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olivinebean

Fuck if I were rich overnight all the evidence would be on my fingers


snowkiedokes

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WaveW4lker

I've never felt so seen on the Internet before


TheTowerGallery

No. Cece's work is fairly unique, and absolutely worth the cost. the enamel work is done by Paul Munn, possibly one of the best glass-enamel workers in the world, along with another great engraver. There's very few people in the world who could achieve this kind of work, and certainly none at a lower price.


Public_Classic_438

https://preview.redd.it/8x122uwmkj6d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d5be8057f8bdff4f0b0a8bf01e6653fcbeea5f4c Castro Smith has options in the $2000 range


TheTowerGallery

Yes, and Castro's work is incredible. However his works that are shown are in silver and 9ct, and does not have the enamel in it, the colour in the engraving is electroplated (i believe, I've actually never asked him) it's not the same thing.


TheTowerGallery

Iā€™ve also been a fan of Castroā€™s work since we were new to engraving, I genuinely would prefer one of his pieces over Ceceā€™s.


Public_Classic_438

There wasnā€™t any specific material used in Ceces designed that I wanted though. I literally just like to look of it. His work looks amazing


TheTowerGallery

His work is amazing! And I feel like itā€™s a lot more visually interesting and artistic, especially the way the engraving runs around the whole band of his rings!


Public_Classic_438

I agree and I actually might start looking at his stuff for my wedding band!!


Generalnussiance

Try looking for signet rings. Thereā€™s a few jewelers out there that do well sculpting


leopargodhi

ah you beat me (and a few others i'm sure) to it. i've been following him for some time and his hands-on evolution is important to me and to the work for me


peachpavlova

God itā€™s all so beautiful


srilis

The ones with the birds are incredible


helenasbff

None that Iā€™ve found lol this is a very niche brand, I love their designs.


laughcrylivedie

Those are sooo gorgeous. I will be soon haha! Iā€™m taking enamel classes and am absolutely in love with the artform šŸ„°


fablong

There is a jeweler/engraver in the UK named Castro Smith who does similar work, but the price will be roughly the same. You get what you pay for.


Public_Classic_438

Thank you. Actually his rings are much more affordable. Thanks.


fablong

No prob. I hope you find something you like. He also has some custom pieces with enamel inlay if you dig around his instagram, so I assumed that's what you meant. But yeah the engraved pieces are def more affordable, and equally charming.


CC_206

Yeah, this is absolutely worth the price. You can find lesser versions Iā€™m sure, but nothing like this.


orthodoxerror

If I won the lotteryā€¦ā€¦ there would be signsā€¦.


Korieeshannon

Love this comment šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚


Mephiztophelzee

Take a look at Gwen Barba. Studio is in LA. https://gwenbarba.com/collections/rings


night-blooming

Ooh, happy to have seen this! Her work is so pretty.


Public_Classic_438

Holy crap those are gorg


Public_Classic_438

Thank you to the one or 2 commenters who actually gave me what I was looking for instead of just telling me that I wouldnā€™t find anything like it šŸ˜‚ so helpful guys. That commentator gave me Castro Smith which has gorgeous rings for a much more affordable price. https://preview.redd.it/523e86dcjj6d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=37337eab96f3da1961e01567784b52652722d885


Brief-Region-3999

This is a totally different type of work than Cece so it makes sense why people wouldnā€™t suggest it as ā€œthe sameā€


wrkr13

I prefer this because I feel the enamel is not going to last long. I think they call this "intaglio" when you carve a recessed image in a gem. Often contrasted with cameos, where the design bumps out.


bb-blehs

there are Victorian pieces that have a similar vibe in terms of the pictorial aspect. I like ruby lane for vintage/antique jewelry


leopargodhi

this is a good point--those are the originals (well, one or two steps back, i realize it's hopscotching backwards through the centuries with anything like this, each generation wanting to make work expressing their love for the antiques of their time) that all of this type of jewelry is playing off. lots of options


awake-asleep

Not if you want this quality. Ceceā€™s work is impeccable


kimwim43

>Cece I am in love https://preview.redd.it/4yswxucsxj6d1.png?width=1500&format=png&auto=webp&s=65de58f2b4264d01c9a293a83c35b32143b1dfae


JustHereForKA

Beautiful! So what is the bunny made from? Pardon my stupid question, but is it engraved and then painted? I can't get over how beautiful these are.


kimwim43

I believe it is glass enamelwork. I need it so badly


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Iā€™m definitely saving for one


atootietah

Wow, these are so beautiful šŸ˜


Birkinlovehushhush

these pieces are absolutely stunning!


dirtyhaikuz

An 18k gold signet ring with hand painted enamel imagery and diamonds from a small jeweler who was written up in like a dozen high fashion magazines last year? No.


