Nature s Magnificence in a Japanese Shakudo Ring

Green is the color of life and this ring centered with a 3.16-carat dark hued tsavorite gives this jewel a natural energy as well as lifelong beauty. The main gem is surrounded by 1....

A captivating blend of East meets West, this Victorian ring features an unique oval centerpiece crafted from Japanese shakudo — a traditional mixed-metal alloy of copper and gold kno...

Centering an elongated Shakudo form of a man in robes lounging on a pillow Depicted with sword atop engraved tassel pillows wearing a hat Organically shap...

Centering an oval-shaped Kashira - a decorative cap once adorning the hilt of a sword Measuring 16.5 x 35.0 mm - textured with deeply grooved scroll and heart motif surface Comprise...

Exceptional Shakudo ring with Japanese Menuki. Fabulous and one of a kind Shakudo cocktail ring. This ring has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished finish, chiseled 24kt gold and blackened patinated bronze (niiro). The main decorative element displayed, is a genuine Japanese Menuki depicting the figure of a fierce dragon with the mythical pearl. The menuki mounted in this ring is an original part, recovered from a genuine antique Japanese sword...

This is a very rare ring depicting a snake traveling through the grass in the historic Japanese art form of Shakudo, in 14 Karat Gold. The Shakudo pieces originated in the Samurai period in Japan and were created by esteemed artists who made ornaments to adorn swords and armor. When the Samurai period ended, these artists moved to making wearable art during the period of the 1870s - 1900. Here we have a very rare Shakudo piece of a snake traveling through grass. Notice the grace of the proportion of the images and the Japanese esthetic of asymmetry. The mixed metals Shakudo plaque is set in 14 Karat Gold. In the Victorian era the snake was the symbol of eternal love. It has come to symbolize sexuality, rebirth and wisdom. Snake jewelry is highly desirable and collected today. Provenance: From the collection of the legendary Edith Weber Jewelry from Edith Weber was worn on the red carpets of the Academy Awards and graced many major national magazines. Her store at The Carlyle was described as a historical jewel box with esoteric jewelry...