Cocobolo with Powdered Lapis Lazuli

It still amazes me how often this happens. I can have a specific Design idea, but the wood/ring wants to be something different.

This ring started out to be for a customer that wanted a dark wood with Amber Inlay. I got the ring sized, and was ready to start placing the stone. After placing the first couple pieces of stone, I realized that they looked clear. The Amber was so transparent, and the wood underneath was so dark, that you could not see any of the beautiful honey color. I stopped instantly and contacted the customer. We ended up deciding on going with Cherry for a base with the Amber.

So now what to do with this nice Cocobolo Base.

Materials - Cocobolo Wood

Cocobolo
Dark Wood
Color: Dark Brown
Strength: Strong and Durable.  Tends to chip around edges due to grain pattern.
Notes:  Natural oils will shine wood over time.

Examples:




Cocobolo w/ Orange Calcite Inlay

 

Cherry w/ Cocobolo Inserts



Cocobolo Wood w/ Powdered Lapis Lazuli Inlay