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Many of our designs are created using an art of cutting stones called Inlay. Inlay is a process where a stone is cut & shaped to fit perfectly within area called a channel. After the stone is carefully fit, an extremely powerful epoxy is applied to secure it. When the epoxy cures, the stone is sanded down to the desired height & polished. Different colors and shapes are possible. I'm proud to say I was one of the pioneers in this process dating back some 40 years ago. Other talented artists such as Jerry Spaulding, John Bagley, Raoul Sosa and others were also hard at work developing this technique. Inlay takes incredible patience. The work must be meticulous and the lines perfectly straight. My 25 year old son Isaiah is my apprentice and working diligently on learning this technique. I'm proud to say he has the gift. Since jewelry schools don't teach inlay, keeping the art alive is a bit of a challenge. As this website progresses it will include a brief video showing the process in motion. As you browse through our designs, please keep in mind that if you see a ring design you like but would prefer a different stone, that's not a problem. You can order any design in any stone or combination. I would like to extend my deepest gratitude, love and support to my dear friend Karina Cross. Her dedication and assitance in teaching my son Isaiah stone cutting was invaluable. She's the best.
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Halem & Co.
Michael R. Halem
Dino Bone
& Black Onyx
STERLING SILVER
AND 14k GOLD
COLLECTION
Sterling Silver
Amethyst
Sterling
Silver
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Sterling
Silver
Lapis &
& Black Onyx
Black Onyx and Hematite
***One of a kind
Lapis & Black Onyx
Many of my designs are available in Sterling Silver. Feel free to enquire about ordering a design in Silver or 14k White Gold. Any ring picture which includes diamonds can be ordered without. The diamond area can be filled in with gold or a different inlaid stone of your choice
Sleeping Beauty Turqoise
& Black Onyx
Black Onyx, Diamond
& Cultured Opal
Design # 67 14K.
Black Onyx & Diamond
Black Onyx & Dino Bone
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Gold Bearing Quartz
Lapis
Cultured Black Opal
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise
and Diamond
Sterling
Silver
Design # 297
1/4 Carat Diamond
Onyx & Turquoise
Design # 47-3
Diamond
Design # 67 14K.
Lapis & Diamond
Sterling
Silver
1/4 Carat Diamond
Sterling Silver
Design # 62
14K.
Design # 62
14K.
Design # 62
14K.
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14 k. White.
Gold Quartz
& Diamond
Custom
Pendant
While only referred to as "Men's Inlay Designs" its important to bear in mind that all Halem Inlay designs are unisex in design and nature. Many women prefer larger ring designs and likewise, many men prefer smaller designs. I use the term only as a way to help identify lay-out and pages for the site. 30% of my "men's designs" are purchased by women for women. 40% of my "ladies" designs are purchased by men and often wore as a pinky ring. It's simply a personal choice which depends on design preference, style, size and comfort.
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