Toi et Moi Ring 4 - Sapphire & Emerald - Boutee
Toi et Moi Ring 4 - Sapphire & Emerald - Boutee

Iain Sainsbury Designs

Toi et Moi Ring 4 - Sapphire & Emerald

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Toi et Moi Ring 4 - Sapphire & Emerald by Independent Jeweller Iain Sainsbury of Iain Sainsbury Designs

Celebrate individuality with the Toi et Moi Ring 4, a breathtaking creation by independent jeweller Iain Sainsbury of Iain Sainsbury Designs, based in South Cambridgeshire. This unique sandcast 9ct gold ring features two striking gemstones set in hand-forged settings, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece.

Key Features:

  • Material. Crafted in 9ct gold, sandcast using sand from Kennack Sands, Cornwall, for a distinct and personal touch.
  • Gemstones. Set with a Sri Lankan lemon yellow baguette sapphire and a stunning Brazilian emerald, offering a captivating combination of vibrant colours.
  • Design. The Toi et Moi style symbolises partnership and connection, with the two gemstones elegantly positioned to complement each other.
  • Size. Available in size M1/2, ensuring a comfortable and perfect fit.

The ring’s design combines natural inspiration with artisanal craftsmanship, reflecting the beauty of Cornwall’s landscape through its sandcast texture and unique gemstone pairing.

For custom sizing or to explore personalised design options, use the contact button to discuss creating a custom piece tailored to your vision. Iain Sainsbury Designs is dedicated to creating jewellery that blends craftsmanship with individuality.

Iain Sainsbury Designs

Iain is an artisan fine jeweller creating unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. After a 20-year career in pharmaceuticals, ended by burnout, he began to make jewellery in 2020. Initially self taught, but now having diplomas in Fine and Advanced Jewellery, Iain's work reimagines iconic designs using sandcasting to create texture and gemstones to add colour. All pieces are made with recycled precious metals or SMO gold and all gemstones are ethically sourced.

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Iain Sainsbury

Creating jewellery is my third career. During my PhD research I was commissioned into the Army Reserve and joined communications side of the Army, eventually commanding a Squadron before retiring in 2010.

Concurrently and after finishing my PhD in cell biology, I spent over 20 years in the global pharmaceutical industry. After burnout curtailed my career in 2018, I had a real desire to do something that had significantly less impact on the environment and more focus on creating something long-lasting.

My journey began by restoring vintage razors before moving into making jewellery with upcycled copper and wood. By 2020 I had taught myself to create more ambitious pieces. Since then, I have completed both the Fine and Advanced Jewellery Diplomas from the Jewellers Academy and have exhibited at Goldsmiths North. I live and work from my studio in rural South Cambridgeshire with my family and our two otterhounds, Tara and Willow

Ariel view of a rainforest

Boutee's Green Mission

The jewellery industry needs to do more to reduce its carbon footprint. That’s why we offset 120x more carbon than we produce, plant a tree for every purchase, and promote jewellers that are leading by example.