What it does
A ring cone is a tapered post that a ring is slipped over, so it hangs at the widest point that fits. It shows a ring the way a finger does, without a finger.
Leather on a ring cone, specifically
A hide cone is skived and seamed up the back, and on good work the seam is barely visible. It is the most expensive cone we make and it looks it.
Getting the proportion right
Taper angle decides the range. A steep cone takes a narrow band range and holds it high; a shallow cone takes everything but sits every ring low.
How leather is applied to a display form
Hide is cut, skived at the edges and wrapped, and grain varies from panel to panel. On a set of risers we cut every piece from the same hide so the set matches, and we say so on the drawing.
Where it is used
Counter cases, window centrepieces and multi-ring rows.
Leather under case lighting
Hide reflects softly and unevenly, which is what makes it look expensive and what makes it hard to photograph. It also darkens where it is handled, so an open-counter display in hide develops a patina rather than staying new.
The mistake to avoid
A polished cone lets a ring slide down under vibration. On an open counter, a matte or a soft-covered cone holds better.
Why leather
Leather-covered display carries the grain and the slight colour variation of hide. On a counter it reads as furniture rather than as a prop, and it ages with the shop rather than staying new.
Keep out of direct window sun, which lightens hide unevenly. A conditioner once a year on a piece that stays on show.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Taper angle decides the range. |
| Leather colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Leather on this form | A hide cone is skived and seamed up the back, and on good work the seam is barely visible. |
Frequently asked questions
Can ring cones be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the leather is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do ring cones come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Taper angle decides the range. A steep cone takes a narrow band range and holds it high; a shallow cone takes everything but sits every ring low.
Is leather a good choice for a ring cone?
A hide cone is skived and seamed up the back, and on good work the seam is barely visible. It is the most expensive cone we make and it looks it.
What goes wrong most often with ring cones?
A polished cone lets a ring slide down under vibration. On an open counter, a matte or a soft-covered cone holds better.
Can ring cones be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same leather and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your ring cones
Tell us your case or window height, what the ring cones have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.