Damascus Steel and Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Item # 102940
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Description
This elegant men’s wedding ring features an oxidized Damascus steel inlay running all the way around the middle of a yellow gold band. It’s a classic design with plenty of individual character, and we can work with you to modify it until it’s exactly what you’ve been envisioning.
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Whether you’d like to begin the custom design process by discussing your ideas with our team in person in our Bellevue, WA showroom, or you prefer to communicate online, we have the skills and experience to produce an exceptional piece of fine custom jewelry you’ll always cherish.
Band Design
This band is 7mm wide and made of 18k yellow gold. This yellow gold is visible on the entire inner surface, as well as the ring fronts. On the top of the band, only the narrow yellow gold rails framing the inlay show through, and these provide classical warmth as well as a nice, finished look for the piece. Men’s Custom Wedding Bands
Damascus Steel Inlay
The majority of the top surface of the band is covered by a Damascus steel inlay that displays the wonderful and organic patterns that characterize this type of metal. In order to highlight these designs, the steel was oxidized, creating darker areas that also enhance the contrast with the warmth of the yellow gold rails.
Contrasting Finishes
The Damascus steel inlay is brushed to create a soft matte surface, and this type of finish also enhances the texture of the patterns within the steel. The rails, on the other hand, are polished to a high shine, which provides another layer of contrast between the two sections of the design.
Customizing this ring could involve experimenting with different types or combinations of finishes, as using a sandblasted finish on the center section rather than the brushed would produce a different type of matte effect. You may also want to adjust the width of the band to whatever’s most comfortable for you, or you could switch to a different type of metal for the band itself.
Reference specifications
- Item number
- 102940
- US ring size shown
- 10.00
- Details
- 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Damascus Steel
7 mm wide
Matte Finish
Oxidized - Style
- Contemporary, Unique
- Feature
- Inlay, Mokume, Pattern, Black Antique, Black
- Metal shown
- Two-Tone, Yellow 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.
Warranty and care
Ask us about the warranty coverage and care available for this item.
- 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.
