The Southern Berks News

Silver Shoppe a longtime Pottstown-area tradition

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Each family has its own Mother’s Day traditions. Sunday services, brunch and special family time are all part of the tradition, and each mother in the family will receive a gift, whether it be flowers, candy or some other special thing.

As families expand, there are many mothers who must be included ... your own mother, mother of your children, mother of your grandchild­ren and on and on.

Shopping for the perfect gift for the many mothers

in your family should include a visit to The Silver Shoppe. The Silver Shoppe has long been a tradition for many families when they are considerin­g their Mother’s Day gifts.

They know the gift they choose will be special as the Silver Shoppe is unique to the Pottstown area. Stained glass and plants decorate the store, and a wood-burning stove dominates in one corner of the shop, delighting the eye.

This Mother’s Day, continue the tradition by visiting the Silver Shoppe, where you will find that

special something for your special mother.

Uwe Bauer, the silversmit­h, has been creating original designs in sterling silver and with a variety of semi-precious stones.

A collection of jewelry that is distinctiv­e to the Pottstown area now graces the shelves and showcases of his store located at 2452 E. High St., Lower Pottsgrove Township.

It is not at all difficult to find the perfect gift at the Silver Shoppe. Beautiful bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings are all made from sterling silver

and designed with exciting swirls, scrolls, flowers and sleek lines designed to catch the eye.

The look can be either rich with ornamentat­ion or fashionabl­y plain and simple.

One of Bauer’s favorite techniques is to drop molten pieces of silver into cold water and let the molten silver cool into a variety of unique and distinctiv­e shapes, which are then used to create one-of-akind bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings.

The variety of shapes resulting from this process

means that all jewelry creations are one of a kind.

Semi-precious stones add brilliant splashes of color to the jewelry. Bright turquoises, blood-red garnets, dark onyxes and lovely amethysts are among the many different stones available.

There is a multitude of colorful and variegated agates available, from Blue Lace Agate to Leopard to Green Botswana Agate, each with its own unique character.

There are also many pieces made with synthetic semi-precious stones such as synthetic rubies, emeralds, sapphires and various colored topazes for that expensive look at an affordable price.

View a 30-minute video on YouTube showcasing the Silver Shoppe. You can find the video by searching on YouTube for “The Silver Shoppe.” A link to the video is also available on www. thesilvers­hoppe.com.

Regular business hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 pm; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 pm. The Silver Shoppe is closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

 ?? COURTESY OF DAN CREIGHTON ?? The Silver Shoppe at 2452E. High Street in Lower Pottsgrove Township is the perfect place to find a special Mother’s Day gift.
COURTESY OF DAN CREIGHTON The Silver Shoppe at 2452E. High Street in Lower Pottsgrove Township is the perfect place to find a special Mother’s Day gift.

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