Restoration of a Signet Ring
Restoring Jewellery
This signet wedding ring had lasted through over 60 years of marriage. The original engraving had worn off to the point that it was illegible and very hard to know what it said. The shank was also worn and bent out of shape matching the aged hands it never left for such a long long time. This was also a very personal project something my partner in Sydney had inherited and he had no idea I was going to give this ring a full restoration.
Re-shanking and Engraving
I spent a lot of time working on this one, under the microscope, discovering the old worn out engraving. The initial’s SB could be eventually made out but getting the original font style was a little more challenging.
Due to the age of the ring it required a complete re-shank. For those that are unfamiliar with the term, the shank is commonly referred to as a band. A re-shank involves cutting and replacing the band of the ring. The shoulder and above remain intact retaining the original engraving on the inside.
By the time this restoration was complete the ring looked like new and what it would have all those years ago.
The ring after being re-shanked is beginning to look like it once had.
Starting a Remodel
The remodelling and restoration of old jewellery helps preserve the sentimental meaning of your piece in the original style or a new one. If you would like some help or advice on bringing something of yours back to its former glory give us a call or contact us through our website. In times where it is difficult to travel, we can arrange phone or online consultations and regularly service Sydney and the Southern Highlands.
The ring once the restoration had been completed.
