Silver Studio Jewelry Artists

Rick and Maryann Frietsche

Silver Studio Jewelry Artists began when Maryann started the business as Coconut Gal in 2009. Necklaces, bracelets and earrings made with semi-precious stones and crystals were sold in a small storefront in the Winona Mall. Rick played a minor role in the business while working as a biologist until he retired in 2011. They then began to work with sterling and fine silver and incorporating it into their jewelry designs. With Rick now a full time partner, the business transitioned to its current name and Maryann began referring to Rick as Senior Designer because of their age difference.

Silver Studio Jewelry Artists closed this storefront and began selling their jewelry at art shows in southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Always hopeful of sustaining a retail storefront and supporting local artists, they decided to experiment with a new business model and opened Island City Gallery in downtown Winona. This short-lived experiment helped them to determine that participating in art shows was the model that would sustain their business.

 

Maryann puts a final twist on her signature silver “stiletto” earrings.
Rick burnishes the bezel on an ammonite fossil pendant.

They now operate out of their home in Rochester, MN. They travel every February to the Tucson Gem, Mineral, and Fossil shows to find unique stones for their jewelry. You will find turquoise, larimar, labradorite, moonstone, boulder opal, gold-in-quartz, and other interesting minerals in their creations.

The art shows for 2020 that they had planned attend were cancelled because of Covid, and some have become virtual events like the Winona Art Walk. They miss the personal interaction customers and hope that next summer will allow them to return to live art shows. If you cannot find what you are looking for please contact them. They have stones in their inventory and that are ready to be made into a pendant or a ring.

To Make a Purchase

Items can be purchased at the online shop: www.etsy.com/shop/SilverStudioJewelry. Learn more: silverstudiojewelry.com.

Opalescent Labradorite & Sterling Silver Pendant with 22" Sterling Silver Chain

  • Handmade pendant
  • Necklace length: 22” Inches
  • Pendant height: 2.5 Inches; Pendant width: 1.25 Inches

Pretty with lots of blue! Labradorite cabochon sterling silver pendant. Open link 22" sterling silver chain makes the length adjustable. Handmade Sterling Silver clasp! Can be for everyday or dress-up!

$159.00

Moonstone Modern Pendant with Sterling Silver and Simulated Tanzanite

  • Handmade item
  • Necklace length: 20 Inches
  • Pendant height: 2.5 Inches; Pendant width: 1.5 Inches

Beautiful blues pop out of this teardrop moonstone! Sterling silver pendant accented with a 5mm simulated faceted tanzanite. 20" sterling silver open loop chain with handmade clasp is adjustable for any neckline! Exquisite!

$219.20

Gold in Quartz 14K White Gold & Yellow Gold Ring

  • Handmade ring
  • Size: 6½ US
  • Stone: Gold infused into white Quartz

The allure of gold in a beautiful stone! 14kt White Gold band and 14kt Yellow Gold bezel. Size 6½. 2mm wide band.

Custom creations of rings or pendants with Gold in Quartz or Silver in Quartz can be designed for you. Send us a private message to inquire.

$688.00

Silver in Quartz Sterling Silver Wrap Ring

  • Handmade Sterling Silver Wrap Ring
  • Size: 7 to 9 customizable
  • Stone: Silver infused into black Quartz

Silver like lightning! Intertwining with black quartz, silver creates a unique matrix.

Custom creations of rings or pendants with Gold in Quartz or Silver in Quartz can be designed for you. Send us a private message to inquire.

$141.00

Fine Silver Handmade Hammered Hoop Earrings with Handmade Sterling Silver Wires

  • Handmade earrings
  • 4 Hoop Diameters: 1⅛" to 2⅜"

Shimmering hand-hammered fine silver hoops on handmade sterling silver wires.

$39.00 to $48.00

Double Hoop Fine Silver Handmade Hammered Earrings with Handmade Sterling Silver Wires

  • Handmade earrings
  • 1½” long ⅝” wide

Perfect for daytime or evening! Hand hammered fine silver linked hoops on handmade sterling silver wires.

$32.00

Moonstone Pendant with Sterling Silver & Simulated Tanzanite

  • Handmade pendant
  • Necklace length: 20 Inches
  • Pendant height: 3.125 Inches; Pendant width: 1.75 Inches

Unique modern design featuring two bright moonstone teardrops! Lots of blue! Sterling silver pendant accented with a 5mm simulated faceted tanzanite. 20" wheat chain.

$237.60