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Twisted ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750 thousandths). Ring composed of a solid gold twist wrapped around a black animal hair (old organic material, elephant hair). The ring ends in a torque, with two gold balls. This jewel could be a ring or a scarf ring. French ring/ring, circa 1940.
Eagle head hallmarks and partially erased goldsmith's hallmark.
Finger size: 48 or 4.5 US (ask for a quote for sizing)
Ring width: 3 mm
Weight: 6 gr
Historical point: the appearance of elephant hair jewelry dates back to the beginning of the 20th century during the Universal Exhibition in Paris. It was there that the first jewelers had the idea of using this rigid, dark and thick material that went so well with the warm tones of yellow gold. Currently, most elephant species are protected by the CITES convention, the convention on international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora.
To find out more, read our article on this subject: " Elephant hair in jewelry "
*The antique box is not sold with the jewel*
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