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Japan Shakudo Dragon Sword Cufflinks 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian 1870

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Rare Japan Shakudo Snake Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian Samurai circa 1870
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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...
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Dragon Foo Dog Shakudo Earrings Samurai Warrior Japan 14 Karat Gold Victorian
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Cartier Diamond White Enamel Formal Wear Dress Set Art Deco 1910 Cufflinks Studs
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This is an extraordinary museum quality Cartier French Diamond and Enamel Dress Set with Cuff Links, Studs and Buttons in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold and dating to the Art Deco period, Circa 1910, and in the original Cartier Art Deco velvet and silk lined red leather box. The Cartier jewels are made in France and are from the estate of one of America's most prominent families. The dress set is the epitome of Cartier elegance. The exquisite Cufflinks, Studs and Buttons are Platinum atop 18 Karat Gold. Each piece has a halo of brilliant Cartier Old Mine...
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