Our client had a diamond she wanted us to use to set in a new ring. The new ring was going to be a copy of her single stone wedding ring (also pictured) here and would fit perfectly as a set. Jason hand carved a new model and it was cast in matching yellow gold. The...
This Custom Claddagh ring is 10mm wide and features white gold raised borders on a yellow gold band, the interlace on the shank of the ring is from the Celtic book of Dimma (Trinity college). The finger size is an 8, but this band can be made in any size. Widths...
This Celtic Triskele pendant is 14K yellow gold and features a motif from the Tara Brooch. The Tara Brooch is an oversized penannular cloak pin from the mid 7th century (650-700CE). It is a masterwork of gold and silver and is on permanent display at the Museum of...
Our client wanted to make something for her daughters with the gold and diamonds from her first wedding ring. We added 50% new gold to the client ring and made a long bar of 2.5mm x 1.6mm in yellow gold. That wire was used to hand make 3 rings 2.5mm wide. Jason set...
This pendant is inspired from a design on the carpet (cover) page of the Celtic book of Durrow. It is 24mm in diameter and this example is finished in yellow gold. A 16mm version is also available. Note that the three spiral main spiral points are not all triple...
A Ravens Heart Triskele with 2 red garnets in the eyes and a rainbow moonstone in the beak. The Raven is a symbol of intelligence and resourcefulness. The Celtic Deity Lugh had 2 ravens, in Scandinavia Odin has two ravens and in North America the West Coast nations...
An Eagle is a symbol of the chief of the heavens. It flies higher than other birds and lives in both heaven and earth. It has been used on crests for families and countries for millennia. Our client in this case wanted us to make a double headed eagle pendant for them...
A client wrote me and asked where I source my metals from. Here is my reply 'Thank you for writing to me. I have always sourced my new precious metals from local metal refiners & recyclers. Interestingly, 1/3 of my clients bring me their own gold to reuse in a new...
The modern symbol of love, the Heart was first seen in the 1200s in an illustration of a knight offering his heart to his lover. It is also recognized as the shape of Cupids arrow. Jason wanted to combine a heart and the Triquetra or Triskele interlace and make it...
A School Ring or Team ring made of gold will carry a lot of memories for the owner. Over decades the design can fade and the gemstone in the center may become worn. Often the stone is a vibrant coloured lab-made crystal called spinel. Synthetic spinel is 10x harder...
Pictured is a pair of 15 year old Love Bird Tree Triskele Rings, both in sterling silver. It is an honour to make jewellery and wedding bands which have so much sentimental value. The thinner model has raised 14K yellow borders. Sterling Silver is the same hardness as...
A 1+ carat London Blue Topaz is set into a basket cushion setting. The fine Rolo style chain which accents it is 1mm. All finished in solid platinum which will last a lifetime. All gemstones are set in our shop by hand. The view of the pierced bezel is also pictured...
Our clients asked us to make rings using gold from gifted wedding rings in their family. The designs they chose are a hammered finish and the other with a slave ring design (pointed down). Made of solid yellow gold they are finished at just under 3mm wide each.
Our client wanted an octagon (emerald cut) faceted blue sapphire for her engagement ring. Together we designed this split shank design in white gold with hand engraving on each plane. Six gypsy set accent diamonds lead up the curve of the split shank. Emerald shaped...
Our client wanted us to add a gemstone to her 20 year old Celtic Eternity Triskele wedding band. This gorgeous 2 carat octagon (emerald) cut ruby is what she chose and had us set it into a 4 claw setting. It is all solid yellow gold and we were even able to keep the...
This breathtaking design was suggested to us by our client who wanted us to incorporate some of her family gold materiel and gemstones. Its a nice size at 4cm in diameter and was made to fit with a 5mm omega chain. The large diamonds are from heirloom rings and one is...
This one of a kind 'Thor's Hammer' is made of solid 14K yellow gold. It has a 22 inch cable chain and a hand made 'Oath ring' on it as well. Another name for the hammer is Mjölnir. The hammer both has the power to create and build from nothing and the power to...
A solid yellow gold pendant featuring a tiger. The right eye is the Kanji character for tiger (虎 hǔ). It measures 2.4cm in diameter. The tiger is an Asian symbol of dignity, ferocity and courage. The largest cat species on the planet, it is a symbol of protection when...
