As a coral enthusiast and long-time jewelry lover, I have found myself drawn more and more toward cameo and carved jewelry. This particular ring, a phenomenal ram carving, has bewitched my curatorial senses. I love the color variation in the specimen, I love the marriage of this carving, which was perhaps once a stick pin or part of a larger piece, to this later 19th-century shank. Art Nouveau lilies curl up the sides, forming a true meeting of masculine and feminine design motifs to create a striking balance in this wearable sculpture.

Materials & Features: coral, 12-15ct

Age/Origin: 18th C, Late 19th C shank

Measurements: 2.4 grams, Size 9, 1.1" across finger top

Condition: Excellent condition. Minor associated age wear. 

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