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Paolo Grillo, orafo e scultore veneziano. DECEM è un Tempio in cui i gioielli, come l'anello Medusa, diventano reliquie - simboli iperrealisti di memoria forgiati a Venezia | Paolo Grillo, Venetian goldsmith and sculptor. DECEM is a Temple where jewelry like the Medusa ring becomes relics - hyperreal symbols of memory forged in Venice. D E C E M VENICE EACH CREATION IS A SYMBOL. EACH SYMBOL, A STORY. THIS IS NOT A BRAND, IT IS A TEMPLE. A R C H I V E BEGIN YOUR RITUAL I create relics that transform time into matter and return it to those who cross them. Forged in Venice by Master Paolo Grillo. D A N T E BEYOND THE THRESHOLD Threshold status: CLOSED The threshold has closed. Not all works remain accessible. BUSHIDŌ RING 武士道 FORGE YOUR SPIRIT A E G I S collection CROSS THE THRESHOLD LILITH' ANCTUM S EMBRACE YOUR ANCESTRAL STRENGTH PRATEORIANI OS CLAIM YOUR GLORY BLACK FLAG HOIST YOUR COLORS DELVE INTO MYTH MEDUSA CLAVUS GOLD SKULL OPEN THE CHEST MONTECRISTO COLLECTION REWRITE YOUR DESTINY V LAD III UNVEIL THE PRINCE OF DARKNESS SOME WORKS REVEAL THEMSELVES. OTHERS MUST BE SOUGHT. ARCHIVE ENTER EVERY TALE FEATURED IN Collezioni THE ECHO OF THE CUSTODIANS Francesco Fuso Truly beautiful jewels with attention to the smallest details. The purchased pendant is nothing short of GORGEOUS and perfect. Very helpful and kind seller. Thanks BD MC East Coast Maurizio Musacchio I bought a wonderful ring, finished in every detail, the packaging with a beautiful leather card holder and skull would already be worth the entire purchase. Kindness and quick answers to any doubts. Enrico Loreti Real jewels of craftsmanship, perfect in every detail Emilia Cattari When you wear a DECEM jewel all the others are nothing... Seriousness and professionalism make you stand out from the crowd. What you create are real works of art with attention to the smallest details. Always kind and helpful, ready to satisfy the customer. Thank you! Ada Egidio More than jewels I would say masterpieces of an artist! Ivo Tommasini I'm a lover of silver rings and necklaces…skulls and not, but I have to be honest: I've never seen anything like it!!!! Paolo's works have a unique quality! Rich in detail and very well-kept! Only the leather case is beautiful, let alone the contents. SHOP New Vlad III - Black Diamonds “On request” Out of stock New Bushido Ring (武士道, bushidō) Price €550.00 Gorgon Ring (Medusa ring) Price €550.00 DEGA Price €760.00 New Sator Price €380.00 Black Flag Price €460.00 Os Praetoriani Price €550.00 Athena Price €550.00 New DORAN Price €990.00 New VELARIS Price €870.00 New THYRA Price €550.00 New LYSSA Price €310.00 AUDAX Price €330.00 New Crux Aeterna Price €385.00 New Cardano Price €350.00 New Golden Forest Price €650.00 Silent Skull T-Bar Price €340.00 New Gravis Clavus Necklace Price €1,325.00 New Chain of the Seal Price €190.00 New "Fuck Off" Ring Price €250.00 Lifeline Guardian Price €145.00 Lilith'Sanctum Price €630.00 Heart Reliquary Price €390.00 Viking Bear Price €380.00 New Arslan Price €390.00 Yggdrasil Signet Price €395.00 Viking Raw Price €395.00 Vlad III Pendant Price €380.00 Custos Price €175.00 Lux Tenebris Price €1,590.00 THE SECRET CHAMBER KNOCK ON THE TEMPLE DOOR SIGILLUM DECEM PRESS ROOM YOUR GUARANTEE OF EXCELLENCE DISCOVER NOW AETHAN THE KEEPER OF RELICS THE TEMPLE ATELIER BECOME THE ARTIST APPLY HERE COMMUNITY TESTIMONIALS AND REVIEWS DEUS EX MACHINA ART MASTER HYPERREALISM HOW DECEM JEWELS ARE BORN THE DARK SIDE THE METHOD CAPSA Every creation reaches you as a fragment of cult. You don’t receive a package. You receive a sign. Rite of Access RING SIZER YOUR PERFECT FIT, AT YOUR DOOR GET YOUR FREE RING SIZER WORLDWIDE FREE SHIPPING COUNTRY DESTINATIONS DECEM ITALIAN HANDICRAFT MADE IN VENICE

Farsi notare senza uniformarsi. il carattere delle proprie scelte in un mood fuori dagli schemi. RELIQUES This is not a collection. It is a convocation of symbols. Every DECEM object is not just an ornament. It is a key. A sculpture to wear. A story waiting to be invoked, by you. Choose the threshold you’re ready to cross. SATOR AEGIS MEDUSA DANTE BUSHIDŌ MONTECRISTO Rings BRACELETS Necklaces Earrings CUFFLINKS ANKLETS BEADS The Secret Chamber “Sculpted silver for those who won’t align. Every choice is a mark. Every mark, an affirmation.”

