Men's Custom Rings, Custom Silver Rings, Custom RingsJune 17, 2009 2:31 pm

Blue Lapis Lazuli Ring

Blue Lapis Rings, Mens Lapis Gem Stone Ring

Blue lapis is a gem that has been known and mined for around 6,000 years now. A blue lapis ring needs to consider the fact that the gem stone is not very hard. The MAN66 shows a blue lapis gold mens ring that is designed keeping the properties of the gem in mind. The gem stone in this lapis ring does not protrude too much out of the mounting. This reduces the chances of the stone hitting against hard surfaces including walls and tables. The good metal weight and researched design of this Kaisilver lapis ring also allows the entire border of the gemstone to be covered with metal. This keeps the edges away from side impact.

Since this is a fully custom made blue lapis lazuli ring, you can choose gold or sterling silver as your metal choice. The image shows the ring with a texture that has ripples (ridges). Your gold or sterling silver lapis ring can have a band that is smooth without any texture. When you insist on a blue lapis ring with a gem stone that is dark blue with no spots, keep in mind that you will get a lapis stone that is dyed blue. Lapis is infact a combination of lazurite, calcite and pyrite. The whitish color in lapis is due to calcite and the shining spots that you notice on the gem stone are pyrite. In it’s natural form blue lapis is never found in a pitch blue color without any spots or patches. Get to know more about the MAN66 lapis mens ring at http://www.kaijewels.com/mens-lapis-ring-kj-01.htm

Men's Custom Rings, Custom Silver Rings, Custom Wedding Rings, Custom RingsDecember 27, 2008 2:09 am

Custom Wedding Rings For Men Sterling Silver

Custom Mens Wedding Rings, Why Choose Sterling Silver

It is true that a significant number of men do not wear jewelry. Men’s rings are gaining in popularity but still fall short of the number of ladies rings sold each year. However when it comes to a men’s wedding ring, it is more than just a mens ring. A wedding ring symbolizes a marriage, a lifelong commitment between two individuals. While the debates regarding whether, men should wear wedding rings still rages on, our humble opinion is that a married man should wear a wedding ring as long as his wife wears one. There is no reason why any less importance should be attached to a men’s wedding ring. There are a few issues regarding wedding rings that are specific to men’s wedding rings and this is what we would like to discuss here.

Cost Factor: Firstly, mens wedding rings can be substantially more expensive as compared to ladies wedding rings. This is because mens rings are generally large in dimensions, the ring size can also be expected to be quite big. If you were looking for a durable men’s wedding ring, sufficient metal weight would be the most basic requirement. Looking for gold as a a metal option would give the ring a hefty price tag and put the ring out of the reach of many of us. A sterling silver men’s wedding ring is therefore a better choice in such cases. If you were considering getting a gemstone mens wedding ring, the issue of dimensions and pricing comes up again. A large ring would have a fairly large gem stone and most natural gems get to be quite expensive as the size of the gem stone increases. The metal and gem stone would be major cost components of such a mens wedding ring. Keeping this in mind, a silver mens wedding ring with a gem stone will allow more budget to be allocated for the gem stone. This is because the reasonable price of silver will not put too much pressure on the price tag.

Quiet and Reliable: Many men do not like their jewelry to be bright and flashy. A silver wedding ring for men perfectly suits their need. Silver has an appearance that is calm, composed and reliable, it is also not flashy. You might have heard of the statement …… the extravagance of gold and the confidence of silver. The reliability of silver wedding rings come from another factor too and that is durability. Good metal weight ensures that the ring is sturdy and the gemstone (if any) firmly mounted. So not all men wear silver wedding rings only because they are more affordable. The classic feeling and appearance of silver jewelry has earned it many loyal followers too.

Custom Rings: You might find readymade mens silver rings that look fine for a wedding ring but, this should not be your choice. Readymade rings are mass produced with little scope for customization or skilled craftsmanship. A men’s silver wedding ring is a special occassion ring and should be treated as such. You would want your wedding ring to be strong and longlasting, it should also incorporate your preferences into the ring. A custom made silver wedding ring can include your preference of design, gemstone and dimensions too. Further, the custom jewel need not please mass markets with low price tags. The jeweler can therefore concentrate on providing you the best ring with good metal weight and dimensions that suit your ring size. Since a single jewel will not have mass production processes, individual attention to all details can be provided by expert craftsmen. Such jewelry should be produced with handpicked and custom cut gems.

The above information is compiled by Kaisilver, the idea is to let you know your options and guide you to make the right decision. Most jewelers would not care or dare to tell you that a silver ring is better for your requirements. Gold rings would give the jeweler more profit margin and this would take importance over buyer interest. At Kaisilver, we are on your side. Check out some silver wedding ring ideas for men at this link: http://www.man-wedding-ring.com/sterling-silver-mens-wedding-ring-mwr-01.htm You can make your purchase from any jeweler who makes you feel comfortable but, this information is hard to find so give it a look.

Custom Silver RingsJuly 6, 2008 5:42 am

Custom Silver Rings, Custom Made Silver Jewelry

If you were interested in a silver ring for it’s true beauty and grace, it is unlikely that a mass produced silver ring would interest you. A custom silver ring would provide you with a good degree of customization and flexibility. You could choose the design and dimensions of your custom silver ring, the gemstones to be selected could also be based on your preference. Most silver jewelry is today made to please mass markets, compromise on metal weight and gemstone quality is required to flaunt cheap price tags. It is for this reason why true silver jewelry lovers prefer to have custom silver jewelry made according to their specifications.

