Trifari Sterling Silver Jewelry | Vintage-Inspired Designer Pieces
Our Trifari sterling silver link bracelet marries the elegance of mid-century design with the durability modern collectors demand. Each link is hand-finished in .925 sterling, bearing the signature Trifari crown mark that has defined American costume jewelry since 1910. The clasp mechanism secures with a spring-ring closure, and the entire piece weighs 18 grams — substantial enough to make a statement without overwhelming delicate wrists.
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Sterling silver purity and Trifari hallmarks
Every piece in our Trifari sterling collection is stamped .925, certifying 92.5% pure silver alloyed with 7.5% copper for durability. We add the Trifari crown hallmark to each item — a practice our founders established in 1910 to separate genuine Trifari work from imitations flooding the market. You’ll find both marks on the interior clasp of bracelets, the pin-stem of brooches, and the post shaft of earrings.
Care and maintenance for sterling pieces
Sterling silver develops a natural patina over months of wear — a soft tarnish that many collectors prefer to high polish. If you want to preserve the original bright finish, store each piece in the anti-tarnish pouch we include with every order. The fabric is treated with compounds that absorb sulfur from air, the primary cause of tarnish.
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Trifari sterling silver jewelry — your questions answered
Look for two hallmarks on every genuine piece: the .925 purity stamp and the Trifari crown logo. On bracelets, check the interior of the clasp. On brooches, examine the pin-stem near the hinge. On earrings, the marks appear on the post shaft. We also register every purchase in our authentication database, so you can contact customer service with your order number for verification. If you acquired a piece secondhand, our team offers free authentication using our digital archive of historical hallmarks dating back to 1910.
Sterling silver won’t corrode in water, but we recommend removing your jewelry before swimming or showering. Chlorine in pools and certain soaps accelerate tarnish formation. If your piece does get wet, dry it immediately with a soft cloth to prevent water spots. The anti-tarnish storage pouch we include with each order works only on dry jewelry, so make sure pieces are completely dry before storing them.
Yes, all .925 sterling silver develops tarnish when exposed to sulfur compounds in air. The process happens more quickly in humid climates or near sources of sulfur like rubber bands and wool. Some collectors enjoy the darker patina that forms in recessed areas, as it highlights hand-chased details. If you prefer bright polish, use the included anti-tarnish pouch for storage and buff lightly with a polishing cloth every few weeks. Avoid liquid dips, which can erode fine surface textures.
Our sterling silver jewelry is solid .925 silver throughout, while gold-plated pieces have a base metal core with a thin gold layer. Sterling requires more frequent polishing to maintain bright finish but never wears through to a different metal underneath. Gold plating is more scratch-resistant initially but can show wear over years of friction against clothing or other jewelry. Both metal choices carry the same Trifari design standards and crown hallmark. Choose based on your color preference and willingness to maintain the finish.
Our standard 7.5-inch bracelet fits most wrists between 6 and 7 inches comfortably. If you need a different size, our bench jewelers can add or remove links in half-inch increments for $25 per adjustment. The process takes three business days and maintains the visual rhythm of the link pattern. Contact customer service with your wrist measurement before ordering if you’re unsure, and we can pre-adjust the bracelet before shipping at no extra charge for new purchases.
Yes, original purchasers receive lifetime repair coverage for mechanical failures like broken clasps or bent posts. Labor is free; you pay only for replacement parts if needed, typically under $15. The warranty doesn’t cover loss or accidental damage like running over a brooch with a car, but it does protect against manufacturing defects indefinitely. We also offer paid repair services for vintage Trifari pieces and items purchased secondhand, with quotes provided after our jewelers examine the piece.
Absolutely. Mixing silver and gold is a modern styling choice that creates visual interest through metal contrast. Our sterling pieces layer especially well with yellow or rose gold, since the cool tone of silver offsets warmer metals. Just avoid storing sterling and gold-plated jewelry in direct contact — the harder sterling can scratch softer plating over time. Separate them with cloth dividers in your jewelry box, or use the individual anti-tarnish pouches we provide. When worn on the body, natural movement and oils prevent abrasion.