I made this ring for myself from 22 gauge (0.8 mm) copper wire—just 23 cm of it, wrapped around a small 4 mm black obsidian stone. It started as a simple piece of wire, but after shaping, polishing, and a bit of patience, it turned into something I really love.
To deepen the character, I patinated it with ammonia fumes, bringing out a darker, aged look. Then, another polish and a coat of Renaissance wax to protect the finish. Now, the warm, earthy copper contrasts beautifully against my skin, and the black obsidian catches the light just enough to feel alive.
It’s a small thing, but there’s something special about wearing something made by hand—especially my own.
(Adding some photos to share the details!)
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