The Master's Ring was my very first project and was what really made me realise I was good at this. When I set about creating this piece I wanted to create the best ring I could, something that was even superior to the filming prop. I believe I succeeded in capturing a level of detail and refinement that even the prop could not manage. A lot of people have asked me how I did it and how it differs from the cheaper imitation version available from Animainment.
Well, the answer is simple: I created a highly intricate die with the design on it and I used a coin machine to stamp out the design out of sheets of pure sterling silver. This is what the raw product looks like:
These were then soldered onto silver signet ring blanks:
And then infilled with enamel:
As you will see, the level of detail and finish on mine is superior in every respect to the Animainment versions. The Animainment version is highly simplified whereas my version preserves every detail of the original design.
Compare mine above, the copy below:
I've seen your ring and I think it's quite lovely. I would like to know how much it would cost to just have the top design part made into a pendant. I like the design but cannot wear a huge man's ring. Please quote me a price!
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