Book 2 — Chapter 7

Jewelry Pricing Calculator

Material costs to retail price — with margin breakdown and full Etsy fee analysis.

Material Costs

Gold-plated oval ~$1.50 · Sterling silver ~$4–8 · Cufflink pair ~$3 · Bangle mold amortised ~$0.30
Coating resin ~$3–6 per 100ml. Bangle uses ~20ml.
Mica or transparent pigment at jewelry scale: pennies per piece
Imitation gold leaf ~$0.30 · Crushed amethyst per ring ~$0.20
Gold-filled ear wires ~$0.80 pair · 18" chain ~$1.50
Velvet gift box + card ~$0.70–1.20 per unit

Labour & Pricing Strategy

Suggested minimum $20/hr for handmade work
Hands-on time across all sessions — not cure time
Tools, UV lamp, electricity, mold depreciation

Target Margin

Results

Total cost
Suggested price
Net profit / piece
Margin %
Cost itemAmount% of cost

Etsy fee breakdown at selling price

Listing fee
Transaction (6.5%)
Payment processing (~3%)
Total fees
Net after fees
True profit after fees
This calculator covers material and labour costs. Shipping materials, photography, Etsy advertising, and accountancy costs should be added to the overhead field. Etsy fee rates correct as of 2025 — verify at etsy.com/legal/fees.