The RETINA®-Concept

Customized jewelry made from your unique retina signature – for a true connection to the wearer

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There Is Only One

The eye is the window to the soul.

Deep within the eye, the retina reveals a mesmerizing structure – a delicate network reminiscent of rivers, roots, or branching trees.

This retina pattern, formed even before birth, is utterly unique – so distinctive that not even identical twins share the same design.
A true expression of individuality: like a fingerprint, yet imbued with a more sensual, poetic beauty.

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Why Retina ?

When searching for our own wedding rings, we quickly realized: the market is flooded with standardized designs that leave little trace of individuality.

This realization sparked something in us – the desire to create a completely new jewelry concept.
And that’s where our journey began.

Our search was for a symbol that would be more than just decoration – an expression of deep connection.

We wanted to create not just elegant, but meaningful jewellery.

We tried many things but quickly ruled them out – initials, simple engravings, fingerprints, lifelines, DNA – none of them met our aesthetic requirements. We were looking for something personal that would radiate an elegant beauty, nothing too obvious.

We found the answer where hardly anyone would expect it: in the innermost part of the eye, the window to the soul. The retina combines everything we were looking for:

  1. Uniqueness, as not even identical twins have the same pattern.
  2. Aesthetics – an organic pattern reminiscent of roots.
  3. Personality – a part of us, formed before our birth, unchanged for a lifetime, symbolising the value of our individuality.

The power of its symbolism lies hidden beneath the surface – as a secret waiting to be discovered – true beauty is rarely recognisable to everyone at first glance.

And it is precisely this little secret that contributes to the special appeal of RETINA® jewelry – because only you have the key to understanding the special pattern.

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Why Retina ?

While searching for our own wedding rings, we found ourselves surrounded by mass-produced pieces — beautiful perhaps, but lacking soul, story, and individuality.

This realization became our inspiration. We set out to create a new concept in jewelry design—and that’s where our journey began.

Our search was for a symbol that would be more than just decoration – an expression of deep connection.

We wanted to create not just elegant, but meaningful jewellery.

We tried many things but quickly ruled them out – initials, simple engravings, fingerprints, lifelines, DNA – none of them met our aesthetic requirements. We were looking for something personal that would radiate an elegant beauty, nothing too obvious.

We found the answer where hardly anyone would expect it: in the innermost part of the eye, the window to the soul.

The retina combines everything we were looking for:
uniqueness, as not even identical twins have the same pattern.

Aesthetics – an organic pattern reminiscent of roots.

Personality – a part of us, moulded before our birth, unchanged for a lifetime.

As such, it symbolises the value of our individuality.

Just as true beauty does not reveal itself to everyone immediately, the power of its symbolism lies hidden beneath the surface, as a secret waiting to be discovered – because true beauty is rarely recognisable to everyone at first glance.

And it is precisely this little secret that contributes to the special appeal of RETINA® jewellery – because only you have the key to understanding the special pattern.

Your Retina – A Golden Signature of the Soul

The retina, hidden at the back of the eye, is often confused with the iris (iris) at the front of the eye.

Iris photos are very popular. If you are interested, we would like to refer you to our friend and partner Elias Branch, we ourselves are focussed on the retina.

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Hidden in the mysterious depths of your eye lies the retina – the gateway to the miracle of sight. It captures light, color, and motion, translating them into emotions, memories, and meaning. What the eye perceives, the soul begins to feel.

Not even identical twins, perfect mirrors of one another, share the same retinal pattern. It is nature’s most intimate signature – uniquely yours.

From this invisible masterpiece, we shape luminous treasures. Guided by your retina’s golden code and refined through artisanal craftsmanship, each piece becomes a timeless expression of your identity – personal, profound, and unmistakably yours.

Your Retina – A Golden Signature of the Soul

Hidden in the mysterious depths of your eye lies the retina – the gateway to the miracle of sight. It captures light, color, and motion, translating them into emotions, memories, and meaning. What the eye perceives, the soul begins to feel.

Not even identical twins, perfect mirrors of one another, share the same retinal pattern. It is nature’s most intimate signature – uniquely yours.