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DECEM spedisce in tutto il mondo. DECEM ships all over the world SPEDIZIONE GRATUITA IN TUTTA ITALIA PER QUALSIASI IMPORTO Minimum spend for free shipping and available countries of destinations (We do not ship in China and Russia, for Custom Problems) Free Shipping spend over € 190 United States, Canada, Andorra, Bosnia Herzegovina, Guernsey, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, Norway, Turkey, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Faroe Islands, Jersey, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Republic of Kosovo, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Finland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Hungary. Free Shipping Spend Over € 260 Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Belarus, Bolivia, Bonaire, Brazil, Brunei, South Korea, Costa Rica, Curacao, Dominica, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Fiji, Philippines, Japan, Grenada, Greenland, Guadeloupe, Guam, Guatemala, Guiana, French Guiana, Haiti, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands, Kuwait, Macao, Maldives , Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico, Micronesia, Montserrat, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, French Polynesia, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Dominican Republic, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Bartolomeo, Singapore, Sint Maarten, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Suriname, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Ucrania, Uruguay, Venezuela, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Cambodia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Jamaica, Jordan, Honduras, Iraq, Settent Mariana Islands neighborhoods, Turks and Caicos Islands, Laos, Lebanon, Nepal, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Saint Martin, American Samoa, East Timor, Vietnam, Yemen. Free Shipping Spend Over € 260 Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Djibouti, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Cook Islands, Falkland Islands, Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte , Mongolia, Mazonbico, Myanmar, Namibia, Narau, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, Central African Republic, Reunion, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Swaziland, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Decem jewelery with skulls and dark mood delivers all over the world

Gli anelli alternativi Decem, benvenuti nel regno del dettaglio estremo. RINGS mythologies memento mori nature animalier montecristo domus gothica domus barocca domus scriptum Mitologie MYTHOLOGIES RELICS FORGED FROM THE LEGENDS OF THE WORLD Spirits, gods, and symbols drawn from Norse, Japanese, and classical mythologies. Each creation holds the power of an eternal tale, sculpted in time. explore Memento memento RELICS BORN FROM A DIALOGUE WITH TRANSIENCE. Sculptures that face time and the end, turning the symbol of the skull into a seal of memory and consciousness. explore Natura NATURE THE EARTH’S PRIMORDIAL FORCE, FORGED INTO METAL. Rings that evoke organic forms, leaves, roots, and natural metamorphoses. Living matter becomes an eternal relic. explore Animalier ANIMALIER TOTEMIC SPIRITS, INSTINCT, AND WILD POWER. Creatures sculpted as living relics, symbols of strength and transformation, carrying within them the memory of the animal world. explore Montecristo MONTECRISTO VENGEANCE, REDEMPTION, AND REBIRTH. Rings inspired by the literary and symbolic power of The Count of Monte Cristo: a memory of wounds and the strength of redemption. explore Domus Gothica DOMUS GOTHICA RELICS SCULPTED IN THE SHADOW OF THE MIDDLE AGES. Gothic crosses, studs, nails, and Templar symbols take shape in silver with the rough, ancient look of iron. Each relic of Domus Gothica is a fragment of that dark yet luminous era, where faith and power intertwine within the material to transcend time. explore Domus Barocca DOMUS BAROCCA RELICS SCULPTED IN THE OPULENCE OF TIME. Sumptuous decorations, volutes, and baroque details come to life in silver as fragments of a theatrical and visionary era. Domus Barocca guards relics born from the dialogue between art and power, where every ornament becomes sculpted memory. explore Domus Scriptum DOMUS SCRIPTUM RELICS SCULPTED IN THE SIGN OF THE WORD. Letters, initials, and typographic symbols become seals carved into matter. Scriptorium gathers relics born from the power of the Word and from the ancient gesture of writing, transformed into form. explore THE CAPSA THE RITUAL OF ACCESS Every DECEM relic is safeguarded within the Capsa, a handcrafted ritual leather case adorned with a brass detail. It is not a simple container, but an integral part of the experience: a seal that separates anticipation from revelation, a gesture that transforms an object into a relic. Included in the price, the Capsa accompanies every creation, ready to guard and protect it before it reaches the hands of its Custodian. INCLUDED WITH EVERY DECEM RELIC, BECAUSE EVEN WAITING DESERVES ITS OWN FORM. IT’S ESSENTIAL TO ME THAT