Custom Mokume Inlay Men's Band
Item # 103492
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Description
This stylish men’s wedding ring features a mokume gane inlay across most of the top half of the brushed palladium band. It was created for a couple from Emeryville, CA, and we made a women’s wedding ring for them at the same time. They began the custom design process by visiting our Bellevue, WA showroom in person, and afterwards, they finalized the details of their pieces through the online workroom we set up to manage their projects. Design Your Own Wedding Ring
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Mokume Gane Inlay
The mokume gane section of this ring is made up of 14k palladium white gold, 14k rose gold, and sterling silver. To develop the elegant patterns seen in this piece, thin sheets of these three metals were layered together and then forged using a particular technique that was first developed in Japan over 200 years ago.
Although it was originally only used to make decorative sheaths and handles for samurai swords, mokume gane has found its way into custom fine jewelry as well. The metals can be combined to create all manner of organic-style patterns, and due to the nature of the forging process, no two mokume gane pieces will ever be exactly alike. Mokume Jewelry
Band Design and Brushed Finish
This ring features a flat top surface that’s brushed to create a soft matte effect. This helps draw out the distinctive color of the palladium, as well as the contrasts between the different shades of metal in the mokume gane section. The band is all palladium on the bottom, and there is no obvious break in the design when the mokume gane begins. Men’s Custom Wedding Bands
This inlay runs from the mid-point on one side to the same spot on the other, and it covers nearly the entire top surface of the band. On one side, the mokume is flush with the edge of the ring, but on the other, it yields to a narrow rail that balances it out nicely. The inlay sits at the same level as the rest of the band, creating a subtle separation with the design and a color contrast that is small enough not to be overly dramatic.
Reference specifications
- Item number
- 103492
- US ring size shown
- 10.50
- Details
- Palladium Ring
Mokume Inlay - 14k White Gold, 14k Rose Gold, Silver
Comfort Fit
Matte Finish
Joseph Jewelry - Gifts
- Men's Jewelry
- Metal shown
- Rose Gold, White Gold
- Finish
- Brushed, 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.
