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All my bespoke items are handmade in Vienna.
March 2022
I have been a busy bee. How do you like this raging bull for a princely family? The item is cast in 18ct Gold as well as Sterling Silver.
January 2022
Have you ever wondered about the steps involved in finishing a silver cast?
Here is an example of a silicone mold I made for a badge featuring a boar's head. This was inspired by a Majestic wild boar, sus scrofa, with wet fur looking over the clearing.
As you can see the silver cast has a rough surface and needs a lot of work before it can go into the hands of a new owner!
November 2021
Monogramed Silver: why not order this beposke badge with your initials?
The Maltese (or St.Johns or Amalfi) cross is an eight-pointed cross and a national symbol of Malta as well as the former Maritime Republic of Amalfi and is currently a symbol of various Christian orders.
The eight points of the eight-pointed cross have been given a number of symbolic interpretations, such as the "eight obligations or aspirations" of the knights. The pine tree is an evergreen tree that has the ability to survive adverse weather and is a symbol of longevity and eternity. Combined both symbols are a powerful representation of the Christian faith.
Autumn 2021
Prototype for a 2022 project.
Fun project based on an african fertility symbol combined with a family coat of arms.
June 2021
The Order of Malta as well as its Auxiliary Service help people in need. Every year hundreds of new members swell their ranks! Godspeed!
Sterling silver hunting badge on a gold plated twig.
May 2021
Symbolism combined with a Logo.
September 2020
This chamois on a hunters trumpet is available for general purchase. Did you know that female and male chamois have horns and the trophies are notoriously difficult to tell apart?
Support small businesses so we can continue making the fabulous hunt badges (Jagdabzeichen).
August 2020
I never bore (geddit??) working on a wild boar. This was a fun commission for a meticolous client.
April 2020
Another badge made for the general public. I tried to keep it as simple as possible. This Ibex is one of my favourite animals.
March 2020
A Chamois hunting badge that is available for general purchase.
February 2020
This was a labour of love. Made for a private estate in Bohemia the end result is strikingly beautiful.
October 2019
I am extremely excited about the 24th October 2019.
September 2019
The Alpine ibex (Capra ibex), aka Steinbock or Bouquetin, is a species of wild goat whose habitat are the mountains of the European Alps. It was a joy to make this hunting trophy over the summer.
It is one of my finest pieces to date!
From a Prototype to a finished masterpiece:
This piece made from Sterling Silver was commissioned over the summer. It is handmade in my workshop near the Vienna Opera. Front and Back view.
July 2019
Trophies depicting Chamois (aka Rupicapra rupicapra or Gams) in Sterling Silber. In German these trophies are known as Jagdabzeichen.
June 2019
Design is so simple. That is why it is so complicated.
Hunting trophy can be made from 2 colours to achieve a better contrast.
June 2019
Let me know if you need something done with your hunting trophies.
May 2019
A hunting trophy for my favorite huntress!
March 2019
Going the extra mile. This brooch is cut by hand.
Trophies that can be worn on a hat or as a brooch.
Luxury does not have to cost the earth.
February 2019
A beautiful custom from Austrian and Germany.
We are the total sum of our experiences. For some hunting is a way of life.
November 2018
I love it when a plan comes together.
Step by step guide: (1) use an excellent German casting service (2) clean the casts made from sterling silver (3) polish and buff.
October 2018
Celebrating the hunting season with an interesting trophy.
A picture celebrating the completion of a bespoke set of hunting badges.
September 2018
Finishing the first prototype is somewhat nerve racking. Another prototype bites the dust!
Waidmannsheil! Making these Jagdabzeichen (Hunters badges) to order has been such fun! How to translate Jagdjuwelier into English???? Answers on a postcard please!
August 2018
My recipe for success? Inspiration, enthusiasm, energy, and creativity. What is your secret?
Feel free to call with some new designs!
July 2018
Despite the great weather I have been working on some new designs. This sketch was finished according to the client wishes. Feeling excited!
Check out my blog entry from Mai 2018! From sketch to finished product. Let me be part of your adventure. Remember to tell your friends about the friendly Sophie Salm Silversmith!
June 2018
Instead of making a new mould from an old cast I decided to make a completely new prototype.
Never be afraid of change. Old ways will not open new doors.
If you think it is time for a fresh start then get in touch!
Mai 2018
Whilst my other 3 designs are in production I wanted to give you a sneak preview of a design that incorporated so-called "Grandeln".
More updates coming soon!
Mai 2018
Sneak preview of a German design.
Looking forward to showing you more updates!
April 2018
Currently I am working on 3 (!!!) new designs. Hope to show you some updates soon.
March 2018
We love this European tradition of Jagdabzeichen. Here the owner of a hunt can give to his guests a trophy to commemorate a particular good hunt. Let me help you design such a Jagdabzeichen. Godspeed!
December 2017
Pleased to showcase some of my work at Wallnerstrasse 3 in Vienna.
Looking forward to an exciting 2018!
December 2017
Why-oh-why do some people still believe they can charge a small fortune for these items? I make these in my workshop in Vienna and they are such fun things to do. Waidmannsheil
