I’m certain that my fascination with Markle’s gorgeous engagement ring is shared by people around the world, and in fact, I have some proof to back this up – online jewelry retailr Jewlr, based out of Toronto, Canada (where Markle currently resides), introduced a replica of the gorgeous ring only hours after the announcement of the royal engagement hit the wire. The company, which is the country’s leading online destination for personalized jewelry, reported that The Duchess ring is, not surprisingly, extremely popular, and very quickly became the brand’s top-selling engagement ring style, outselling others by 15%. In addition, searches on the Jewlr website for three-stone rings are also up a whopping 220% in just one night.
By now you’re likely wondering where 3D printing fits into all of this, though you may also be able to guess where I’m going. Jewlr, founded in 2009, uses advanced 3D modeling and 3D printing techniques, combined with traditional jewelry manufacturing methods like casting, to produce its rings, which lets them jump on the ball and recreate the hottest trends fast…and what trend is hotter right now than a royal wedding?
“Within minutes of Harry and Meghan’s photocall going live, we experienced a huge influx of searches for three-stone rings. Due to our production methods, we can turn designs around extremely quickly, and once online, products can be created and shipped to customers within days. It’s great to be able to meet customers’ demands for celebrity styles so easily,” said Jewlr founder Tony Davis. “We already know that Meghan is one of the most influential celebrities for driving our sales in the UK, but it’s interesting to see the same effect with a traditional engagement ring. Interestingly, we had an equal amount of female customers as male, which could mean a new trend for women buying engagement styles as a fashion accessory.”
Whether you’re interested in rings, bracelets, or necklaces, made from materials ranging from LEGOs to platinum, 3D printed jewelry offers a unique level of customization.
Jewlr offers its customers an easy way to purchase custom, personalized jewelry – the company offers thousands of designs for rings, charms, pendants, and earrings, and multiple metals and jewels to choose from. You can also engrave your jewelry in one of four fonts. Once you have finalized your choices, Jewlr 3D prints your jewelry, then casts the metal, sets the stones, and laser engraves your personal message.
You can purchase your own Duchess replica ring, starting at just $99, on the Jewlr website – it comes with a one-year warranty and free resizing for up to two sizes.
The description reads, “Inspired by the royal engagement, the Duchess ring is a stunning token of fairy-tale romance. One beautiful 7×7 mm (2 ct) cushion cut gemstone sparkles at the centre, surrounded by two 3 mm round cut accent stones. Available in gorgeous cubic zirconia or luxurious morganite, and customizable with engravings, give a special someone the royal treatment with this beautiful piece.”
The ring is available in multiple precious metals, and is obviously meant to be worn as engagement ring, though it can also be worn as a royal fashion statement. It is also perhaps a more subtle way to celebrate royalty with 3D printing than, say, a lollipop of the Queen’s face.
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