8mm Black Tungsten Carbide Gold Flake Ring

The piece

The band is tungsten carbide with a black electroplated finish. Tungsten carbide is one of the hardest materials used in jewelry, so the surface holds up to daily contact better than softer metals. At 8mm wide, it has real presence and noticeable weight.

The outer surface is cut into small hammered facets that catch light from different angles. Down the center sits an inlay of gold-tone flakes and clear crystalline pieces, bordered by two fine gold-tone bands. The inside of the ring is smooth and polished so it slides on easily.

How to wear it

Wear it on the ring or middle finger with a black or grey watch and keep the rest of the hand clean, so the gold inlay stays the focal point. It works with a white tee and denim on the weekend and with a dark suit and open collar in the evening. If you stack, keep the second ring plain and black.

Choosing your size

Sizes run from US 7 to 13, including half sizes from 7.5 up to 12.5. This is an 8mm wide band, and wide rings feel tighter than narrow ones, so if you are between sizes or already wear a slim band, go up half a size. Measure at the end of the day when fingers are at their largest.

Why this piece

• 01
  Built for daily wearTungsten carbide is extremely hard and resists scratching, so the band keeps its shape and surface through everyday use.
• 02
  Detail that reads as customGold-tone flakes and clear crystalline pieces sit in the center channel, so the pattern looks different on every ring and from every angle.
• 03
  Black and gold, done quietlyThe black finish keeps it understated while the thin gold-tone lines add just enough contrast for a suit or a plain tee.

Specifications

Questions

Can it be resized later?

Tungsten carbide rings cannot be resized, so choosing the right size up front matters. Measure your finger at the end of the day and size up half a size if you are between sizes.

How do I take care of it?

Wipe it with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, then dry it fully. Take it off for heavy lifting, gym work and harsh chemicals to protect the plated finish and the inlay.

Does it work as a gift?

Yes. Black and gold suits most wardrobes, and if you know his usual ring size you only need to allow for the 8mm width by going up half a size.