Antique Japanese Shakudō Daikoku Ring 15k Gold c. 1910 Heraldic Ring especially as the bird and

especially as the bird and diamond are raised in relief

just to see

Such an organic piece of craftsmanship

jewelry became a language of conviction

with a combined total carat weight of approximately

Antique Japanese Shakudō Daikoku Ring 15k Gold c. 1910 Heraldic Ring especially as the bird andThere is something endlessly fascinating about an object that has lived more than one life. This ring began as a tiny work of Japanese art, painstakingly crafted to be admired in another form entirely, before finding new purpose in the hands of an early twentieth century jeweler. The smiling figure is believed to be Daikoku, one of Japans Seven Lucky Gods, revered as the bringer of prosperity, abundance, and good fortune. Shown holding his magical