Love my safety pin necklace. Well made and I would/will order from Maureen again!
Larger scale pieces that were inspirations of my newest collection!
The kids are a little older now but this is my wonderful family! These are the beings that I work so hard for!
Maureen Duffy Jewelry is for those who love urban patterns, designs, and textures!
Before starting my own jewelry line I was making metal sculptures that were urban inspired. After finishing graduate school in 2007 the economy went into a recession and I had to find away to use my skills of working in metal in a more practical but just as gratifying way. I began to look at photos that I had compiled over the years of the city and figure out what common patterns of imagery I was most attracted to. That is when the birth of the Abandoned Bicycle series occured.
Growing up I was raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia but visited the city often. I knew from a very early age that I wanted to live and and raise a family in the city. I dreamed of having a swanky apartment that overlooked city hall but now comfortably live in a family neighborhood of South Philadelphia where the history and culture is still very much alive. No day is ever the same in the city, the people, art, and the hustle and bustle always bring something new and exciting.
I like technology but relish in the technique of the past. Every piece is meticulously hand cut and formed with love for the material and process. I love clean design that still has a edge of handmade quality. I take great pride in being a jeweler and believe that a true jeweler is someone that is informed and has an understanding of the history of jewelry. I appreciate the people who buy and love my work and enjoy seeing each item go into the hands of someone who loves wearing it just as much as I did making the piece.
Most of the jewelry is made to order. After your payment has been accepted your order will begin to be made. Each order may take up to two weeks to be completed depending on time order is placed- this time period excludes the time which it takes to ship. If you need your item sooner, please inquire before placing your order.
Due to the time, material cost, and most often size specific jewelry, all sales are final. Please think carefully before ordering. If the jewelry received is damaged, please contact me within 48 hours with a photograph of the damage incurred to your item and we will work together to resolve the issue.
I only accept Paypal. Pay Pal securely links up to your bank account and is user friendly. If you are having problems making a payment through pay pal please let me know and I can do what I can to help. Payments must be made within 24 hours of purchase.
All purchases are shipped via USPS with delivery confirmation.
I am not liable for lost or stolen packages and will not be held responsible for additional shipping charges if the packages are returned due to customer absence, customer errors in addresses or package refusal.
International orders are unable to track shipped via USPS once they leave the United States so the buyer will be held responsible to make sure package is being delivered to a safe location.
Local area pickup is available. If you live in or around Philadelphia and would like to pick up your order please contact me before placing your order and you will not be charged for shipping.
I try to run a green company so the jewelry will arrive safely in a box inside a bubble wrap usps sleeve but will not include an invoice or any other paper products.