YOU RECEIVE EXACTLY WHAT YOU DESIRE, SO THAT YOU CAN FULLY EXPRESS YOUR PERSONALITY THROUGH THIS JEWEL. THAT’S WHY MY GUARANTEE INCLUDES: Ritualized Shipping Every Relic leaves the Temple with all the necessary care. Its journey is safeguarded with tracking and guarantees: if anything should happen along the way, I will personally ensure a new Relic reaches you. Threshold of Reflection A Relic must reflect who you are. If it does not, you may return or exchange it: I will only ask you to cover the return shipping costs. No barriers, only sincerity. Warranty of Metal and Fire Lifetime Custody Every creation carries the certainty of its materials: 925 silver, 18k gold, and certified precious stones. The Master’s Seal safeguards their authenticity. A Relic lives with you and crosses through time. Should it ever require care or repair, the Temple will remain open: you may always bring it back to be reborn whole. ARE YOU PURCHASING A RING AND DON'T KNOW YOUR SIZE? HERE IS THE SOLUTION. The DECEM Starter Kit Experience This is not just a gift. It is your first step into the DECEM universe. A tool carrying symbols, inspiration, and practical utility. Not a simple envelope, but a ritual of access. DECEM Starter Kit – Value €59 → yours, included Step into the DECEM universe and receive at your doorstep: ✔️ A professional jeweler’s ring sizer – crafted for precision, made to last forever. ✔️ The DECEM Magalog – your official guide into our creative cosmos. ✔️ A reusable DECEM shipping pouch – designed as more than packaging, a ritual of access. How it works > We only ask you to cover the shipping costs (€21). > If you purchase a DECEM ring over €200, you will receive a promo code that refunds the entire shipping cost. > In short: if you buy, the kit is refunded. If you don’t, the kit remains yours — a DECEM relic to use and treasure. PLEASE NOTE : this offer is cost-effective only within Italy. For international orders, additional shipping fees apply and vary depending on location. Request your Starter Kit and cross the threshold ORDER NOW Why it’s unique The ring sizer becomes your personal tool, the Magalog your map, and the reusable pouch your vessel for future journeys. Each element is designed to last, to speak of who we are, and to bring you in tune with the DECEM language. Not a gadget, but a rite of initiation. EVERY DECEM RING IS NOT A MERE JEWEL, BUT A RELIC: A FRAGMENT OF MEMORY FORGED IN SILVER, GOLD, AND FIRE. TO WEAR IT MEANS TO GUARD A STORY, TO CARVE UPON THE SKIN A SYMBOL OF STRENGTH, THRESHOLD, AND PRESENCE. EACH CREATION IS ENTIRELY HANDMADE, WITH HYPERREALIST DETAILS BORN FROM ANCIENT TECHNIQUES AND CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE. THE WAITING TIME IS NOT A BARRIER, BUT PART OF THE RITUAL: SLOWNESS PROTECTS VALUE. THIS IS NOT A BRAND. IT IS A TEMPLE. AND EVERY RING IS AN ETERNAL SEAL.

Orafo, designer e scultore dal 1988, ha sempre perseguito con passione questo mestiere di antiche tradizioni. Artigianalità e arte fanno da perno portante alla sua professionalità, motivata negli anni con obiettivi chiari come l’eccellenza e la cura per i dettagli. DEUS EX MACHINA Who I am and The Origin of DECEM DECEM is not a jewelry brand. It is a sacred language forged in metal. Each creation is a symbol. Each symbol, a threshold. Each threshold, a gesture that tells who we are — before words ever arrive. There is no audience. There are those who listen. There is no trend. There is a calling. My objects do not follow the market. They ignore it. They pass through it. My name is Paolo. DECEM is my ritual name, not a commercial one. I create with slow hands, guided by a thought that burns long before the metal exists. Each of my works is born from silence, nourished by archetypes, sacred architectures, forgotten liturgies. I do not draw. I listen. Each object arrives when it is ready. My work is not to decorate, but to reveal. DECEM was born the day I stopped asking what would please the public, and started creating what truly spoke to me. Since 1988, Paolo Grillo has been forging Relics in Venice. With DECEM he created a Temple that transcends jewelry: each creation is a symbol, a memory sculpted in silver and gold. The Medusa ring, together with other icons, embodies myth, hyperrealism, and dark elegance. I founded DECEM with a simple conviction: jewelry should not imitate the past or chase the market, but embody a language that endures through time. In a world saturated with ephemeral objects, I chose to create symbolic relics in silver and gold, sculpted inside and out, capable of guarding invisible stories. My “Dark Side Method” is not a technical whim, but an act of sincerity: even what is hidden deserves the same beauty as what is revealed. Each creation is born for those who recognize the difference between an ornament and a symbol. Not for everyone, but for those who are ready to listen. DECEM is not everywhere: it lives in my studio in Venice, on my website, and in a few carefully chosen places. This is how it remains what it must be: rare, exclusive, intimate. To wear a DECEM jewel means to guard a part of my research, my obsession with detail, my