signet ring — everyday care · Argentum Studio
Home methods for cleaning a signet ring, storage, and when to take it to a jeweler. Everything about caring for a gold and silver signet ring.
How to choose a university signet ring — a complete guide · Argentum Studio
A university signet ring is a symbol of graduation. A guide to choosing the material, shape and faculty coat of arms. Polish and European traditions.
Dog tags — when an ID becomes jewelry · Argentum Studio
In gold, silver, with diamonds — why fine dog tags are the best gift for a premium owner. Argentum Studio jewelers.
Monogram, coat of arms or initials — what to engrave on a signet ring · Argentum Studio
Three approaches to personalising a signet ring: a monogram, a family coat of arms, initials. Pros, cons and styling recommendations.
On which finger do you wear a signet ring? Traditions from 6 countries · Argentum Studio
Poland, England, Germany, France, Italy, the USA — 6 different traditions of wearing a signet ring. Which finger, which hand, and why.
Corporate pins — micro-branding for companies · Argentum Studio
How to design a company pin that gets noticed. Case studies of our work for ORLEN and JOOP.
Gold fineness 585 or 750 — which to choose · Argentum Studio
14 carat vs 18 carat. Differences in durability, colour, price and purpose. A compendium for choosing the gold fineness for a signet ring.
How a signet ring is made — 6 stages from sketch to delivery · Argentum Studio
Step inside the Argentum workshop. From consultation through the 3D model, casting and chasing to the final polishing stroke — the whole process of making a signet ring.
Restoring family jewelry — a second life · Argentum Studio
What can be repaired, how long it takes and when it is worth it. We bring back to life jewelry inherited from a grandfather or great-grandmother. Craftsmanship since 1920.
How to measure signet ring size — without visiting a jeweler · Argentum Studio
3 methods: a piece of string, a ring you already own, an app. A complete guide plus a table of Polish and international sizes.
Cufflinks — a return to formal elegance · Argentum Studio
When to wear cufflinks, how to match them to a shirt, which style for which occasion. A compendium for the gentleman.
A signet ring as a gift — the buyer's guide · Argentum Studio
A gift for an 18th birthday, graduation, wedding, doctoral defence or anniversary — how to choose a signet ring as a gift that surprises.
A signet ring as a corporate gift — for partners and key clients · Argentum Studio
When a corporate gift goes beyond the usual calendars and pens. Case studies of corporate orders from Argentum Studio.
The family signet ring — tradition, meaning and the present day · Argentum Studio
A family signet ring with a coat of arms — its history, symbolism, when it is worn and how to order one today. A guide from the 100-year-old jewelry workshop Argentum Studio.
Gold or silver — which signet ring to choose · Argentum Studio
A comparison of gold and silver as a material for a signet ring. Durability, price, colour, prestige. A complete guide before you order.
Blog Renowacji — konserwacja sakralna
Academic insignia — rectors' chains and maces: restoration and manufacture
Restoration and bespoke manufacture of insignia: rectors' chains and maces, chains with coats of arms and emblems. Metalwork, gold plating, silver plating. Argentum.
Restoration of table silver and family heirlooms
Restoration and conservation of table silver, silver plate, cutlery, clocks and frames. Re-silvering, cleaning, repairs. A second life for family heirlooms.
Crowns and votive robes for images of the Virgin Mary — restoration and manufacture
Restoration and bespoke manufacture of crowns for holy images, votive robes (rizas), rays and glories. Gold plating, gemstones, coats of arms. The Argentum workshop.
Restoration of a chalice — the process, gold plating, time and cost
What the restoration of a chalice involves: when it is needed, the stages of work, gold plating of the cup interior, how long it takes and what the cost depends on. The Argentum workshop near Płock.
Restoration of monstrances, reliquaries and custodia
Restoration of monstrances, reliquaries and custodia: cleaning, gold plating, recreating rays and details, repairing mechanisms. The Argentum workshop near Płock.
Electroplated gold and silver plating of liturgical vessels and silverware
What electroplated gold and silver plating involves, why it is durable and even, and when rhodium plating is used. Restoration of coatings at the Argentum workshop.