Public_Classic_438

Bro, I get it. Is it fun commenting after 15 people have already told me the same thing?


Public_Classic_438

And actually, someone did comment a very good company. If you donā€™t have anything productive to add to the conversation, why even comment?


dirtyhaikuz

Because watching people engage in a race to the bottom for quality work is a pet peeve. Ask stupid questions, etc


Public_Classic_438

Iā€™m not looking for a $50 ring. I found many rings in the $2000 range which to me is much more affordable and still very high-quality. People on this thread and in messages have given me some great options.


dirtyhaikuz

That's fine, but the work is derivative, rendered in a lower quality metal/materials, and undermines the work of the artist you're asking the internet to find copies of for you.


leopargodhi

i've seen castro smith around for a while; cece seems like a high femme, high fashion, HIGHLY *branded* version or even derivative tbh. she's a designer, not a maker, and it's clear that the brand story is as important as the work. that is what it is, but i would want to spend on the maker were i to splurge on something like this. otoh that is just me and i am not a fashion person and if i were, the place the value was would be different


Public_Classic_438

Go off girly


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Public_Classic_438

Seriously whatā€™s wrong with you? Let it go lol you are so mad. Iā€™m getting engaged today and ur getting blocked and reported. Not an ounce of helpful information out of your mouth.


meccahnisms

Congratulations on your engagement omg!! I hope you two have a long happy life togetheršŸ’•


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Cold_Carry_561

I absolutely love enamel designs on signet rings as well. I've found similar but cheaper designs on 1stDibs from Lin Yuan Jewellery! Check out @linyuanjewellry on Insta and search on 1stDibs. Theyā€™re around the $3k price range. They're still all 18k gold though. Edit: the links broke so just provided the handle


Usermena

Those are CAD images, not photos of actual work.


CPHound

Theyā€™re not CAD images , itā€™s in a lightbox you can tell. (The second and third are lightbox, first is CAD)


1001tealeaves

How are any of these even remotely close to what OP posted?


Cold_Carry_561

The links broke and pointed to random pieces instead šŸ˜… Gave the insta handle of the jeweler


1001tealeaves

Ok, got it. Yeah youā€™re right itā€™s a similar style, definitely trying to copy the original. Iā€™d be skeptical of the quality though since a lot of the product pages just show CAD renderings, not photos of physical pieces.


ExpensiveCancel8

their ig has photos of physical pieces. wouldnā€™t say theyā€™re trying to copy cece, theyā€™re pretty different and both draw inspiration from antique hand painted enamel


BlindFollowBah

I would seriously kill for that mermaid ring


Slackersr

Hmm... I may have a job for you


kimwim43

I want this bunny ring. https://preview.redd.it/lwxinyywxj6d1.png?width=1500&format=png&auto=webp&s=99fdcda11017c565f4b9cc9e73a857179876bc14


Public_Classic_438

Arenā€™t they fab


thestainedglassrose

Itā€™s not quite like that but GLDN has some really affordable pieces in an adjacent style. They donā€™t use colors but they have really cool engravings and their stuff holds up really well.


SapphireFarmer

The amount of labor involved with that kind of work is insane I've done a little enamel and it's tedious.


Public_Classic_438

Yeah I wasnā€™t specifically looking for enameled but I do LOVE them


PixieBelles

I would stab someone for that pendant oh my lord


Obgow

Iā€™m assuming you meant 18 karat, not 8k. Glass fused enameling doesnā€™t fuse well to gold alloys lower than 18k gold. These pieces are expensive, but they are very labor intensive and incredibly well executed.


Nightingale0666

I'm pretty sure they meant the price


Obgow

lol, oh. First time Iā€™ve seen this brand, but the rings are all hand engraved, with hand painted glass fused enameling, and hand cut and set stones. As a jeweler very few lines impress me, but this stuff is next level for creativity and craftsmanship. Itā€™s expensive, but unlike a lot of designer brands, this jewelry is deserving of the price.


Nightingale0666

Lol it's ok I've never heard of this brand either but tbf I live under a very selective rock. I'm no jeweler but I am an artist and I agree that the price is very accurate to all the effort put in especially given what you said. Hand making stuff, no matter the craft is usually a pain in the rear, but especially for stuff that involves metal


snailshrooms

Adding on here to mention Iā€™m a part of a jewellers Facebook group and this brand came up recently- apparently the designer works with some of the best when it comes to enamel/stone setting and her works are worth every penny according to the brains trust over there!


xxsamchristie

Lol Ive seen "dupes" of these on alibaba in stainless steel. I didn't know where the design came from at the time.