While we have mentioned above that it is technically possible to create a good quality custom made silver ring, there is an important issue that needs to be understood. You cannot expect to get a single piece custom silver jewel at the price that mass produced low quality silver jewels are produced. Making a silver ring requires overheads for design production, moulding and even craftsmanship. These overheads are born by the single silver ring and will weigh on the price tag. Mass produced goods do not need much of skilled craftsmanship, the initial design and moulding overheads are shared between the large volume of production. You will ofcourse be compromising on quality and flexibility when buying a ready made silver ring. In the end, the true worth of a custom made silver ring or other silver jewel will be known only by true silver jewelry lovers. If you are not very particular about quality and other features of your silver ring, shop for a ready made silver ring instead. You can see a good collection of custom jewelry at this link: http://sterlingsilver.customjewelry.org.uk/ you will get a good idea of what to expect and demand when ordering custom silver jewelry.

Custom Claddagh Rings, Custom Silver Rings, Custom RingsJune 1, 2008 5:58 am

Turquoise claddagh ring sterling silver or gold


Closely observe the turquoise gemstone in the RG142 turquoise claddagh ring shown in the above image. The heart shaped turquoise gemstone appears to be a clean blue color, you do not see the black patches or black veins that are present in turquoise that is mined. The reason is because the gemstone in this heart turquoise ring is a stabilized turquoise gemstone. The stabilization process is used to enhance the beauty AND durability of the turquoise gemstone. In gemstone terminology, this is referred to as ‘treatment’ of the gemstone. Conventionally all emeralds are treated with oils, aquamarine is heat treated to get a pale blue color, rubies and sapphires are heated to enhance their beauty.

In it’s natural form, turquoise includes black veins and patches of the base rock. These inclusions are an integral part of the gemstone but, also affect the durability of the gemstone. If left untreated, it is likely that the turquoise would split along these veins, the black stone patches could also cause the gemstone to chip. It is also true that a high polish for the turquoise gemstone with these inclusions would not be possible. Stabilized turquoise is treated natural turquoise, the process provides better ‘binding’ for the gemstone. Careful cutting can then be used to take off the portions that are prone to crack or chip.

If you are keen to keep your turquoise heart ring looking good for a long time, a stabilized turquoise gemstone would be a better choice. It might be okay to use a natural untreated turquoise for a pair of earrings or for a pendant, this is because these jewels do not experience the same degree of wear and tear that would be experienced by a turquoise ring. The RG142 shows the historic claddagh ring with a turquoise gemstone in the center. Kaisilver gold and silver claddagh rings are provided with all gemstone options and the stabilized turquoise gemstone is just one of the many options that you can choose from. Get more information on the Kaisilver claddagh ring at this link: http://www.kaisilver.com/claddagh-ring-turquoise.htm A more complete report on the history of the claddagh ring can be found at this link: http://www.claddagh.kaijewels.com/claddagh-history.htm We have given the claddagh ring it’s due importance and dedicated a complete website to this jewel, visit the website at this link: http://www.claddagh-rings.com/ 

Custom Claddagh Rings, Custom Silver Rings, Custom Rings 5:35 am

Cladaugh moonstone ring in sterling silver or gold


Your cladaugh ring has tremendous meaning and significance. With a very humble beginning that dates back to over 375 years, the addition of a gemstone in your cladaugh ring further enhances the meaning and beauty of this irish ring. Moonstones have been used in jewelry since ancient times, tradition and beliefs have given this gemstone a respected status. A cladaugh moonstone ring could have a white moonstone as shown in the RG174 image, grey moonstones, blue moonstones and even a peach colored moonstone are options. However, most jewelry lovers prefer the white moonstone color when choosing a moonstone cladaugh ring.

The moonstone is not considered to be the main birthstone for any of the calendar months but, it is often used as an alternate birthstone for the month of June. This option for the gemini (zodiac sign) is very useful especially for the cladaugh moonstone ring. This is because the primary birth stone for the month of june is pearl and, the cladaugh ring requires a heart shape that is not possible with a genuine pearl. A moonstone cladaugh ring is therefore a great option for a june birthstone cladaugh ring. Most moonstones are cut in a smooth cut without facets, this is shown in the image of the above Kaisilver cladaugh ring too. However make sure that the moonstone in your ring is not cut too high, this makes the ring prone to damage through frontal impact.

For those of you who are not familiar with the cladaugh ring a brief history is provided here. An Irish slave by the name of Robert Joyce is credited with making the first cladaugh ring. This was more than 375 years ago, Robert a fisherman in the small fishing village named ‘Cladaugh’ was captured by pirates on the high seas and sold as a slave. History records the love, affection and loyalty of this young man for his beloved who remained in the cladaugh village. Enslaved by a wealthy goldsmith, Robert slowly learnt the trade and made this ring for his beloved. His dream was to give his beloved the ring once he was released from slavery. His dream came true and he one day returned to his village as freeman, he gave the ring to his beloved who was anxiously waiting for him. This was the cladaugh ring that later became one of the most meaningful rings in history. The main features of the cladaugh ring include the heart (shows love), the crown (depicts loyalty) and the hands (symbolize friendship).

Kaisilver is credited with making the world’s best rendition of the cladaugh ring. These rings retain all the features of the cladaugh ring that was first made many centuries ago. Some of the finest craftsmen work on gold and sterling silver cladaugh rings and anunlimited choice of gem stone options is provided. Learn more about the RG174 moonstone cladaugh ring at this link: http://www.kaisilver.com/celtic-claddagh-ring.htm and also spend some time on the complete website dedicated to the cladaugh ring at: http://www.claddagh-rings.com/  A more detailed record of the the cladaugh ring is provided, our research team traces the meaning and history of this gorgeous heart ring. You will also be introduced to some impressive cladaugh men’s rings.