Review of Silver Traditions

While Vacationing in Nassau, I purchased a Cable Link Bracelet, that looked similar to a Yurman Bracelet. I was told by a male sales representative that it had been part of a set but was the last item of the set, so he could give me a special price. I asked was it sterling silver and was told that all jewelry from this business was in fact silver. I indicated that it was not stamped on the piece, but he assured me that it was silver and that he would email a certificate of authenticity. That was July 2013. As the piece has started to wear in places, I took it to a local jeweler and after extensive testing...it is in no way sterling, silver plated, etc. I paid 200.00 and still no certif.