Antique 9ct Yellow Gold And Single Strand Elephant Hair Ring
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A sweet survivor from days gone by this Raj era (1858-1947) single strand Elephant hair ring is truly delightful, and can be worn alone or stacked with other rings.
A powerful symbol of wisdom, strength and protection, African mythology describes the Elephant as a connection between heaven and earth. It is believed that the soul of elephants pass through their tails when they die, and so jewellery made from Elephant tail hair provided protection, wisdom, strength and good fortune.
This refined and chic example is crafted from 9ct gold and a single strand of Elephant hair in the enduring perfect circle of life style.
In wonderful condition for its age with no wear to the gold or shredding to the Elephant hair, this highly collectible, unusual ring is truly remarkable.
*See below for a history of Elephant hair jewellery.
STONES
None
ERA
Victorian to Edwardian
MEASUREMENTS
2.24mm at gold widest point / Elephant hair 1.70mm
WEIGHT
0.30 Grams
MARKS
None
Tested a slightly higher than 9ct gold
SIZE
L 1/2 or 16.5mm diameter US 6
Cannot be resized
CONDITION
Excellent antique condition. No flaking or wear to Elephant hair. Gold is bright, no damage, strong and attached perfectly to Elephant hair. Very solid, no bending or ‘give’ in the ring. A piece that would remain in our collection if it was our size!!
HISTORY OF ELEPHANT HAIR JEWELLERY
Elephant hair jewellery is steeped in mythology and history, below is a very brief account.
Elephant hair jewellery originated thousands of years ago with the early African tribesmen who believed elephants were the only connection between the Heavens and the Earth. They would incorporate elephant tail hair into their jewellery to ward off illness, protect them from harm, to bring them love and happiness.
Later from around the mid eighteenth century when India came under British rule or 'Raj', British colonists, traders and tourist would travel to India to go on safari and hunt exotic game ( it happened.. we do not endorse this ) .... they would ride on the back of the elephant and when finished they would commission pieces of jewellery to be made from their favourite mounts tail hair ( the elephant was not harmed ! ).
These exotic pieces would be brought back home as reminders of their safari and given to loved ones as gifts.
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