Bellchamber's makes 2 widths of Irish Claddagh rings. The wide version (R304) has a 13mm heart and crown with a 5mm halfround ring shank. The smaller (R95) has a 9mm tall heart and crown with a 4mm halfround ring shank. Pictured are both models in Solid gold and...
This 14K green gold ring is a 4.5mm wide Triquetra Eternity band. The Triquetra is the first Celtic interlace dating to 600-650CE). It is based on the early Celtic spiral Triskele from 500BCE. The earliest Triquetra artifacts are found in Scotland (Meigle) and Ireland...
Pictured are a pair of Triquetra rings. A 10K green gold version is resting on a yellow gold version. Green gold is attained by making a alloy with a higher proportion of fine silver than copper. The colour of green gold is best described as a pale yellow green yet...
A 1.25 carat AAA blue sapphire is claw set into this white gold Double Triskele ring. The shoulder interlace is set with a total of 6 diamonds to add sparkle to the blue sapphire. A wonderful gift all in 14K gold.
A 'Dutch Button' ring in 14K yellow gold. Completely handmade at our shop. Our client ordered us to make a copy of a silver one she received as a gift. A design with a 400 year history, also known as a 'Zeeuwse knop'. This is a very unique gold ring.
A gorgeous 3+carat Star Sapphire set in the widest style we make, a 14mm wide Dimma Loveknot. Solid yellow gold borders are raised on the white silver ring. The bezel setting is also solid gold. Custom rings like this are truly one of a kind.
A client brought us her 3 stone setting with oval ruby and mine cut diamonds, the shank of which was in need of replacement. Pictured above is what we remade her; a new yellow gold band 2 mm wide, welded her 3-gemstone platinum setting to it and finished the sides...
A client had us reset her 7 emeralds into each triangle of the design. What holds them in are very small beads pushed slightly over the girdle of each gemstone. Jason Bellchamber combines the technique of 3 different master goldsmiths to achieve this. Model 447.
This Double Triskele engagement ring is set with an emerald-cut (octagon) Aquamarine. The ring is 14K yellow and the claws are 14k white gold. Emerald cuts are the 3rd most difficult style of stone to set into a ring.
Inside ring engraving, especially for wedding bands, is a service we provide. Pricing starts at $45 for 16 characters or less (including spaces). Custom fonts or copying your partner's handwriting is also available. Work is done in our shop. Size of letters range...
The matching earring set for the Celtic Wren pendant. The link to the larger pendant is here. This set pictured here is in solid sterling silver with an antiqued background to see the unique spiral design. They can be made in gold as well. In folklore the wee wren is...
The little wren in Irish Celtic folklore was the King of the Birds and symbolized the old year at New Years. The Wren is also a symbol of wit and wisdom. Other stories name the wren as the Queen of Fairies. It is based on the early artifact in the Museum of Cork. The...
A one-of-a-kind custom ring. This unique ring is finished in 14K Rose gold. The heart was taken from a sketch the client made and the ring created in our shop. We can make custom jewellery with 100% the client artwork and even gold material.
Three 'Family rings' make a whole one-of-a-kind ring. They stack in a way our client designed so that the stones have a floral and organic feel, like a life long bouquet. The nine birthstones make up each member of the family. Each one is individually claw set in...
Inspired by strength, elegance and balance the Bailey Triskele ring has a mirrored Celtic Triskele pattern from the 7th century. This ring holds a bezel set 1/3 carat white diamond all in solid 14K white gold. The interlace is pierced. The front tapers from 14mm to...
If a client wants us to source a gemstone we like to select 3 or 4 in to illustrate the differences in value. Sapphires are a very cost-effective coloured stone. And they come in every hue of the rainbow. They are tough and will last a lifetime without scratching if...
Jason loves collecting antique goldsmithing tools. We have about 6 old ball-peen hammers we have restored and use only for making different hammered textures. Hammered rings have a texture achieved from striking it with a hammer repeatedly on the outside surface. The...
A set of antiqued sterling bands and the 14k green gold Key Pattern Triskele bands. Sterling silver is the whitest metal however, it does not have the sheen or hardness of gold. On the other hand Gold does not oxidize like silver and won't naturally have the...