faith in art as a temple. Not a brand to flaunt, but a secret to share with those who truly matter. “I don’t create jewelry. I sculpt narrative relics.” For press inquiries and interviews: press@xdecem.com INTERVIEW THE CURIOUS STORY OF PAOLO GRILLO ART MASTER E FOUNDER OF DECEM Paolo, first of all welcome and thank you for opening us the doors of your studio, in a decidedly suggestive location like the Venice Lido. The first question is trivial, if you like, but definitely ritual: how did your passion for jewelry come about? Since I was a child I have always had a great predisposition for drawing and manual skills. I remember endless afternoons in my father's garage, where I could give vent to my creativity and make it three-dimensional, through the creation of objects. Dad was a municipal employee, but he always had the gift of dexterity, although he never cultivated it. When he wasn't spending his free time building models and painting them, he devoted himself to gardening, expressing his skill with his hands in many ways. I probably inherited this ability, putting it to good use, from him and my grandfather. Unfortunately I never met him but I know he painted and, in my own way, I'm happy to have highlighted this talent, making it not only a job, but my whole life. What do you mean "my whole life"? For many years I have kept my passion for the dark world in the shadows, making rather common, anonymous, if you like, jewels that do not convey any differentiating message if you wear them, they are simple (albeit beautiful) ornaments. Being able to give free rein to my true and deep passion makes this work an integral part of myself. I studied for a long time to undertake this path, attending the Art Institute, where I learned fabric processing, printing, graphics and, in my specific field, I learned the art of working metals and goldsmithing, a real own forge of talents, very concrete and linked to the artistic trades. But, sorry to interrupt you, aren't we talking about the art school? No, it was really an institute where all the professions related to the world of craftsmanship and art were learned, expressed through different forms, such as fabrics, gold, etc. Unfortunately, it has now been transformed into an art school, just for lack, before everything, of artisans who taught such particular and precious trades. d fter five years, I graduated as Master of Art with specialization, a beautiful qualification. I'm honest, I'd like young people today to always find a way through which to express their artistic talent. At 21, I took the plunge and opened my own business with a partner, as a general goldsmith's shop, where we went from solitaire to the chain for communion. The experience in Vicenza, the beating heart of jewelery and goldsmithing Collaboration with an important company that produced high-end manufacturing chains, made with mechanical processes, but with a predominant component of manual skill and design, opened the doors to a world where everything moved at a different pace. I understood more complex dynamics, production processes, I had the opportunity to forge very valuable relationships in that much bigger world than my small artisan reality. These skills and knowledge allow me today to make my jewels even more unique, through the availability of beautiful precious stones. There was a particularly difficult moment when you realized how complex is it to work through one's artistic expression? There have been several moments, not least the pandemic which however, absurdly, opened the doors to the complete realization of my dream, that is to express the art I love most, the one with dark atmospheres. In reality, the most difficult moment ever was a theft we suffered during our activity in Vicenza: about 8-9 kilos of gold, a significant amount, even if there were four of us. For me, who was the person with the least financial resources, it was the coup de grace. I dropped everything and went back to my business in Venice, a bit light-hearted actually, to finally stop take a long commute every day. Have you resumed being a craftsman then? No, actually not. I was now alone in managing the shop, also because it was quite large, divided into three floors. I relied on a well-known brand that produces steel jewelry. In practice, I had locked up my expertise and passion for goldsmithing, for creating jewels, to keep my dark soul company. That's probably where they met. I wonder if they ever thought they could finally go out together in the sun and give life to my current brand [laughs]. Until at some point the shop was closed, right? How did you get out of this difficulty too? The shop itself had some structural features that made entry more difficult of tourists (trivially a few steps, useful for high tide, are enough to create a real "wall"). When the activity ceased, I found myself starting again, for the umpteenth time, and I found work as a salesman in high fashion. Sounds weird, right? But I must say that always it is an art form, so they were pleasant years, in which, at the same time, I was also able to start over some small work as a craftsman. Did you