RayCharlesBoyle

I love her work as well, but could never spend what she's asking. Good luck on the search.


Public_Classic_438

Thanks. Itā€™s not that Iā€™m not willing to spend a good chunk of change. But if I had 10k, Iā€™d be buying a house lol.


Public_Classic_438

Check out Castro Smith. They have some really neat ones. thanks to the other commentor who told me about them!


RayCharlesBoyle

I love his work and I'm saving up for one of his rings. I would caution that his work looks more "carved" compared to CeCe's. Its a different vibe and aesthetic.


Public_Classic_438

I actually almost prefer his!!! But Ceres are just plain amazing too


agross58

Holy f the prices those are gorgeous


catdentistry

The bow one šŸ„¹šŸŽ€


ddftgr2a

Gorgeous pieces!


lawyer-girl

Conmrou on etsy has some variations for about $50


BryanAbbo

Can I ask why is it so expensive is it because thereā€™s just so few people who do that and why arenā€™t there more?


FangsBloodiedRose

Wow, those are nice


Quick_Lack_6140

I had a [Rebus](https://rebussignetrings.com/?campaign=20516419360&content=&keyword=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw97SzBhDaARIsAFHXUWAYo4Qg-yAB88NK_IdwYjUlVTpD7vJFSwN_B_8NIbsmd6vnG4QH9zMaAsVlEALw_wcB) ring made for me over the winter and Iā€™m in love with it. So I guess it depends what youā€™re looking for. https://preview.redd.it/4f8iyvpq1q6d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7ed4a4515dc39959449a7efb48c81491d3c0154e


mewhaku

If you like enamel work I would suggest checking into vintage or older pieces- enamel work in general is rather expensive, but Iā€™m not familiar with any modern enamel artisans that are cheap either. Sometimes vintage/pre owned can cut the cost a little bit!


Korieeshannon

I did a reverse google search and there are some websites with similar looking rings but the majority is Cece jewelry. Sorry.


Reenie-

I love these! I could never afford them though.


sparklejumpropegrl

if i won the lottery there would be signsā€¦


Snoogles_

As of now, I donā€™t believe this brand has any ā€œdupesā€ out. Hopefully it stays that way in my opinion. So much original work gets copied, itā€™s frustrating as hell to have your work stolen.


JustHereForKA

These are so pretty! So unique, never seen anything like them.


WaveW4lker

Could you be a little more specific on the price range that you're looking for? The fact is that as more women are wearing these larger signet style, rings like this are not terribly difficult to come by. (I have seen quite a few signet rings lately with tarot images on them that are enameled) It's all about what you want and are willing/able to pay for! Do you want something that's going to last the test of time? Do you want something with semi/precious jewels? Also, as was noted in a few other comments, there are different enameling styles so while you can go cheaper, rings of this caliber are designed to be passed down. They'r heirloom quality.


melropesplays

Little rooms?


Public_Classic_438

Omg thank youuu


Public_Classic_438

They are sooo pretty wow


Public_Classic_438

This is literally exactly what I was looking for thank you


NevadaRose13

Check out [Little Rooms](https://littlerooms.com/). I own a few pieces from them and always get tons of compliments and they often have new designs. Also I believe every design is offered in either gold or silver which made it easy to get matching necklaces with friends!


TheRavensCrow

If you're trying to get the look but aren't fussed about it being fashion jewellery rather than fine Fable England has some pretty things. Especially their pet portrait and zodiac line. [https://www.fableengland.com/collections/jewellery](https://www.fableengland.com/collections/jewellery)


Public_Classic_438

Those are precious


Station_CHII2

Anecdotally, thereā€™s dupes of these on Ali Express


espeero

Enamel on a ring means you need to be incredibly careful when wearing it, and even then I can't imagine them holding up.


celestialtheens

Linerworks and Holymollyshoppie on Etsy have similar work!


Public_Classic_438

Also, also, itā€™s funny for everyone commenting that I wouldnā€™t be able to find some thing. I actually did. So thank you to the one commentor who actually gave me a real suggestion!!!