A two-tone gold Tiara ring set with. The ring was hand made from 2 rings, one white and one yellow. It was inspired by a female superhero. To finish it off we set an ocean blue sapphire in the star. Model R774 Star Tiara ring with Ocean Blue Sapphire
A client brought us a very large 24mm signet ring in and this 22K half Sovereign. We made a flat cap of gold, welded it over top of the signet space and then added 4 posts to it. Jason then claw set the clients coin onto the top. Customization of client work is always...
A client brought us her natural pearls to restring and decided she wanted 2 of them to make into earrings. We made a gold post to go through each pearl with a ball rivet and attached them to European Lever-backs. Repairing client jewellery uses creativity and...
If you are a gamer you may recognize this pattern. Our client brought us a rough idea of the design and wanted one in 14K white gold. It looks like interlace surrounding a Celtic Cross pattern, it's the Mara Ring. The Circle is 9mm and the ring shank is 6mm. (Model...
This bracelet uses the Pacific Eagle and Whale Tail pendant as the cuff. Finished in sterling silver with a 9mm wide Figaro style link bracelet. The Whale is the Chief of the Ocean, the Eagle is the Cheiftans icon. If you look close the motif is both! This based on a...
This pendant is two-sided with matching sides and is based on a museum piece from Sweden. Note the Triquetra interlace at the base of the Mjölnir. Thor is the Scandinavian God of Thunder and the guardian of the Rainbow Bridge separating Valhalla (Heaven) & Earth....
A Rainbow Moonstone is set into a white Dianne Loveknot ring. The stone is 9x7mm and is an oval cabochon cut. Adularescence is an optical property of Moonstone which gives it the blue hue from a 45-degree angle to direct light.
A Traditional Claddagh ring made in 14K white gold with a pair of diamond cut blue sapphires and a 3.5mm A grade opal set into the heart. We are able to customize this ring with any round stones you wish.
A client brought us her gold to recycle and remake into this beautiful Bailey Triskele. We also set her engagement diamond and wedding ring diamonds into the interlace too. This Bellchamber designed was inspired by the shape of whale tales. The Whale is the chief of...
Genuine Sunstone from Oregon USA, bezel set in 14K yellow gold Dianne Loveknot rings. This is a very rare tri-colour gemstone our client wished us to set a matching pair into wedding rings. Like moonstone, it is a gem variety of feldspar exhibiting flashes of green...
This custom St.Andrews buckle is made of solid sterling silver and is a one of a kind. It's what is known as a Scottish Pipers cross belt mount, and is the terminal end. The finished weight was over 3 oz and measures 8x5 cm. It is one of the largest silver pieces...
The bird is the only creature that lives both in heaven and earth. This ring incorporates two love birds (in a style from the book of Kells) perched in the tree of life whose leaves flow into triskele knots. The tree is a representation of the connection between...
The bird is the only creature that lives both in heaven and earth. This ring incorporates two love birds (in a style from the book of Kells) perched in the tree of life whose leaves flow into triskele knots. The tree is a representation of the connection between...
Taking photos of high polished jewellery, especially with a flat surface, is akin to taking a picture of a mirror. It's challenging to put something 3d into 2 dimensions! This Celtic Tree of Life Pendant is made of solid platinum. Notice that it is a soft white grey...
The Claddagh [klah-duh] is an Irish promise ring that dates back over 100 years. There are many legends associated with it but all agree that it has three lucky meanings. Faith, Friendship and Love represented by the Crown, Hands, and Heart. Pictured is 2 handmade...
A Custom Wolf Clann ring with a 3/4 carat midnight blue-black sapphire. The ring is 5mm wide making the detail have to be hand engraved and carved into the ring. It's a nice bright 14K white gold. The pair of wolves represent the alphas of the pack, the Dam and Sire....
The Claddagh [klah-duh] is an Irish promise ring that dates back over 100 years. There are many legends associated with it but all agree that it has three lucky meanings. Faith, Friendship and Love represented by the Crown, Hands, and Heart. Pictured is our 14K gold...
A custom, one of a kind-pendant made for the owner of Crannóg Ales in BC. The Celtic (alpha) wolves are a great theme. The two leaders of the pack, the alpha male and alpha female. This one was a nice size the round part is over 25mm. Model 594.