finally get your "prisoners" out of the basement? Actually only one: I made jewelry for new mothers. Bracelets, pendants, with stylized names, initials and children. Yes, I know that compared to what I do now it seems hardly credible, but the love for goldsmithing and for creativity could not to separate from me and so I sold online, through a website, these jewels always very appreciated by the general public. I was chasing trends, market demands. I was actually running away from what I really wanted to do, but it took me a while to figure it out. I ask you an uncomfortable question. You experienced it as a sort of compromise No, I would say no, I was very serene. You know, the truth is that mine dark soul was expressed in my passions, clothing, literature, photography, art. It filled my time free, as happens for my clients, people who want to express their personality through my jewels. I probably felt, deep down in my soul, the need to translate everything I had enclosed in my mind into jewels, but it had not yet emerged on a conscious level. Until something happened that brought you to where you are now. I was too handcrafted and probably too expensive for the kind of jewelry new moms buy. So, thanks to the pandemic and the end of work in the shop, I realized it was the right time. THE ATELIER I opened my laboratory here on the Lido, because I live on this particular and suggestive island. that was also inhabited by well-known names in literature, such as Goethe, Byron and Thomas Mann. A truly unique place, just as unique is the route, a real pilgrimage, to get here from Venice. By the way, your working method is called Dark Side. Why? It has a double meaning. The first is to express the atmosphere that has finally come out of the famous basement, and has decided to permeate the whole environment and all the jewels I produce. The atmosphere we breathe is me and the people who decide to be represented by my jewels, clearly expressing their identity. The second represents the particular workmanship of the rings, which are also carved on the inside, the one that remains obscure. Last question Paolo, a curiosity. Why Decem? THEl ten, which in Roman numerals becomes one X, to me is very fascinating. The X, if you think about it, is specular, always the same and true to itself, with a precise center. It has always struck me on a symbolic level. Moreover, for me it has an even more important value. I love my city, Venice, especially in what was its heyday, when it was "La Serenissima", a maritime republic, at the center of the world. The doge, lord of the city, at the time had ten advisers to whom he relied on people of enormous culture and experience, who made the complex decisions that had to be taken more balanced, above all for the security of the state. I don't think it was ten by chance, given that it is a number that recalls balance and that, since Pythagoras, symbolizes perfection. Perfection that I seek throughout my process of creation and that I want to pass on to people who fall in love with my jewels, to ensure that they really wear something unique, which tells a story, that expresses a complex and fascinating identity, from all its sides. _Paolo Grillo

Orafo, designer e scultore dal 1988, ha sempre perseguito con passione questo mestiere di antiche tradizioni. Artigianalità e arte fanno da perno portante alla sua professionalità, motivata negli anni con obiettivi chiari come l’eccellenza e la cura per i dettagli. PACKAGING DELIVERY How do the jewels arrive at your home? I have always wanted that to contain my jewels there would be a reusable object, which becomes part of my clients' everyday life. Not just a simple box, but something truly useful. That's why you will receive your order in a leather cardholder, embellished with a small brass skull. This cardholder is gifted with every order, but can also be purchased separately at the price of €32

Bushidō Ring in Silver by DECEM. Inspired by Miyamoto Musashi and The Book of The Five Rings, a relic af discipline, strategy, and timeless mastery. BUSHIDŌ The sword that becomes a way. The Bushidō Ring (武士道) in 925 silver is inspired by the legendary figure of Miyamoto Musashi: samurai, rōnin, and artist. His invincibility fueled the myth and consecrated the “Way of the Sword” as a philosophy of life. His masterpiece, The Book of Five Rings, was not just a fencing manual, but a universal guide to strategy and mastery. Walk the Path One can know ten thousand things through the profound understanding of one thing. – Miyamoto Musashi Protection Wearing Bushidō means embodying discipline and presence: a talisman reminding us that true strength comes from mastering oneself before mastering the sword. Origin Forged in silver, the Bushidō ring evokes the Kabuto helmet and the severe lines of samurai armor. Every detail is a tribute to the warrior’s pragmatism and the free mind that Musashi raised to philosophy. The Seal Musashi was both rōnin and artist, master duelist and Zen painter. Bushidō contains this tension between war and contemplation, between the clash of blades and the silence of the void. Duality Musashi was