Metals & Materials
How to send us your Memorial Materials intended for your custom Jewelry
At Jewelry By Johan, we treat your supplied cremains with the utmost care and respect, ensuring each handcrafted memorial item honors your loved one. Learn about our process, shipping instructions, and how to obtain a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number for tracking your materials.
Can You Resize Titanium Rings?
In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of resizing titanium rings. Titanium, known for its strength and lightweight properties, is a popular choice for jewelry, especially wedding bands...
Amboyna
The Allure of Amboyna Wood in Jewelry Making In the world of fine jewelry, the choice of materials plays a pivotal role in the creation of exquisite pieces that captivate...
Metals Education
When you purchase a ring at Jewelry by Johan, you are in control over the result of the final product. Nearly any ring can be made in any metal or...
Buyer Beware: Plated Men's Wedding Bands
Black tungsten, blue titanium, gold tungsten and other colored metal rings are popular men's wedding band choices. BUT, these rings are plated and prone to chip and fade very easily. Before you get enticed by these trendy, alternative wedding bands, learn some pros and cons.
Hypoallergenic Wedding Bands
If you have a metal allergy, you still have plenty of awesome options for hypoallergenic wedding bands that are far from boring. There are a handful of metals that are non-irritants AND other unique, alternative materials used to make rings that won’t cause a skin irritation.
Ultimate Guide To Black Rings
Black rings are a modern, moody, trendy and stylish accessory and make for excellent wedding bands. With so many options available, which black metal is right for you?
60 Ideas for Items to Use in Custom Wood Rings
Custom wood rings are the perfect canvas for creating a unique, sentimental jewelry gift. Here's some inspiration on items to use for a custom item.
Troilite in Meteorite Jewelry
What Is Troilite? Troilite appears as a dark spot among a meteorite's angular metal patterns. Geologically speaking, it is a rare mineral that is a variety of pyrrhotite. It is...
FAQs About Gold Jewelry
How can you tell if gold's real? What is rose gold? Is gold hypoallergenic? All you need to know about gold. These and other gold jewelry questions answered.
Buyer Beware: How to Tell If It’s Real Meteorite Jewelry
Don't be fooled by jewelers who claim to sell meteorite rings that are not genuine meteorite. This blog explains how to tell if meteorite is the real deal.
Custom Rings Made From Whiskey Barrels
If you enjoy a glass of Jack after a long day or you simply admire the unique grain pattern of the whiskey barrel oak, a whiskey barrel ring may be for you.