07/05/2026
Here's another special one:
Smiley face in the style of a sovereign mount, cast in 9ct gold, with a bunch of personal features.
This was commissioned by a group of friends as a birthday gift for one of their crew.
The rim is shaped like a wheelchair wheel, in memory of a good friend who was always involved in past birthday celebrations. It also signifies the ongoing journey of life and the overcoming of challenges.
The fish on top are 'poissons d'avril', which are chocolate fish that are part of an April fool's tradition in France. The birthday was on 1st April.
The smiley in the centre, along with the dedication on the back, is because the birthday boy has a smile that's infectious to all those around him.
My favourite thing about doing commissions is weaving together a load of details to make a highly personal piece like this.
Noise me up if you're after something special, I have some space coming up in the next couple of months.