HerbertandWilks Jewellery
Laurel Leaf Band – Textured Silver Botanical Ring
Laurel Leaf Band – Textured Silver Botanical Ring
This ring is made-to-order in your selected size and finish.
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Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping: Free tracked shipping is included on all orders within Aotearoa New Zealand. Ready-made pieces are usually dispatched within 1–3 business days; made-to-order pieces will be sent within the timeframe discussed when the order is received. [Read more about Shipping
& Delivery →]
Returns: Ready-made, unworn pieces can be exchanged or returned for store credit within one month of purchase for NZ orders, or two months for international orders. Made-to-order, customised, sale and resized pieces cannot be returned or exchanged. [Read more about Returns & Exchanges →]
Handmade in Mt Eden
Handmade in Mt Eden
Every piece of HerbertandWilks jewellery is hand-sculpted, cast, and finished by Sally in her Mt Eden studio. By choosing handmade, you are supporting local craftsmanship and receiving a piece that carries the subtle, unique marks of the maker's hand—ensuring no two pieces are ever exactly the same.
Jewellery Care Guide
Jewellery Care Guide
Sterling Silver: Gently polish with a soft jewellery cloth to maintain shine. Silver Care Guide →
Solid Gold (9ct, 14ct, 18ct): Solid gold will not tarnish or peel, but it can gather oils and dust. Soak in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap, then gently scrub with a soft toothbrush to restore its brilliance.
18ct Gold Plate: Avoid water, perfumes, and lotions to preserve the gold layer. Gold Plate Care Guide →
Bronze: Over time, bronze develops a unique vintage patina. Polish to restore brightness or leave to age naturally. Bronze Care Guide →
Gemstones: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners.
For more detailed tips, visit our Full Care & Sizing FAQ.
A sculptural sterling silver band with laurel leaves built up by hand in wax before casting. Inspired by ancient Greek laurel crowns, this unisex ring carries texture, symbolism and quiet strength — suited to weddings, milestones or everyday wear. Made to order in Auckland, with optional engraving inside the band.
Key Details
- Material: Solid sterling silver (.925)
- Process: Hand-textured wax build-up; individually applied overlapping leaves; lost-wax cast
- Finish: Organic, three-dimensional surface with visible marks of making
- Styling: Unisex — suitable for all genders
- Customisation: Engravable inside band (add engraving here)
- Edition: Made to order — each piece is unique
- Made in Auckland, New Zealand
Sizing
Download our Ring Size Guide (PDF) to find your size at home. Get in touch if you need help finding the right fit.
Style & Inspiration
The Laurel Leaf Band draws from the ancient Greek tradition of the laurel crown — worn to honour achievement, victory, and new beginnings. It's a ring for moments that matter: a wedding, a personal milestone, a quiet act of self-recognition.
Each band is built by hand in wax: Sally first textures the base band, then individually applies overlapping laurel leaves, building up the surface layer by layer. Lost-wax casting captures every gesture — the leaves wrap the band with a dimensional, architectural quality that no flat-stamped or machine-made ring can replicate.
The result sits somewhere between jewellery and sculpture. Substantial enough to feel significant, refined enough for daily wear.
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Complete your ring
Engraving Add-On | Personalised Inside Engraving
Add personalized engraving to make this ring truly yours
$125.00