As a Master Goldsmith, Thomas Anselment constructs structurally sound rings and other wearable objects that are much more durable by using a material's ability to be work hardened. In contrast, cast jewelry is sold by most other Jewelers for a number of economical reasons. Casting reduces labor cost since cast items can be mass produced and cast metals are also more porous on a molecular level thus reducing the weight of the cast piece and the cost of the final product. In contrast, work hardened items that Thomas Anselment makes by hand apply a combination of cold forming techniques during the production of a piece. This work hardened piece is denser and more durable. It will wear less and last for generations to come.