Platinum And 14K Gold Custom Mokume Men's Wedding Band
Item #102310Men's Wedding Band Description
Mokume Gane
The mokume gane portion of this ring is made from a combination of 14k white gold and sterling silver. It has an oxidized matte finish that contrasts nicely with the high polish of the 14 KT White Gold band its set in, and the way the inlay sits slightly below the surface of the main portion of the band helps to enhance this contrast as well.
Mokume is a popular choice for men’s wedding rings in particular, as it offers a nice way to include some color and complexity to the design without using gemstones. Creating this type of jewelry requires the mastery of a complex forging technique that was originally developed in Japan hundreds of years ago for use in samurai swords.
Fortunately, our artisans have just the combination of skills and experience required to execute a design like this to perfection. And because of the special way mokume is forged, no two pieces will have exactly the same pattern.
Purple Sapphire
A slight break in the mokume band makes space for the single gemstone included in this ring, a princess cut purple sapphire. The stone is flush set in order to keep the profile of the ring low and also to prevent it from overshadowing the other design elements of the piece. The client wanted it included to help tie his ring in with those of his fiancee, but he didn’t want it to become the main centerpiece of the design, which is why we placed and framed it as we did.
Customization Options
If you like the general outline of this ring but want to make some changes so it better represents your unique relationship, our team is here to help. Even a few minor adjustments can really affect the feel of a piece, and we’ll work with you to find the right combination to get the look you’re going for.
The mokume gane section in particular offers plenty of opportunity for customization, as you can choose from a variety of different metal combinations to introduce different colors and patterns into the piece. You can also choose to go with a different metal for the main portion of the ring, and you can add custom engraving on all or part of the band.
Trying out different finish combinations is another great way to subtly but substantially change the style of the ring. And you can also include your fiancee’s birthstone or another gemstone of significance in place of the purple sapphire for an even more intimate touch.
Design Your Own Wedding Ring
Details
To reduce color fading, avoid friction against any surface. Avoid wearing your mokume ring during exercise, construction work, gardening, or other abrasive activities. When owning a mokume gane ring with oxidization, avoid chlorine or other similar chemicals as they eat away the patina.
Mokume - 14 White Gold & Sterling Silver
Purple Sapphire - .25 ctw
9 mm wide
Joseph Jewelry
Customizing This Design
Any Joseph Jewelry item can be customized or used as the starting point for a new custom design. The gemstones, metal, proportions, setting style, surface details, and overall profile can be adjusted to better match your preferences, style, and budget.
Every custom piece begins with a conversation about what you want to create and what matters most to you. You work one-on-one with a designer to refine the concept, review the design direction, and create a detailed 3D CAD image of the item before it is made.
After the design is approved, we can create a wax model so you can review the piece physically. This step helps you evaluate scale, proportions, shape, and overall presence before final production begins.
Once the wax model is approved, our jewelers craft the finished piece with attention to structure, finish, stone security, and long-term wear. Each adjustment is reviewed carefully so the final item feels intentional, balanced, and made specifically for you.
You do not need to have every detail figured out before starting. If you like this item but want to change the stone, metal, size, shape, width, engraving, or overall style, we can guide those decisions through the custom design process.
Quality & Craftsmanship
At Joseph Jewelry, quality begins with the structure. We follow strict design and construction standards for metal thickness, weight, stone support, setting security, and long-term durability. These details help ensure the item is substantial enough for everyday wear while still maintaining a refined appearance.
We do not design custom jewelry to be unnecessarily thin or fragile. If a setting, band, gallery, or accent detail needs more support, we address it before production begins. The goal is to protect the stones, preserve the shape of the ring, and create a piece that can be worn confidently over time.
Gemstone selection is also part of our quality process. We help choose the center stone, side stones, and melee diamonds used in each ring, reviewing them for cut, color, clarity, consistency, and how well they fit the design. Even when a ring is designed around a specific budget, we maintain careful standards for the materials and craftsmanship that determine the quality of the finished piece.
Before completion, each custom piece is reviewed for proportion, comfort, stone security, finishing, and long-term wear.
Care & Warranty
All Joseph Jewelry custom pieces are supported by our lifetime warranty. We also provide long-term care, including complimentary cleaning and regular inspection, so your jewelry can be maintained properly over time.
Routine inspection is especially valuable for pieces worn every day. It allows the setting, stones, and overall structure to be checked as the jewelry is worn.
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