both rōnin and artist, master duelist and Zen painter. Bushidō contains this tension between war and contemplation, between the clash of blades and the silence of the void. The Hidden Side Every DECEM relic lives on two planes. On the outside, the face the world can see. On the inside, the sculpted secret: symbols invisible to others, yet destined for the Custodian alone. This is the Dark Side method — the rite of engraving the hidden soul of every creation. Book of Earth (地, Chi) Book of Fire (火, Hi) Book of Water (水, Sui) Book of Void (空, Kū) Book of Wind (風, Kaze) Musashi wrote The Book of Five Rings in 1645, shortly before his death. It is divided into five chapters, each named after an element of Japanese cosmology: Book of Earth (地, Chi) • Foundations of strategic thought • The “Way of the Sword” as a discipline of life • Importance of posture, firmness, stability Book of Water (水, Sui) • Adaptability as the key: water takes the shape of its container • Sword techniques, fluidity of movement • The mind must remain calm yet ready to change Book of Fire (火, Hi) • The art of conflict and battle • Rhythm, timing, aggression, intensity • Harnessing tension and energy in direct confrontation Book of Wind (風, Kaze) • Critical analysis of other schools of swordsmanship • Differences with Musashi’s style (Niten Ichi-ryū, the “School of Two Swords”) • “Wind” as the traditions of others that may mislead Book of Void (空, Kū) • The most philosophical and spiritual level • “Void” as supreme understanding beyond technique and form • Wisdom that allows one to intuit without thinking, to see without seeing The Way of the Two Swords My school is called ‘Two Heavens as One’. Its essence is to use two swords as if they were one.” – Miyamoto Musashi Wakizashi (脇差) the short sword Katana (刀) the long sword Technical Description – “Bushidō” Ring Metal: Sterling Silver 925 Weight: Approx. 40 g (based on US size 9.5 – weight may slightly vary depending on size) Dimensions: The ring is crafted in proportion to the wearer’s finger size to ensure both visual balance and comfort. As a result, the weight may vary accordingly. Size: Available in all sizes, made to order and proportioned to the hand and finger of the wearer. Ancora 1 THE LEGEND BUSHIDŌ Make it yours € 550 The Way Not ornament. It is discipline and philosophy. It does not dress you: it shapes you. Bushidō reminds us that the sword is the Way, and the Way is life. The Spirit on Watch This is not just a ring. It is the echo of the strategic mind that knows no defeat, the gaze of the samurai who sees in the void the path to freedom. Claim Your Relic Proceed with order The Void is not nothing: it is the whole waiting to be understood. – Musashi What I create will defy time. – Paolo Grillo It is fundamental to me that you receive precisely what you desire, allowing you to fully express your personality through this jewel. That is why my guarantee covers: Ritualized Shipping Every Relic leaves the Temple with all the necessary care. Its journey is safeguarded with tracking and guarantees: if anything should happen along the way, I will personally ensure a new Relic reaches you. Threshold of Reflection A Relic must reflect who you are. If it does not, you may return or exchange it: I will only ask you to cover the return shipping costs. No barriers, only sincerity. Warranty of Metal and Fire Every creation carries the certainty of its materials: 925 silver, 18k gold, and certified precious stones. The Master’s Seal safeguards their authenticity. Lifetime Custody A Relic lives with you and crosses through time. Should it ever require care or repair, the Temple will remain open: you may always bring it back to be reborn whole. Order Now ARE YOU PURCHASING A RING AND DON'T KNOW YOUR SIZE? HERE IS THE SOLUTION. The DECEM Starter Kit Experience This is not just a gift. It is your first step into the DECEM universe. A tool carrying symbols, inspiration, and practical utility. Not a simple envelope, but a ritual of access. DECEM Starter Kit – Value €59 → yours, included Step into the DECEM universe and receive at your doorstep: ✔️ A professional jeweler’s ring sizer – crafted for precision, made to last forever. ✔️ The DECEM Magalog – your official guide into our creative cosmos. ✔️ A reusable DECEM shipping pouch – designed as more than packaging, a ritual of access. How it works > We only ask you to cover the shipping costs (€21). > If you purchase a DECEM ring over €200, you will receive a promo code that refunds the entire shipping cost. > In short: if you buy, the kit is refunded. If you don’t, the kit remains yours — a DECEM relic to use and treasure. PLEASE NOTE : this offer is cost-effective only within Italy. For international orders, additional shipping fees apply and vary depending on location. Request your Starter Kit and cross the threshold ORDER NOW Why it’s unique The ring sizer becomes your personal tool, the Magalog your map, and the reusable pouch your vessel for future journeys. Each element is designed to last, to speak of who we are, and to bring you in tune with the DECEM language. Not a gadget, but a rite of initiation.

