Victorian Large Mixed Metals Shakudo Dragon Ring dog All of the other links

All of the other links are in excellent condition

The complimentary bail is secure and intact

Five graduated Single Cut diamonds are in a tiara-like frame atop an Old Mine Cut diamond and another Single Cut stone

A wonderful "happy diamond" ring

The bracelet look beautiful worn alone or with other bangles and would make a perfect addition to any collection

Victorian Large Mixed Metals Shakudo Dragon Ring dog All of the other linksShakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords. Artisans would sometimes remove the Shakudo plaques from the armor and incorporate it into jewelry or art. It has become very collectible and quite unusual. This impressive and substantial ring from the Victorian era (ca1880) is a wonderful example of the Shakudo craft! The ring consists of a large, oval shaped Shakudo plaque, which rests atop a swirled