From this invisible masterpiece, we shape luminous treasures. Guided by your retina’s golden code and refined through artisanal craftsmanship, each piece becomes a timeless expression of your identity – personal, profound, and unmistakably yours.

Retina versus Iris

The retina, hidden at the back of the eye, is often confused with the iris at the front of the eye.

Iris photos are very popular. If you are interested, we would like to refer you to our friend and partner Elias Branch, we ourselves are focussed on the retina.

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RetinaCode® – your essence in detail

RetinaCode® – your essence in detail

From the entire retinal image, we jointly select the one expressive area – the RetinaCode® – that characterizes your unique piece of jewelry.

It is the fine detail that is immortalized on your piece of jewelry – and thus becomes your unique signature.

How does this journey of discovery begin?

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How to create your personal RETINA® jewelry

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Journey of discovery within

The Scan

Your personal consultation begins with a simple RetinaScan – our special camera captures the fascinating pattern of your retina in just 1 minute.

Together, we explore the fascinating world of the retina and select the perfect segment of your unique RetinaCode®—the foundation for a truly personal piece of jewelry. One that is unique and will never be worn by anyone else in the world.

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Journey of discovery within

The Scan

Your personal consultation begins with a simple RetinaScan – our special camera captures the fascinating pattern of your retina in just 1 minute.

Together, we explore the fascinating world of the retina and select the perfect segment of your unique RetinaCode®—the foundation for a truly personal piece of jewelry. One that is unique and will never be worn by anyone else in the world.

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Find your own RETINA® style

Which style suits your taste?

We work closely with you to design your dream piece of jewellery step by step. You choose materials, sizes, widths and styles to define your personal RETINA® style.

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Find your own RETINA® style

What is your personal style?

We work closely with you to design your dream piece of jewellery step by step. You choose materials, sizes, widths and styles to define your personal RETINA® style.

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Visualizing your vision

Ultra-personal customization

You can rely on our many years of expertise – it guarantees that every RetinaScan is transformed into a unique work of art in gold or platinum.

After a personal consultation in which we record all your individual wishes, we bring your vision to life using a detailed computer visualization.

This impressive 3D animation allows you to experience every detail of your future piece of jewelry and refine every detail according to your ideas – until you are completely convinced.


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Visualising your vision

Ultra-personalised customisation


You can rely on our many years of expertise – it guarantees that every RetinaScan is transformed into a unique work of art in gold or platinum.

After a personal consultation in which we record all your individual wishes, we bring your vision to life using a detailed computer visualisation.

This impressive 3D animation allows you to experience every detail of your future piece of jewellery and refine every detail according to your ideas – until you are completely convinced.

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Handcrafted in Switzerland

Where Vision Becomes a Work of Art

After your approval, our Swiss artisans begin bringing your vision to life.

Here, our experienced goldsmiths, jewelers and watchmakers transform your personal Retina pattern with great care into fascinating works of art and create the characteristic, sophisticated RETINA® design.

After just a few weeks, your personal RETINA® piece of jewellery will be ready for collection – or will be shipped securely worldwide.

We are happy to refer customers abroad to a local partner for a Retina scan and offer advice via video call. Numerous international customers appreciate our simple and smooth ordering process.

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Handcrafted in Switzerland

Where Vision Becomes a Work of Art

After your approval, our Swiss artisans begin bringing your vision to life.

Here, our experienced goldsmiths, jewelers and watchmakers transform your personal Retina pattern with great care into fascinating works of art and create the characteristic, sophisticated RETINA® design.

After a few weeks, your very own piece of RETINA® jewellery will be ready for collection – or will be sent securely worldwide.

For customers abroad, we are happy to arrange a local partner for a retina scan and offer a consultation via video call. Numerous international customers appreciate our simple and smooth ordering process.

Your Personal consultation

We attach great importance to comprehensive advice from the very first contact. So that you have all the information you need to make the best possible decision for your unique item. Even after your purchase, we will be with you for the rest of your life. Our customers value the high quality of our advice and our products.