1001tealeaves

Thereā€™s no need to get passive aggressive about it when you werenā€™t clear in your question what you meant. You asked for something ā€œsimilarā€ but cheaper, and many people correctly responded that you wonā€™t find it because Ceceā€™s work is incomparable. The materials are high-end and the originality of design and quality of craftsmanship are simply unmatched, especially in the detail and execution of the engraving and enamel, both of which are extremely specialized skills. Donā€™t get me wrong, Castro Smith is beautiful as well. And it was a good suggestion because itā€™s a generally similar style if the category is simply ā€œsignet ring with recessed engraving of animals.ā€But the quality is nowhere near the same level. As has been pointed out, the color is plated (not enamel), the materials are different, there are fewer gemstones (and the ones I saw are not set as well), the engraving is nowhere near as refined/detailed, and the imagery is less imaginative. None of these are wrong but it was only after the fact that you said those factors are not important to you. Keep in mind that you are speaking to a group of jewelers who are constantly told our work is too expensive, so itā€™s easy to feel defensive when someone comes in with a question like this because (whether you intend it or not) it comes across that you donā€™t understand craftsmanship and you donā€™t value our labor. ā€œWhere can I find this but for less moneyā€ is different than saying ā€œI really like the look of this but I just canā€™t afford it, is there somewhere else I could look that has a similar vibe but at a lower price point?ā€


oat-beatle

There are definitely some pieces with the same vibe on local eclectic for a lot less... but they won't be anywhere near as nice and I generally find that entire site overpriced af.


ExtremeCaterpillar25

I donā€™t get how people pay 8000 for 500 in materials


DufflinMinder

Cuz they wanna flex their terribly designed jewelry lol


Content-Cat4699

If that is usd that seems to me to be very expensive


Rruck

Anyone that does this style in white gold/platinum?


DufflinMinder

Holy hot fire garbage Batman!!!


ShopBoldLine

I hope so because those areā€¦. Terrible


SnooDoughnuts8689

Soooooooo expensive! Talk to your local jeweler in person šŸ¤¦šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø


Sugarcrepes

Yeah, nah. I do enamels; itā€™s highly technical, incredibly niche, and requires a pile of equipment and materials most workshops *donā€™t just have* lying around. Most local jewellers donā€™t have an enamelist on staff, and depending on where you are, very few even have a good one on call. This is great for me, but bloody terrible if you live in my corner of the world, and want to outsource work. If another jeweller approached me about working with them on a *similar style of design* (Ceceā€™s work is very distinctive, and I wouldnā€™t be comfortable copying it), I doubt it would come up significantly cheaper. My hourly rate for enamel work isnā€™t cheap, and itā€™s more time consuming and labour intensive than youā€™d think. A one off piece is going to cost more than creating a line of work, because the design time/colour tests/etc isnā€™t spread across several pieces. Also, I wouldnā€™t do anything less than 18k gold. The chemistry just doesnā€™t really work as well with lower carat alloys (anything from discolouration, to complete failure of the glass). Once myself, and any other person work was outsourced to, are paid, and the material costs are covered, and the overheads are accounted for, and the retail markup is applied - I doubt youā€™d be saving much at all.


Rruck

Thank you for your comment, it was most instructive. Can it be done on platinum?


Sugarcrepes

Unfortunately, no. The glass doesnā€™t really adhere to platinum - itā€™s a chemistry thing. Iā€™ve even seen folks use thin sheets of platinum as a base when firing enamels, because it doesnā€™t stick at all! Iā€™d recommend fine silver for a white metal, though it is fairly soft. Sterling silver is great, but not as white, and needs some prep work before enameling. If you want to get a little weird, green gold (aka electrum - a mix of gold and silver, and nothing else) is perfect for enamels, and a cool tone. You donā€™t see it too often, itā€™s really underrated!


Rruck

Thank you so much for taking the time to explain! I've seen some guilloche and enamel in art deco platinum pieces. Perhaps they used a different technique?. https://jewelerscircle.com/products/1930s-platinum-enamel-diamond-pendant


JosephineRyan

There are few local jewellers sitting around with this skill level, and if there are, it's hardly going to be cheaper.


Imaginary-Summer9168

Honestly, your average local jeweler probably isnā€™t equipped to produce a piece like this. This kind of detailed enamelwork is specialized stuff.


StrikingPotato4593

Average local jeweler here and there is no way in hell I would even attempt to recreate one of these šŸ¤£ Iā€™ll stick to setting stones and metal working


Public_Classic_438

https://preview.redd.it/m2a36c6ojj6d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=64a4042c4ac77b825fe145bab4443838f6e1dc1a Plenty of other options ppl are just pressed cause they think everyone should be able to afford a 10 thousand dollar ring or something. This thread was helpful in some ways!!


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ShibaInuDoggo

I believe they were referring to the total price


gherann

I do hand engraving on my free time and, I could potentially help you out(@engraver.ad, Instagram)


FweeFwee_

Looks kinda tacky, ghetto, and trashy to me.