About

Tomas Miskovic

Founder of Unexpected Jewelry

Unexpected Jewelry is all about breaking the rules of “ordinary” jewelry and of the expected. Each piece is an experiment in pushing the boundaries of the craft and attempting to re-invent what jewelry can be. I take particular care to design each piece to be wearable, as I believe that my jewelry belongs out in the real world, adorning the hands of those who decide to wear my unique pieces.

I design and personally produce each ring in my atelier in Vienna. Each piece is one-of-a-kind. There will never be another ring like the one on your finger.

Tomas Miskovic

Founder of Unexpected Jewelry

Unexpected Jewelry is all about breaking the rules of “ordinary” jewelry and of the expected. Each piece is an experiment in pushing the boundaries of the craft and attempting to re-invent what jewelry can be. I take particular care to design each piece to be wearable, as I believe that my jewelry belongs out in the real world, adorning the hands of those who decide to wear my unique pieces.

I design and personally produce each ring in my atelier in Vienna. Each piece is one-of-a-kind. There will never be another ring like the one you have on your finger.

Tomas Miskovic

Founder of Unexpected Jewelry

Tomas Miskovic, Founder of Unexpected Jewelry

Unexpected Jewelry is all about breaking the rules of “ordinary” jewelry and of the expected. Each piece is an experiment in pushing the boundaries of the craft and attempting to re-invent what jewelry can be. I take particular care to design each piece to be wearable, as I believe that my jewelry belongs out in the real world, adorning the hands of those who decide to wear my unique pieces.

I design and personally produce each ring in my atelier in Vienna. Each piece is one-of-a-kind. There will never be another ring like the one you have on your finger.

Inspiration

Sources of creativity and ideas

Architectural designs

Geometric shapes

Abstract visions of nature

Inspiration

Sources of creativity and ideas

Architectural designs

Geometric shapes

Abstract visions of nature

“Rings are the cornerstone of my work. They are the ultimate test of a jeweler’s skill, a craft I have been perfecting for over 20 years.”

“Rings are the cornerstone of my work. They are the ultimate test of a jeweler’s skill, a craft I have been perfecting for over 20 years.”

Process

How a new ring comes to life

Process

How a new ring comes to life

Since each ring is unique, the process to create a ring is always customized.  I use traditional goldsmithing methods that involve annealing and mechanically forming the materials. Thus, the rings take shape directly from the metal, they are not casted.

1. Design

I begin the process of creating a new ring by drawing a sketch on paper. I also select or source the stones and material I want to use for the ring.

2. Cutting

Once I know what the ring will look like, it is time to prepare the material. I use wires and plates of silver/gold, but I also like to recycle scraps. To get the right size, I roll the plates and wires and, finally, I saw them to the right dimension.

3. Forming

Next comes annealing to make the material softer and more malleable. Then, I can easily turn it into the desired shape, using  jewelry hammers, punchers, an anvil, pliers and other tools.

1. Design

I begin the process of creating a new ring by drawing a sketch on paper. I also select or source the stones and material I want to use for the ring.

2. Cutting

Once I know what the ring will look like, it is time to prepare the material. I use wires and plates of silver/gold, but I also like to recycle scraps. To get the right size, I roll the plates and wires and, finally, I saw them to the right dimension.

3. Forming

Next comes annealing to make the material softer and more malleable. Then, I can easily turn it into the desired shape, using  jewelry hammers, punchers, an anvil, pliers and other tools.

4. Soldering

Once I have all the pieces in the right shapes, it’s time to light up the torch and solder them together.

5. Stone Setting

Before I can set the stone, it is important to prepare the bezel. Anything other than perfect can lead to damage or loss of stone. I create custom settings to best reveal the beauty of the stone.

6. Polishing

The ring is almost done. Polishing will complete the look of the ring. I like to use a variety of finishes, from a mirrored surface to matte or patinated. Now the ring is ready for primetime!

6. Polishing

The ring is almost done. Polishing will complete the look of the ring. I like to use a variety of finishes, from a mirrored surface to matte or patinated. Now the ring is ready for primetime!

5. Stone Setting

Before I can set the stone, it is important to prepare the bezel. Anything other than perfect can lead to damage or loss of stone. I create custom settings to best reveal the beauty of the stone.

4. Soldering

Once I have all the pieces in the right shapes, it’s time to light up the torch and solder them together.

“Jewelry as small sculptures you can wear on your finger”

“Jewelry as small sculptures you can wear on your finger”

Awards

Prizes, Exhibitions, Auctions

Awards

Prizes, Exhibitions, Auctions

Romanian Jewelry Week, 2023

The Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum Award

Shelter/Heritage - silver rings

Romanian Jewelry Week, 2022

The Award for Excellence in Technique

Through the Darkness - silver rings with pearls and pyropes

Bienale Slovensky Sperk, 2016

Silver jewelry category, 1st Place

Nesting Site - silver rings with prehnite (3.53ct, Poland), rose quartz (3.45ct, Madagascar) and aquamarine (2.15ct)

Sperk Roku 2013 - Czech Open

Art Jewelry Category, 3rd Place

Sagenite - silver ring with ebony wood and quartz with rutile inclusions (14.4ct)

Romanian Jewelry Week, 2023

The Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum Award

Shelter/Heritage - silver rings

Romanian Jewelry Week, 2022

The Award for Excellence in Technique

Through the Darkness - silver rings with pearls and pyropes

Bienale Slovensky Sperk, 2016

Silver jewelry category, 1st Place

Nesting Site - silver rings with prehnite (3.53ct, Poland), rose quartz (3.45ct, Madagascar) and aquamarine (2.15ct)

Sperk Roku 2013-Czech Open

Art Jewelry Category, 3rd Place

Sagenit - silver ring with ebony wood and quartz with rutile inclusions (14.4ct)

Slovensky Sperk Competition, 2012

Silver Jewelry Category, 3rd Place

Aquatic Machine - silver ring with aquamarine (0.61ct, Brazil) and aquamarine crystal

Slovensky Sperk Competition, 2012

Silver Jewelry Category, 3rd Place

Aquatic Machine - silver ring with aquamarine (0.61ct, Brazil) and aquamarine crystal

MineralART Competition, 2014

Exhibited at the German Gem Museum, Idar-Oberstein

Pebble - silver ring with agate

MineralART Competition, 2014

Exhibited at the German Gem Museum, Idar-Oberstein

Pebble Agate - silver ring with agate

49th Auction of Art Objects, 2015

Special production for the Auction House Zezula

Le/som - silver rings with ebony wood, topaz and opal

49th Auction of Art Objects, 2015

Special production for the Auction House Zezula

Le/som - silver rings with ebony wood, topaz and opal

Slovensky Sperk Prize, 2010

Prize of the Director of the Assay Office

Druza - silver ring with rubelitte and cubic zirconia

Slovensky Sperk Competition, 2010

Prize of the Director of the Assay Office

Druza - silver ring with rubelitte and cubic zirconia

Rings in Water, Competition of Design, 2012

The Centre for Folk Art Production

Rings in water - silver ring and pendant

Rings in Water, Competition of Design, 2012

The Centre for Folk Art Production

Rings in water - silver ring and pendant

Prize Etiopsky Opal, 2012

Accessories Category, 2nd Place

Catherine Brooch - 18ct gold brooch with opal (4.3ct, Ethiopia) and diamonds

Etiopsky Opal Competition, 2012

Category Accessories, 2nd Place

Catherine Brooch - 18ct gold brooch with opal (4.3ct, Ethiopia) and diamonds

Are you looking for a custom ring, made just for you?

Are you looking for a custom ring, made just for you?