I get asked this question many times, so here is my response. Patina is basically a film that develops on the surface of metal over a certain period of time. Due to exposure to open air (and the natural process of oxidation), an aged metal like copper and silver tends to develop a “patina”. A natural patina can take from days to even years to occur but a jeweler can speed up the process by making (or buying) an “artificial” patina. One of the most commonly used patinas on the market for jewelry-making is the liver of sulfur.
This one of a kind and organic-looking silver ring from the “Costellazione” limited-edition collection has been created by the designer using two different kind of hand-made patinas. The final result is totally unique!
This “double-finger”, handcrafted ring makes a statement with its unique patina finish