Custom Men's White Gold and Mokume Wedding Band
Item # 102346
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Description
This striking men’s wedding ring features a mokume gane inlay in an unplated, squared white gold band with diamond accents. It was created for a client from Mercer Island, WA, and we also made his fiancee’s bridal set at the same time. He began the custom design process by coming in to our Bellevue, WA showroom personally, and then we finalized the details of his design through our online workroom.
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The mokume gane that fills the center section of this ring was made with a mix of 14k rose gold, 14k palladium white gold, 14k yellow gold and sterling silver. It was also oxidized and etched to get the dramatic color contrasts and definitive lines seen here.
The technique used to make mokume gane jewelry was developed in Japan hundreds of years ago, and it requires a significant amount of experience and still to master. It involves layering several different types of metal together and then forging them in a particular way in order to produce wonderful organic patterns like what you see in this piece.
Because of this special production process, no two mokume pieces will ever be exactly the same, even if they’re made up of the same combination of metals. And you can actually create many different looks and styles by choosing different metals or finishes for your mokume piece.
Squared Shank
The client tried on a variety of rings in our showroom and eventually settled on the squared type of shank used here. It gives the ring a decidedly masculine look, as well as adding some contemporary flair, and that’s enhanced by the diamond accents set into all four corners on both fronts of the ring.
Stylistic Choices
If you’re interested in adjusting this design to suit your own personal style, or if you’d like to take some elements from this ring and use them as a base to create a brand new piece, we can help. Our experts will go over all of the options with you in terms of style and materials until we know exactly what you want your ring to look like.
Next, we’ll create highly-detailed CAD proofs of your design so that you can examine and critique it before we send it off for production. We’re committed to making sure you get exactly the piece you’ve always dreamed of, and that means we’ll revise our design as many times as necessary until you tell us it’s perfect in every way.
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Reference specifications
- Item number
- 102346
- US ring size shown
- 9.50
- Details
- 14k White Gold Ring
Mokume - 14k Palladium White Gold, 14k Rose Gold, 14k Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
8mm wide
Comfort Fit
Oxidized
8 Diamonds - .08 ctw
Clarity: VS2 - Color: F-G
Joseph Jewelry - Setting style
- Flush Set
- Band style
- Square Band
- Metal shown
- Rose Gold, Two-Tone, White Gold
- Finish
- Contrasting Finish, Polished
These specifications describe the original design. Stone counts and weights are approximate and may change with size or customization.
To reduce color fading, avoid friction and abrasive activities when wearing mokume. Avoid chlorine and similar chemicals on an oxidized finish.
Customize
Use this design as a starting point for a custom piece.
Discuss the stones, metal, proportions, setting and finish with a designer, online or in our Seattle and Bellevue showrooms. You can bring reference photographs or your own stone for us to assess.
Design and estimate
The initial design and estimate are free, with no obligation. Your designer discusses the materials, changes and budget with you before you commit.
3D design review
After you accept the estimate and make a down payment, we create a 3D CAD model and rendered views. Revisions within the initial design parameters are included; changes to materials or their amounts are re-estimated.
Physical model
A full-size wax model can be made to review scale, shape and proportions before production. It can be viewed in a showroom or shipped to you.
Approval and production
The design is approved before production begins. Your designer confirms the schedule, and our jewelers make, set and finish the piece.
Quality
Our custom jewelry follows design and construction standards for metal thickness, weight, stone support and setting security.
- Structure and support
- The setting must have enough metal to support the stones and hold its shape through everyday wear. If an area needs more support, we address it before production.
- Diamond and gemstone selection
- We help you choose stones for your custom design, reviewing cut, color, clarity, consistency and fit. Your budget guides these choices; our standards for materials and craftsmanship remain the same.
- Final inspection
- Before completion, we review each custom piece for proportion, comfort, stone security and finish.
Lifetime warranty and care
- Lifetime warrantyYour custom piece is covered against manufacturing defects.
- Inspection every six monthsOur jewelers inspect your piece and provide ongoing care for the custom jewelry we make for you.
- Complimentary cleaningVisit us every six months for a complimentary cleaning.
Coverage conditions
For Joseph Jewelry custom pieces, coverage begins with your signature. To keep it active, Joseph Jewelry must inspect and sign for your piece every six months and perform recommended repairs and maintenance.
Repairs due to normal wear and tear are the owner's responsibility. Damage, abuse or alterations can void coverage. Customers outside Washington pay shipping both ways for inspections or repairs, plus applicable duty or customs fees.
Customer reviews
I bought our wedding sets here and we love them. We couldn't be happier! They are all professionals and do not try to haggle anyone. The jewelry is all custom and gorgeous. They are worth stopping in and seeing what they have. If you do, you'll fall in love with their designs.