Custom Diamond Wedding Ring

CUSTOM DIAMOND WEDDING RINGS

You're unique and one of a kind and want to wear a wedding ring that reflects your individuality. If you've looked at all the many styles of traditional and modern wedding rings available, and still haven't found the wedding ring that seems to be the one for you, you may want to consider having a jeweler custom design a wedding ring with the details that make it the perfect wedding ring for you.

Custom made wedding rings can either be a modification of an existing style of ring or it can be a completely new design that you create. Perhaps you are incorporating a stone from a piece of family jewelry and want a new setting, or maybe you desire a wedding ring with details that have special meaning to you and your spouse, such as your birthstones or symbols.

The items to consider with a custom designed wedding ring is the design, the metals, the stones, the cost, and the time needed to make the ring. Whether you know exactly what you want or only have a collection of ideas, you should be able to find a jeweler that is willing to work with you to design your perfect wedding ring.

DESIGN OF A CUSTOM WEDDING RING

If you know exactly what design you want, you can sketch out a picture or take sample pictures of your ideas to the jeweler. If you have several ideas of what you would like, but not sure how to put it all together in one design, collect pictures or drawings of your ideas to take to the jeweler. The jeweler will work up a sketch with you. Once a design is reached on paper, a jeweler will make up a wax model of the wedding ring. This will give you a rough idea of the finished style before it is cast in metal and the stones are set.

When designing the wedding ring style with the jeweler, one of your decisions will be what metal you want to use for the wedding ring setting. Wedding rings can be made from many different metals, including 14kt Gold, 18kt Gold, Platinum, Palladium, Titanium, and Tungsten Carbide. Your jeweler should explain the benefits of each metal, the various methods of manufacturing the wedding ring (such as die striking or casting), as well as the various finishes that may be put on the wedding ring and the durability of these finishes. These factors can affect the beauty of the ring over time.

You will also be deciding the size and placement of the diamonds or other gemstones you want in the wedding ring, as well as the type of setting. Stones can be prong set, channel set, or set in a bezel.

When designing custom wedding rings, you can choose to have matching styles made for you and your spouse or unique styles for each. You can also choose to have a wedding ring custom made to match your engagement ring or one to wear on its own.

COST OF A CUSTOM WEDDING RING

The cost of a custom wedding ring can vary based on the metal, the stones, the design. Although a custom designed wedding ring will most likely cost more than a standard design, you are also creating something special and unique. Your jeweler should be willing to discuss the various options with you concerning metal choices, gemstone choices, and design features and be able to provide you with a quote of costs for the design, wax model, and finished product.

TIME NEEDED FOR A CUSTOM WEDDING RING

If you are considering a custom designed wedding ring, most jewelers suggest that you allow at least eight weeks for the complete process. Producing a custom style of wedding ring is not something that can be rushed. Time is needed to finalize the custom ring design, produce a wax model, and to cast and polish the setting. If your design incorporates diamonds or other stones in the setting, they need to be set into the wedding ring as well.

Less time may be required if you are only making modifications to an existing wedding ring style. The time needed to cast the metal is also affected by the metal chosen - platinum requires more casting time than gold. Intricate designs or styles with a combination of metals also requires more time to finish than a simpler style or single metal ring design.

BENEFITS OF A CUSTOM WEDDING RING

With the wedding ring being an important symbol of the marriage, what better way to celebrate the relationship than with wedding rings that are unique and personal. With a custom made wedding ring, you can choose details to reflect your personal style and suit your lifestyle. Perhaps you are incorporating family jewels into the design and creating a new family heirloom. It could be that you want something unusual and one-of-a-kind that always attracts attention and starts a conversation. What ever the reason, your custom made wedding ring will bring you much enjoyment and uniquely represent your marriage.