Vol. I · May 2026
put a ring on it
An editorial on the small, circular things we keep
Archive · Page 4
No. 32

Can I get a custom ring that incorporates multiple gemstones or birthstones?

Yes, and I do it more often than people think. The key is knowing what you're asking for, because a ring with three or four stones is a different piece of...

No. 33

Can I design a custom ring that is stackable with other rings?

Yes, and you should. Stackable rings - whether a wedding band that sits flush against an engagement ring, or a set of three thin bands you mix day to day -...

No. 34

How do I care for a custom ring with delicate details?

Delicate details need a different kind of care than a plain shank or a solid bezel. I've seen too many beautiful pieces come into my shop with a broken...

No. 35

Can I design a custom ring for a non-traditional proposal?

Yes, and honestly those are my favorite jobs. Someone called Priya came in last spring with a photo of her boyfriend's silhouette taken at sunset, and we...

No. 36

What are the most popular custom ring styles for men?

About 60% of the men's custom rings I build fall into one of four styles. Not trends, not what's on Instagram - what guys actually wear after the first...

No. 37

Can I add a personal touch like fingerprints or a special motif to my custom ring?

Yes, and it's one of the few custom requests I genuinely get excited about. Fingerprints, handwriting, a child's scrawl, a specific leaf shape, a musical...

No. 38

What is the best way to insure a custom ring?

The short answer: a standalone fine-arts jewelry policy, not a rider on your homeowners or renters insurance. I've had this conversation about three dozen...

No. 39

Can I get a custom ring made from a photo of a design?

Yes, you can bring a photo and I will almost always be able to make it. The question is what you're really getting when you do. A photo captures the...

No. 40

Can I get a custom ring with a unique gemstone cut that is not standard?

Yes, absolutely. It's one of the real joys of custom work. I get asked this about twice a month, usually by someone who's been scrolling through generic...

No. 41

What is the turnaround time for a simple custom ring vs. a complex one?

Simple: four to six weeks. Complex: ten to fourteen weeks. Anyone promising two weeks on a custom ring is either rushing the work or handing you a...

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