A piece made for you, by hand
Every commission with Gabriele Gucci, classic or Mokume-gane, begins with a conversation. We listen first, then we make.
Two practices, one atelier
Gabriele Paolo Jewellery is a full bespoke fine jewellery practice. Gabriele works in classic fine jewellery for every kind of occasion, with Mokume-gane as the signature speciality the studio is known for. Both sit side by side.
Designed and made for you
Engagement rings, wedding bands, eternity rings, pendants and earrings in 18ct gold, platinum and palladium. We also remodel heirloom pieces into something new, and carry out careful repairs and resizing.
- Engagement & wedding rings
- Eternity rings and signet rings
- Pendants, necklaces and earrings
- Heirloom remodelling
- Repairs and resizing
Layered metal, one of a kind
A centuries-old Japanese technique in which sheets of precious metal are fused into a single billet, then carved and worked to reveal the extraordinary grain within. Practised by only a handful of jewellers worldwide.
- Mokume Gane engagement rings
- Mokume Gane wedding and eternity rings
- Mokume pendants and earrings
- Bespoke billet composition
- Unrepeatable grain patterns
From first word to finished piece
The same considered process applies to every commission, classic or Mokume-gane. Mokume adds the billet-composition stage; the rest of the journey, from consultation to hallmarking, is shared.
The consultation
Everything begins with a conversation. We meet - in person at our Birmingham atelier, or privately by video - to understand your vision, the occasion, and the story you want the piece to carry. There is no brief too open, no idea too ambitious.
We'll discuss metals, patterns, gemstones, and the way you want to wear the piece. We listen far more than we talk at this stage.
Design & materials
Following the consultation, we present a design proposal: sketches or CAD for classic bespoke pieces, the metal combination and pattern direction for Mokume-gane commissions, and any gemstone selections. We work in close dialogue with you throughout this stage, refining until the design is exactly right.
Once confirmed, materials are gathered and prepared. For Mokume commissions this is where the billet is composed, each sheet of metal chosen and sequenced by hand, ready for fusion.
The making
This is where the piece is born. For classic commissions, metal is forged or cast and finished by hand, and stones are set using traditional techniques. For Mokume-gane, the billet is fused under heat and pressure, then worked, rolled, carved and shaped, until the grain pattern reveals itself.
At key milestones we share progress with you, photographs of the piece taking form. You are part of the making.
Hallmarking & finishing
Every Gabriele Paolo Jewellery piece is submitted to the Birmingham Assay Office for hallmarking - the official certification of the precious metal content. The piece is then finished, polished, and subjected to a final quality review before it leaves the atelier.
Delivery
Your piece arrives presented in a Gabriele Paolo keepsake box, accompanied by any documentation. It is fully insured in transit and delivered to a UK address of your choosing.
This is not just a delivery. It is the moment your piece comes home.
Honest, considered pricing
Our approach
Every commission is priced individually, the investment reflects the metals chosen, the complexity of the design, the gemstones selected, and the time the piece requires. We discuss investment openly and honestly during the consultation, with no surprises at any stage.
Classic bespoke
Engagement rings, eternity rings, pendants and earrings are priced individually depending on metal, design and stones. Heirloom remodelling, repairs and resizing are quoted after assessment.
Mokume-gane
Designs are priced individually depending on metal combinations, design and stones. We work across a wide range of budgets and will always be candid about what is achievable within yours.
Payment
A deposit of 50% confirms your commission and covers materials. The remaining balance is due when your piece is complete and approved, before delivery. We accept bank transfer and all major credit cards.
"From our first conversation to the moment your piece arrives - expect six to twelve weeks, depending on the piece."
This allows proper time for design dialogue, careful billet construction, and the Mokume-gane process itself - which cannot be rushed without compromising the result.
Everything you need to know
If your question isn't answered here, please don't hesitate to get in touch.