How to Order a Custom Family Crest Ring Online: A Step-by-Step Guide<
| Step | What You’ll Do | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Verify your family crest | Ensures historical accuracy |
| 2 | Choose your ring style | Determines appearance and function |
| 3 | Select the ring shape | Matches your preferred aesthetic |
| 4 | Pick your metal | Balances durability and budget |
| 5 | Personalize your ring | Creates a one-of-a-kind heirloom |
| 6 | Confirm your ring size | Ensures a comfortable fit |
| 7 | Review before ordering | Prevents costly mistakes |
Step 1: Verify Your Family Crest
The first step is identifying the correct coat of arms for your family.
Many people assume every surname has a single official family crest. In reality, heraldry does not work that way. Multiple coats of arms may exist for the same last name because arms were historically granted to individuals or specific family branches, not to everyone who shares a surname.
- Research your family history
- Compare available heraldic designs
- Confirm the correct coat of arms whenever possible
- Gather family documents or genealogy information
Step 2: Choose Your Engraving Style
Dunham Jewelry offers three traditional engraving styles, each with a distinct purpose.
Raised Traditional
The artwork is sculpted above the surface of the ring. This is best for maximum detail, bold appearance, everyday wear, and showcase jewelry.
New Traditional
The family crest is engraved into the ring face in its normal orientation. This is ideal for a modern engraved appearance with easy-to-read artwork.
Old Traditional
The crest is engraved in reverse. This historic engraving style allows the ring to create a properly oriented wax seal when pressed into sealing wax.
Step 3: Select Your Ring Shape
Two primary face styles are commonly available for custom family crest rings.
Oval
Oval rings offer a timeless appearance, elegant proportions, and classic signet styling.
Antique
Antique-style rings feature a more traditional appearance with rounded corners and a larger presentation area.
Step 4: Select Your Metal
Your metal choice affects appearance, durability, maintenance, and long-term value.
- Palisil
- Sterling Silver
- Questra
- 10K Gold
- 14K Gold
- 18K Gold
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver is ideal for classic appearance, everyday wear, and excellent value.
10K Gold
10K Gold offers outstanding durability, lower maintenance, and long-term heirloom potential.
14K Gold
14K Gold is often considered the best balance of rich color, strength, luxury, and daily wearability.
18K Gold
18K Gold is chosen by buyers wanting maximum gold content, premium appearance, and luxury heirloom jewelry.
Step 5: Customize Your Ring
One advantage of ordering directly from the manufacturer is the ability to personalize nearly every detail.
- Family crest
- Coat of arms
- Family motto
- Initials
- Inside engraving
- Dates
- Finish options
- Ring size
- Metal selection
Step 6: Measure Your Ring Size Carefully
Sizing is especially important because custom jewelry is made specifically for you.
- Visit a local jeweler for professional sizing.
- Measure your finger later in the day when it is at its normal size.
- Avoid measuring immediately after exercise or exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Double-check your size before submitting your order.
Step 7: Review Every Detail Before Ordering
Before completing your purchase, verify the family crest, ring style, ring shape, metal, finger size, engraving, personalization, and shipping information.
Why Order Directly from the Manufacturer?
Buying directly from the manufacturer provides several advantages over purchasing through a reseller.
- Factory-direct pricing
- Greater customization
- Direct communication with jewelry specialists
- Handcrafted manufacturing
- Better quality control
- Lifetime warranty on qualifying products
- Made in the USA craftsmanship
What Makes a Family Crest Ring Special?
Unlike ordinary jewelry, a custom heraldic ring represents generations of family history.
- Family heritage
- Genealogy research
- Weddings
- Graduations
- Retirements
- Military service
- Father’s Day
- Anniversaries
- Family reunions
Family Crest Ring Ordering Checklist
- Verify your family crest
- Select Raised, New, or Old Traditional engraving
- Choose Oval or Antique styling
- Pick the best metal for your budget
- Add personalization
- Confirm your ring size
- Review your order details
- Order directly from an experienced manufacturer
FAQs
Can I order a family crest ring if I only know my last name?
Yes, but it is recommended to research your family history first. Many surnames have multiple legitimate coats of arms associated with different family branches.
What is the difference between Old Traditional and New Traditional?
Old Traditional features a mirrored engraving designed to create a correctly oriented wax seal. New Traditional displays the artwork in its normal orientation on the ring.
Which metal is best?
Sterling Silver offers classic style and value, while 10K, 14K, and 18K gold provide increasing levels of luxury, durability, and heirloom quality.
Can I personalize my ring?
Yes. Custom family crest rings can include initials, dates, family mottos, inside engravings, and other personalized details.
Why buy directly from Dunham Jewelry?
Ordering factory-direct provides access to handcrafted manufacturing, customization options, premium materials, and direct communication throughout the design process.