A bold sterling silver Claddagh Triskele pendant with two 3mm rubies set into the hands of the claddgah. Jason sets all of the stones by hand in the shop. This custom design is a one of a kind. This is a customization of model 766.
Jason loves collecting antique goldsmith tools. We have about 6 antique ball-peen hammers which we have restored and use only for making different hammered textures. Hammered rings have a texture from striking it with a hammer repeatedly on the outside surface. The...
The Claddagh [klah-duh] is an Irish promise ring that dates back over 100 Years. There are many legends associated with it but all agree that it has three lucky meanings. Faith, Fiendship & Love represented by the Crown, Hands & Heart. "I crown my heart with...
A set of 10mm wide Greenman rings in white with an antiqued background. The Greenman is a motif that is found in Europe, Britain, Africa, and Asia. Often it is depicted in Medieval Churches carved into the woodwork or Masonry. It is a masculine face with leaves...
If a client wants us to source a gemstone, we usually obtain 3 or 4 to illustrate the differences in value. Sapphires are a very cost-effective coloured stone for setting in a ring. They are tough and will last a lifetime without scratching if taken care of. Pictured...
Made of solid 18K yellow gold, this set features the Love Bird Tree of Life design. The ladies is set with a 1/2 carat purple sapphire. Birds partner for life which makes it a perfect symbol of a union. It is the only creature that lives both in heaven and earth. This...
A custom ring jacket to fit with our clients engagement ring (in the center). She wanted to incorporate a Polynesian Spearhead design on the shank to represent a warrior spirit. We set 22 diamonds into the ring jacket. See the photo on the right. We start with a...
A two-tone 14K gold Saxon rune ring. The design is based on the Kingsmoor Rune ring found in the British Museum. This model is 10mm wide. The runes read ᛭ᚨᚱᛦᚱᛁᚢᚠᛚᛏᛦᚱᛁᚢᚱᛁᚦᚩᚾᚷᛚᚨᚴᛏᚨᛈᚩᚾ / ᛏᚨᚿ or ærkriufltkriuriþonglæstæpon/tol'The final ᛏᚨᚿ tol is written on the inside of...
A 10mm wide and a 6.5mm wide Greenman ring set, in white with an green enamelled background. The Greenman is a motif that is found in Europe, Britain, Africa, and Asia. Often it is depicted in Medieval Churches carved into the woodwork or Masonry. It is a masculine...
A yellow gold Tree Triskele wedding ring set resting on heather flowers. The tree is a symbol of the connection between heaven and earth while the Celtic triskele design represents eternity. These rings are 10mm and 7.5mm wide. (Model R33 and R34)
A Rolling Ring in two-tone gold. The white gold and yellow gold rings are linked together to be worn as one. The 14K white gold band is hammered (3mm) and the yellow gold band (3mm) has a high polish mirror finish. These rings are custom made to order and with...
The Morrígan Spiral Labyrinth in 14K Yellow Gold. An elegant design made up of many parts symbolizing the cycle of life in the year to the Iron age Celts. Look closely at the spirals, the outer six are triple or double labyrinths. The center is also a triple pattern....
The Key Pattern Triskele ring in 14K Green gold. Making different colours of gold is enriching as a goldsmith. Note that green gold is more of a pale yellow-green. Sterling silver is the whitest metal however and an inexpensive alternative to gold however, it does not...
These custom wedding rings are made of 14K yellow gold with princess cut diamonds and amethysts. The bezel settings were very difficult to make and then set the stones at an even height all the way around. The design is a one of a kind wedding set for our client.
A solid 14K white gold Custom Claddagh wedding ring set. Both are solid white gold and each heart is set with a small diamond. One is 8mm wide and the other is 7mm. The loveknot pattern is a classic Celtic Triskele interlce from the book of Dimma.
A custom designed antler ring with a hammered finish on the horns. The shank is a thick square wire made of silver hand forged and bent to make this one of a kind design.
A custom Hammered yellow gold ring. This one is 8 mm wide and 2 mm thick with angled hammered edges and a matte textured finish in the center third of the ring. We only finish Hammered rings on Thursday!
The wide yellow gold hammered ring is done with the ball of a peen hammer giving it a unique dimpled look. The smaller white ring has a cross-hatched hammered effect where a flat end hammer is used to give the texture. Each one is unique.