DECEM spedisce in tutto il mondo. DECEM ships all over the world HYPERREALISM HOW ARE DECEM JEWELS CREATED? T he creative basin from which I draw originates from that side where shadows inhabit our thoughts, where our essence is tinted with a twilight hue, monolithic, devoid of light. Made of chaos. This deeper and seemingly menacing dimension is present within all of us. It's called by many names and takes various forms and expressions depending on human domains (from art to literature). When I began to unleash my passion, I immediately understood that my creations wouldn't be "flat" jewels, merely based on aesthetic appearance. I would give life and three-dimensionality to emotions, to stories, true or not, imprisoning them in something that was much more than an accessory: a small wearable expression of art. Every one of my clients knows that what they are purchasing is not just a simple object, empty, soulless, but a story crystallized in an image. A tale that they can keep to themselves or share with those around them, also revealing, in part, something about themselves. HOW ARE THE DECEM JEWELS CREATED? _THE FIRST DESIGN TAKES PLACE IN MY MIND I know it might sound strange, but probably the longest and most complex phase of the birth of one of my creations is precisely the creative, conceptualization phase. In fact, my sources of inspiration are often linked to music, art, literature, mythology... to the entire world of my passions. For this reason, I never try to force this creative process, but rather let it happen naturally, which means I don't have a constant stream of new collections. Sometimes it takes months, sometimes much less; it's often an unconscious process. Each piece takes shape first in my mind; I visualize it exactly as it should be once finished. However, then comes the "harsh clash with reality." Indeed, what is perfect in my mind may not be practical or wearable as a piece of jewelry, or it might struggle to take on a three-dimensional form, as the expectations in my mind are always very high. I never have the anxiety to release a new collection or a new product just to try to sell more. My goal is to create something that represents me, something I would wear myself, and that is consistent with my brand and my identity. This means I don't rush myself from this perspective: time for me is priceless, as it is truly a key element in the production of my jewelry, starting from the initial ideation phase. HOW IS HYPERREALISM ACHIEVED? _AN ANCIENT PRACTICE MERGES WITH THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES, TO BRING FORTH A PERFECTLY DETAILED JEWEL This unique fusion arises from my need to have a model of the object while simultaneously being able to design all the tiniest details, even those that almost escape the human eye. The ancient lost-wax casting method meets the requirement to create an object rich in minuscule details, which can be complex to achieve with the naked eye. So, I decided to leverage technology and zoom through digital sculpting: this way, I can provide objects that are extremely realistic and finely detailed in even the smallest particulars. This technique is of great assistance for internal processing as well, and for me, it's another tool at the service of my craftsmanship, allowing me to deliver an extremely detailed result that leaves one speechless. Only this way is it possible to materialize the idea and precise design into a very small object. From the design, we thus transition to three-dimensionality, to the wax model. The model is refined and perfected until it meets the requirements of the desired design. Once I am satisfied with the model, I move on to the next phase. I coat the wax model with a refractory material (plaster) to create a container, a cylinder, that can withstand the heat during the metal melting phase. _Lost-wax casting The plaster cylinder is placed in an oven where the wax is poured and the resulting mold is then filled with molten metal, which is allowed to solidify and cool. The metal fills the cavity of the wax model and fits its shapes perfectly. Lost-wax casting: an ancient goldsmithing technique ideal for sculptures. The lost-wax goldsmithing technique dates back over 3,000 years and is based on the creation of a wax model as the foundation for producing pieces in precious metals. Especially for new designs, this is the moment of truth, when I realize whether, aesthetically and technically, the piece of jewelry is feasible or not. There can be a disproportion, often noticed only by me, that compromises the aesthetics and sometimes even the functionality of the object. This is more important than it might seem, as a piece of jewelry must not only be beautiful but also wearable. _Creation and finishing Once the object is approved, the finishing phase begins, which is also quite labor-intensive. The reason lies in the difference in processing compared to industrial procedures. In fact, within those processes, the final phase involves polishing, done by machines, the burrs, of the entire piece of jewelry. This creates polished, uniform objects, smoothed on every side, in every angle, and detail. Instead, my jewelry pieces are individually smoothed and polished, entirely by hand, to provide different tactile and visual sensations to various parts of the jewelry, playing with light and shadow, with what's in shade and what's in sunlight. The finishing phase is lengthy and becomes a true moment when the sculptor faces their work and must make it so detailed that it's almost lifelike. Each DECEM jewel is entirely handcrafted in Italy, in 925 sterling silver, using traditional goldsmith techniques and unique sculptural processes. From the first gesture on the wax to the final polish, every stage is executed personally, bringing to life a creation designed to withstand time: your Relic.