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The Final Reveal – A Treasure Only You Can Unlock

The journey of discovery culminates in a moment of quiet wonder: your bespoke jewel, nestled in a sealed, handcrafted wooden box. A symbol of your singularity – refined, precious, and deeply personal.

Only you hold the key. Not just to open the box – but to unveil the mystery woven into the pattern it holds.

Your RetinaCode® is more than a mark. It is your hidden signature – a secret language known only to the one it belongs to.
A silent truth, whispered by nature, revealed by art – and understood by you alone.

There Is Only One

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The Final Reveal – A Treasure Only You Can Unlock

The journey of discovery culminates in a moment of quiet wonder: your bespoke jewel, nestled in a sealed, handcrafted wooden box. A symbol of your singularity – refined, precious, and deeply personal.

Only you hold the key. Not just to open the box – but to unveil the mystery woven into the pattern it holds.

Your RetinaCode® is more than a mark. It is your hidden signature – a secret language known only to the one it belongs to.
A silent truth, whispered by nature, revealed by art – and understood by you alone.

There Is Only One

Individual & Personal Consultation

We place great importance on a thorough consultation from the very first contact. So that you are fully informed and empowered to make the best possible choice for your unique piece. Even after your purchase, we remain by your side for a lifetime.

Our clients value not only the exceptional quality of our craftsmanship but also the dedication and excellence of our personalized service.

Our promise – for a lifetime

Exklusive Lifetime Premium Service

We believe in the quality and significance of every single piece of Retina® jewellery – and will accompany you and your unique piece with the same care with which it was created.

For us, a free refreshment or ring size adjustment is part of this promise. Because such a personal piece of jewellery deserves not only appreciation, but also lifelong attention.

For you – and for what it means to you.

Signatur von Stefan Wacha, dem Gründer von RETINA
Portrait von Stefan Wacha, Gründer von RETINA®

Our promise – for a lifetim

Exklusive Lifetime Premium Servic

Portrait von Stefan Wacha, Gründer von RETINA®

We believe in the quality and significance of every single piece of Retina® jewellery – and will accompany you and your unique piece with the same care with which it was created.

For us, a free refreshment or ring size adjustment is part of this promise. Because such a personal piece of jewelry deserves not only appreciation, but also lifelong attention.

For you – and for what it means to you.

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Make an appointment

Contact us to arrange a consultation to discuss your ideas for your unique piece of jewelry.

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RetinaScan & Consultation

Once we or one of our global partners have carried out your RetinaScan and taken all the necessary measurements such as ring sizes, we start the design process together.

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Design process

Once you have received your personalised 3D jewellery animation, you can either request changes or approve our proposal for production.

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Manufacture

The magic begins in our Swiss workshop. After a wax mould is made, it is cast 1 to 1 in gold or platinum using a special casting process. Gemstones are then optionally set and engravings are applied.

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Time for champagne!

Start your Retina® discovery journey

Your personal Retina®Design experience starts in our studio, by phone, or via video.

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True luxury is: ultra-personalisation

A world of mass production

In a world where everything is delivered within 24 hours, even “luxury” seems impersonal. Initials on jewellery are sold as “personalisation”, but miss the mark – the true uniqueness is lost.

Our vision: uniqueness as a priorit

We believe that luxury should be something deeply personal. We make jewellery that celebrates individuality and connection – symbols of who you are and the relationships that matter most to you.

Luxury with meaning

It’s not about excess or excessive prices. It’s about timeless pieces that reflect your history, your uniqueness and your place in the world.

Luxury redefined

Today, luxury often means excess, inflated prices and mass production sold as exclusivity. At Retina, we see luxury differently: it’s about listening, understanding and creating something truly personal that reflects your personality.

We believe that true luxury lies in uniqueness – not in being ‘one of thousands’, but in being the only one. Your retina pattern, which formed before you were born, symbolises your inherent beauty and individuality. It tells the world: ‘You are good enough just as you are.’
Retina jewellery has a deeper value: it is made just for you, and it is not primarily about gold, platinum or diamonds – although we only use the finest materials. It is about celebrating your story, your connections and the beauty that is uniquely yours.

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