Learn the art of traditional silversmithing in the heart of historic downtown Victoria. Argentum is a new silversmithing school offering a selection of classes and workshops for every skill level, from beginner to professional. Argentum’s open-studio is available for bench rentals and the retail supply shop will feature all the tools, materials and gemstones you’ll need to set up and continue in your silversmithing endeavors!

MISSION

The mission of Argentum Jewellery School is to uphold and preserve the traditional art of silversmithing through professional instruction and opportunity, while providing Vancouver Island with quality silversmithing equipment and materials. Argentum aims to provide a community hub for silversmiths and creatives to share experience, knowledge, support and inspiration.

ABOUT US

Argentum is a silversmithing school and supply shop located in Market Square, the historic heart of downtown Victoria. With a commitment to preserving the art of traditional silversmithing, Argentum offers a selection of classes and workshops for every skill level, from beginner to professional, as well as other specialty workshops and events. We are expanding our course offerings to include more specialized and advanced techniques to cater to people in all areas of metalsmithing. We also offer private group and one-on-one lessons.

Our fully-equipped and supervised studio is available for bench rentals, where jewellers can work independently in a supportive community setting. We rent on an hourly basis, by bulk hour punch cards or by monthly memberships.

Argentum’s retail supply shop is a storefront and online shop providing quality tools, equipment, materials and gemstones.