Gioielleria alternativa e teschi iperrealistici dall'estremo dettaglio e dal mood unico. Terms and Conditions Terms and Conditions of Sale 0. General Provisions These Terms and Conditions of Sale (“Terms”) govern the offer and sale of products through www.xdecem.com (the “Site”), operated by DECEM S.r.l. unipersonale (sole shareholder: Paolo Grillo), REA VE–458068, VAT No. IT04862380278, with registered and operational office at Via Sandro Gallo 157/G, 30126 Venice (VE), Italy. Please read these Terms carefully, together with the Privacy Policy and the Site Terms of Use, before placing any order. DECEM S.r.l. unipersonale may amend these Terms in compliance with applicable law; new versions apply to offers published and orders placed after their publication. In case of updates, a notice will appear on the home page. 1. Commercial policy and eligible customers 1.1. Online sales are addressed exclusively to consumers of legal age (natural persons purchasing for purposes unrelated to entrepreneurial, commercial, craft or professional activities). 1.2. Sales are available in Italy, the European Union, and additional export-enabled countries (including the United States of America). For countries not listed at checkout, please contact info@xdecem.com to confirm availability, taxes and shipping costs. 1.3. DECEM reserves the right to refuse orders not compliant with this policy (e.g., non-consumer buyers or minors). 2. Contract formation 2.1. To purchase, add the product to your cart, proceed to Checkout, enter the required data and confirm the order. 2.2. The contract language is Italian or English. 2.3. Before submission, the order summary displays: main product features, total price (including any customization), VAT and applicable shipping costs, payment and delivery methods, and withdrawal information. Please verify your data and correct any errors. 2.4. The order is submitted upon electronic transmission. Receipt is confirmed by e-mail including: order number, applicable terms summary, and contacts for claims/support. 2.5. The contract is deemed concluded when you receive the order confirmation e-mail. 2.6. Orders are processed within the production times indicated (see §6). Orders are stored in DECEM’s database for the time necessary to fulfil them and as required by law. 3. Products, images and warranties 3.1. The Site sells original products for which DECEM holds the economic exploitation rights. 3.2. DECEM does not sell used, irregular or sub-standard items. 3.3. Images may differ from the actual product (display color rendering, photography, resizing). As these are handcrafted goods, minor variations are possible and do not constitute a defect. 3.4. The statutory legal warranty of conformity applies pursuant to Italian Consumer Code (Legislative Decree 206/2005). 4. Prices, VAT, duties 4.1. Prices are listed in Euro. 4.2. EU: prices are VAT-inclusive (22%). 4.3. Non-EU: Italian VAT does not apply (Art. 8, Presidential Decree 633/1972). Import duties and taxes are borne by the recipient and vary by country. 4.4. Shipping costs and any free-shipping thresholds are shown at checkout and/or on the dedicated “Country Destination” page. Unless otherwise indicated, shipping within Italy is free. 4.5. Upon request, DECEM provides a price breakdown with separate VAT indication: info@xdecem.com. 5. Payments 5.1. Accepted methods: Credit Card (Wix Payments), PayPal, bank transfer (manual payment) and, where available, Postepay top-up. 5.2. For Card/PayPal payments, your account is charged upon order confirmation. 5.3. DECEM does not access customers’ financial data; such data are processed by the respective payment providers. 6. Production time, shipping and delivery 6.1. Production: 15–40 business days (depending on model and seasonality). Estimated times are indicated on the product page; customizations may extend them. 6.2. Courier transit (shipping): Italy (BRT): approx. 1–2 business days. EU/Non-EU (DHL): approx. 3–6 business days. 6.3. The above terms are indicative and non-binding; delays attributable to the courier or force majeure do not entail DECEM’s liability. 6.4. If delivery does not occur within 60 business days from contract conclusion (except for customized products), you may withdraw and receive a refund of amounts paid (§7–8). 6.5. Upon delivery, please check the package integrity and its correspondence with the transport document; in case of anomalies, promptly notify the courier and info@xdecem.com. 7. Right of withdrawal (consumer) 7.1. You may withdraw within 14 calendar days from delivery (Arts. 52 et seq., Italian Consumer Code). 7.2. To exercise withdrawal, send an explicit statement by e-mail to info@xdecem.com indicating the order numberand products. 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The value date will not cause loss of interest. 8.3. If the purchaser differs from the payer, the refund will be made to the person who made the payment. 9. Claims Claims may be sent to: DECEM S.r.l. unipersonale, Via Sandro Gallo 157/G, 30126 Venice (VE), Italy — e-mail info@xdecem.com . 10. Customer support For information on orders, products or these Terms: (+39) 041 934 2329 (Tue–Sat 15:30–19:30 CET/CEST, excluding holidays) – info@xdecem.com . 11. Customizations For engraving or other custom requests, contact info@xdecem.com (or call customer support) indicating your account, model and desired specs. You will receive confirmation of feasibility, technical specifications, lead times and additional costs (VAT included). 12. Privacy Personal data are processed in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and applicable national law (Legislative Decree 196/2003 as amended by Legislative Decree 101/2018). Please refer to the Site’s Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. 13. 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Mythologies Relics forged from the legends of the world Spirits, gods, and symbols drawn from Norse, Japanese, and classical mythologies. Each creation holds the power of an eternal tale, sculpted in time. Os Praetoriani Price €550.00 Gorgon Ring (Medusa ring) Price €550.00 Athena Price €550.00 New Bushido Ring (武士道, bushidō) Price €550.00 Han'nya ring Price €480.00 Yggdrasil Signet Price €395.00 Viking Bear Price €380.00 Viking Raw Price €395.00 Viking Signet Price €380.00 Sacred Ash Price €220.00 Valknut Blessing Price €360.00 New Sator Price €380.00