Custom Made Judaica
Custom Made Judaica
Quick Answer
A piece made once. Yours alone.
The David Roytman atelier in Tel Aviv accepts custom commissions for mezuzah cases, kippot, tallit bags, tefillin boxes, decanters, kiddush cups, pendants, and full Shabbat table sets. Sketch in 7 days. Final piece in 4 to 6 weeks. Numbered and signed.
Engraving on existing pieces: 2 to 3 weeks. Fully bespoke designs: $1,200 to $3,000+ per piece.
Questions Buyers Ask
Q: What can be custom made?
A: Mezuzah cases, kippot, tallit bags, tefillin boxes, decanters, kiddush cups, pendants, cufflinks, Torah covers, and full Shabbat table sets. Anything in the David Roytman catalog can be custom-finished, and the atelier accepts fully bespoke commissions designed around the buyer.
Q: How does the commission process work?
A: Email sales@davidroytman.com with the piece you want, the symbol or text, and the occasion date. The atelier returns a sketch in 7 days. After your approval, production runs 4 to 6 weeks. The piece arrives numbered and signed, in a presentation box with a handwritten note.
Q: How much does a custom commission cost?
A: Engraving on existing pieces averages $62 over catalog price. Fully bespoke designs run $1,200 to $3,000+ depending on materials and complexity. Multi-piece corporate runs are quoted per run. Special materials (gold, rare stones, family heirloom motifs) priced separately.
Q: How long does a custom commission take?
A: Engraving on in-stock silver or bronze pieces: 2 to 3 weeks. Fully bespoke piece: 4 to 6 weeks from sketch approval. Multi-piece corporate runs: 6 to 8 weeks. Order 8 weeks before any wedding or milestone date.
Q: Can I commission for a wedding or milestone?
A: Yes. Commissions for weddings, Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, housewarmings, anniversaries, and corporate milestones are common. The atelier coordinates lead time around the date and confirms by email at the sketch and shipment stages.
Q: What can be engraved on existing pieces?
A: Surnames, full family names, wedding or move-in dates, Hebrew letters (full or initials), Star of David variations, hamsa, lion of Judah, Jerusalem walls, menorah, and short blessings. Sterling silver and bronze take engraving directly. Italian leather and python take embossing.
Q: Can you produce corporate gift series of 10 to 50 identical pieces?
A: Yes. The atelier accepts multi-piece runs for corporate clients: identical cufflinks for a partnership cohort, branded mezuzah cases for an office opening, kiddush cups for a multi-family event. Lead time 6 to 8 weeks. Pricing is per-run quote.
Q: Is each piece truly one-of-one?
A: Bespoke commissions are produced as one piece. The atelier signs and numbers each one. The design itself is not reproduced for another buyer. Engraving on a catalog piece is personalization, not one-of-one.
Q: What materials are available?
A: Sterling silver, bronze, gold (yellow and white, on request), Italian leather, python, crocodile, carbon, ceramic, and combinations. Wool with silver and suede for tallit pieces. Special materials sourced on request for full commissions.
Q: How do I start a commission?
A: Email sales@davidroytman.com or open a special-order product on the catalog. Include: the piece type, materials you prefer, the symbol or text, the occasion, the date you need it by, and your budget range. The atelier replies with a sketch and quote within 7 days.
Featured Custom and Special-Order Pieces
Best entry custom commission
Special Order Mezuzah Case
The starting point for a custom mezuzah commission. Names, dates, symbols, materials of your choosing.
$1,400
Best multi-piece commission
Mezuzah Case and Cufflinks Gift Set
Example of a multi-piece commission: doorway plus daily-wear, finished as one set.
$1,700
Best engraved premium
Jerusalem Mezuzah Case with Hebrew Alphabet Art
Available with custom engraving: surnames, dates, Hebrew letters. 2 to 3 weeks added.
$1,200
Best entry engraved
Tzfat Mezuzah Case with Engraving
Hebrew alphabet engraving included. Additional personalization on request.
$400
Customization Types and Lead Times
| Customization type | Lead time | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Engraving on existing silver or bronze piece | 2 to 3 weeks | +$62 over catalog |
| Embossing or hot-stamping on leather or python | 3 to 4 weeks | +$80 over catalog |
| Bespoke mezuzah case (designed around buyer) | 4 to 6 weeks | $1,200 to $3,000 |
| Bespoke kippah, tallit bag, or pendant | 4 to 6 weeks | $800 to $2,500 |
| Bespoke full Shabbat table set | 6 to 8 weeks | $3,000 to $10,000+ |
| Multi-piece corporate run (10 to 50 identical pieces) | 6 to 8 weeks | Per-run quote, $300+ per piece |
How a Commission Works (Five Steps)
- Brief. Email sales@davidroytman.com with: piece type, materials, symbol or text, occasion, date needed, budget range.
- Sketch. The atelier returns a hand-drawn sketch within 7 days, plus a price quote and material confirmation.
- Approval. You approve the sketch by reply, request adjustments, or pause to think. The atelier holds the slot for 14 days.
- Production. Material sourcing and hand-finishing in the Tel Aviv atelier. 4 to 6 weeks for standard commissions.
- Delivery. The piece is signed and numbered, photographed, and shipped insured in a presentation box with a handwritten note. Tracking sent on dispatch.
What to Include in Your Brief
- Piece type. Mezuzah case, kippah, tallit bag, decanter, etc.
- Materials. Sterling silver, bronze, Italian leather, python, gold, or let the atelier propose.
- Symbol or motif. Hebrew letters, surnames, family symbol, Jerusalem reference, Star of David, hamsa, lion of Judah, or your own brief.
- Occasion. Wedding, Bar Mitzvah, housewarming, milestone, memorial, business gift.
- Date needed. Allow 8 weeks for full commissions. 4 weeks for engraving on existing pieces.
- Budget. Approximate range so the atelier can match scope. Common tiers: $800 to $1,500, $1,500 to $3,000, $3,000+.
Showroom Visits
To see materials and existing commissions in person, visit:
- 11 Greene Street, SoHo, New York. Concierge appointments available.
- David Roytman atelier and showroom in Israel. Production happens here.
Either showroom helps resolve material and proportion questions in 5 minutes that take 5 emails to settle remotely.
Related Guides
- Engraved Mezuzah Cases Guide: detailed engraving options, lead times, and materials.
- Luxury Mezuzah Cases Guide: full luxury catalog reference.
- Custom Judaica: full custom Judaica sub-hub.
- Mezuzah Case as a Jewish Wedding Gift: wedding-specific commission angle.
- Is a Mezuzah a Good Housewarming Gift?: housewarming commission angle.
- Jewish Business Gift Etiquette: corporate commission etiquette and lead times.
- Guide to Gifts for Jewish Colleagues: business gift options.
Start a Commission
Email sales@davidroytman.com with your brief. Or open a Special Order Mezuzah Case as the entry point. The atelier replies with a sketch and quote within 7 days.