Vol. I · May 2026
put a ring on it
An editorial on the small, circular things we keep
Archive · Page 6
No. 52

What materials are commonly used for custom rings?

When someone asks me what materials are commonly used for custom rings, I usually start with the short answer - gold, platinum, palladium, and silver - then...

No. 53

How do I find a reputable custom ring jeweler?

About fifteen years ago a client named Priya came to me after a bad experience with a jeweler who promised her "a family heirloom quality" ring in three...

No. 54

Can I customize an existing ring design?

Yes. About six times a week, someone emails me a screenshot of a ring from a big brand's website or a Pinterest board and says, "I want this, but." The...

No. 55

How do I get a custom ring resized?

It depends on the ring. A lot depends on the ring. I've sized thousands of them over 22 years, and the first thing I tell a client is that resizing is not...

No. 56

Can I use my own gemstone in a custom ring?

Short answer: yes. Longer answer: yes, but there are things you need to know before you hand over that stone. I see this a lot - someone walks in with a...

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