This large oval peridot is bezel set in this white gold Dianne Loveknot. Small 1.4mm diamonds are set into the corners of the interlace. This ring was shipped to Germany.
A yellow gold Celtic Tree of Life pendant and earring set. The Earrings are 4 claw post style and the pendant has a bezel setting. Each set with oval blue sapphires. The earrings are 1.2cm in diameter and the pendant is 2.1cm. Model P299 and E297
The gold Three Oak Tree of Life ring is resting on a platinum Medieval Tree of Life ring. Both are set with a melee diamond from our clients own collection. The Medieval Tree design is 900 years old the Oak design is a Bellchamber original with sprouting Red, Black,...
A pair of white 10mm wide Medieval Tree of Life rings. Note that without antiquing the etched background has a textured look to create a pleasant contrast. Model R46
Thistle Triskele Ring with a large 3.5ct+ Ruby. The White gold Thistle motif surrounds the shank of the ring and a yellow gold bezel is where the flower would be. Then we set a 3.5 carat oval Ruby for our client. Even the bezel has engraving. The background of the...
A pair of Celtic Wolfhound Rings, in 14K rose gold and antiqued white. The wolf represents strength, loyalty and intelligence. Both are 10mm wide and are model R86.
Many people want to set gemstones as low as possible in a ring. The lowest style of setting for this is the bezel setting. Diamonds and gemstones which are smaller than 2.25mm can be gypsy set into the band. Larger gems are required to have a setting to hold them. A...
From the pencil sketch to the finished ring, we turn lead into gold! Initially when Bellchamber designs a ring we start with a rough sketch and then move to a final black and white finished design. The final black and white art is used to make a wax model which is...
Sleipnir is the 8 legged horse of Odin, chief of the Viking Gods. The imagery on this Viking ring is inspired by the 8th Century standing stones from the island of Gotland Sweden. The main image is of Odin naked on Sleipnir's back brandishing his shield and spear into...
A client brought us her small plain signet ring and had us engrave her family crest on it. This design is from the shield portion of the Semenchenko crest. It is a rampart lion with a crescent moon and 3 white stirpes on red background. Custom engravings are available...
This yellow gold ring is called the Stráice Dianne Loveknot. We used the clients own gold from her original wedding band. And finished it by re-engraving the message from her first band. A lovely ring that represents two souls as one. Stráice is the Gaelic word for...
This pair of Wolfhound rings, one antiqued and the wider in non-antiqued white gold have a customized engraving on the inside of the bands. Part of it as Gaelic and the other half is Chinese Hanzi (Chinese character). Inside ring engravings of 16 characters are free...
Gemstones which are as large as this 1.25 carat blue sapphire are considered exotic for their rarity. Finding a goldsmith to set a large stone like this is actually even more rare and will increase the value of your gem. Jason hand sets every one methodically,...
This Dianne Loveknot ring has a 1.5 carat diamond in a modern half bezel setting. All in solid 14K white gold. Note the 4 small 1.5mm diamonds set into the 4 corners of the interlace. Model R11
A Double Love Band with a white gold and yellow gold ring linked together. The 14K white gold band is hammered and the yellow gold is done iwth a full polish. A ring like this is made to order and can be done in custom gold combinations.
Gemstones which are as large as this 1.25 carat blue sapphire are considered Exotic. They are very rare in this quality and size. Finding a goldsmith to set a large stone like this is actually even more rare and will increase the value of your gem. Jason hand sets...
The Double Triskele ring in yellow gold with a 4 claw platinum setting containing a 1/2 carat diamond. A half carat diamond is about 5.2mm in diameter at its widest point. The number 3 to the Celtic represented the soul/eternity (past, present and future). Available...
This ring is a Bellchamber version of a split-shank ring with Celtic interlace protecting the gem setting. A triangular interlace called a Triquetra is mirrored on both sides of a claw style setting. The Triple spiral design in the centre of the interlace is known as...
A custom veterinary pendant with a rhino and red ruby set into the front. Custom designs are our specialty. Note that taking photos of silver pendants is difficult, it is similar to taking a photo of a mirror.
Determining a ring size is an initial step before ordering a ring. Have at least 2 different jewellers measure your finger size if you are unable have the staff at Bellchambers do it for you. Your fingers will be slightly larger in the summer than the winter, usually...