At first glance, the ring appears delicate as an eggshell, a sliver of gold peeking through. But a closer look (and a lapse in time) reveals that the rings are created out of a special millefeuille polymer, wearing over the days, months and years to reveal more gold beneath.
The design is fascinating, and the concept behind it even more so.
"The idea for the Oroko rings came while looking at existing pieces of jewelry that were passed on through generations," Yochai explained. "In many cases, a piece of jewelry that was given to us has a long history and a story to tell, but the very thing that makes it precious – its materials – are chosen for their durability and often don't reveal the long path it has [taken]."
So Yochai decided to flip this idea on its head, creating a ring that shows the passage of time effectively and beautifully, celebrating what it means to hand down an item.
"The Oroko rings age and, with time, expose their hidden treasure," Yochai said. "It will age and wear like its bearer, revealing something of its owner's life and habits."
