Tinsley James

Tinsley James Creating tomorrow's heirlooms

One of these days I'll get Mercury minting works up and running, but here is the start. Thanks to the wizard for the bri...
18/07/2025

One of these days I'll get Mercury minting works up and running, but here is the start.
Thanks to the wizard for the brilliant photo

This one is for all the jewellers and CAD designers out there. I often get asked "how thick should the claws be?" The ho...
30/06/2025

This one is for all the jewellers and CAD designers out there.
I often get asked "how thick should the claws be?" The honest answer is "I don't know offhand" what looks good. However, what looks good is from 20 years of experience when I'm making my own pieces. Here is a helpful guide - stone size proportional to claw thickness.
I wish I could give credit to the original author. However, all I have is a copy of the book which was printed in 1977. My old boss was kind enough to lend me the book and was kind enough to get it photocopied so that we can preserve this knowledge.
this is another good one for you.
Let me know if this helps and if I should share more info like this.

Well why ... because I can. First, we made Jack a sliver dog tag, but that didn't last long. Now he has a custom laser c...
23/09/2024

Well why ... because I can. First, we made Jack a sliver dog tag, but that didn't last long. Now he has a custom laser cut hand engraved titanium dog tag. This baby should last him the rest of his life. A Wizzard made some magic.
Unfortunately they aren't available. Some things we are only stupid enough to try it once.

Collaborating with is just so easy. Being a couple, Our styles just compliment one another so well and the end result i...
18/04/2023

Collaborating with is just so easy. Being a couple, Our styles just compliment one another so well and the end result is these "His and Hers" wedding bands.
His Band has an inside engraving that mirrors hers, which holds some extra sparkle in the form of tiny diamonds hidden amongst the leaves.

The beautiful photo was taken by . Loving how shows off how beautifully these rings compliment one another. Congratulations may the two of you have many happy years together. ❤️

Family crests dont always have to go on signet rings ! I can finally share this one with you all. It was birthday (we s...
09/02/2023

Family crests dont always have to go on signet rings !

I can finally share this one with you all. It was birthday (we share a birthday) and I wanted to break my recess from benchwork to make her something she could cherish for years.

Having lost every heirloom from her mother's side of the family, we discovered a wax seal that was hiding away in a forgotten draw. I found out from her mother that it belonged to her grand father. And so I decided to give her something that she could hold close to her heart to remind her of her family.

Black diamonds are on what we call the "Bale" which is what the chain threads on to.

Dm me to have your family crest made into a special piece of jewellery

For Sale! This one-of-a-kind hand engraved Nature inspired band has leaves that go all the way around the band. In-betwe...
26/10/2022

For Sale! This one-of-a-kind hand engraved Nature inspired band has leaves that go all the way around the band. In-between these leaves are tiny diamonds to add in a bit of sparkle! Size: L Price: R9 500 With the end of the year fast approaching us this ring makes the perfect year end gift! I doubt anyone could say no to this. If you are looking to have something a little more personal made, please don't hesitate to get hold of me! Our custom orders close for this year on the 15th of November, just so that we can get everything done in time for Christmas. DM me to purchase.

As always stunning manufacturing by . One of the few clients I have left that actually makes jewellery completely by ha...
24/08/2022

As always stunning manufacturing by . One of the few clients I have left that actually makes jewellery completely by hand

Custom Art Deco Engagment Ring:The rich color of the emerald is renowned as a color of spring and has long been a symbol...
24/08/2022

Custom Art Deco Engagment Ring:

The rich color of the emerald is renowned as a color of spring and has long been a symbol of romance, hope and rebirth. As the precious gem associated with the goddess Venus, purveyor of love and hope. It is said to promote friendship, peace, harmony, and domestic bliss by enabling the wearer to both give and receive unconditional love.

This 9ct yellow gold ring has had Michaela drooling over it for the last couple of months and I finally get to share it with you all!
Black and white diamonds, emeralds and a big moisannite center there's just so many beautiful contrasts happening in this ring.
And I have worked long and hard on this beaut and the bride to be absolutely loves it!

Contact us to get your own custom piece made!

Pinched the post from Really enjoyed engraving this piece. "I found Rome a city of bricks and left it a city of marble....
24/08/2022

Pinched the post from
Really enjoyed engraving this piece.

"I found Rome a city of bricks and left it a city of marble." - Augustus

SPQR- SENATUS POPULUSQUE ROMANUS. Which translates as "The people and senate of Rome"

This custom signet ring was made for my brother who is quite obsessed over Marcus Aurelius and his teachings. I always find that a signet ring is always a nice reminder of a memory or person. It's always in view throughout your day. So why not make it unique 😉

I have yet to make myself one as I have expensive taste and would want mine covered in diamonds and dripping in gold.

What would you have as your personalized signet ring?

Hand engraved by my wonderful human

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