Rams Head Ring in 925 Silver, 1960s

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“Ram's Head” Ring, 925 Silver, 1960s
Type: Ring
Period: 1960s
Material: 925 Silver
Total jewelry weight: 10 g
Inner dimensions: … Read more “Ram's Head” Ring, 925 Silver, 1960s
Type: Ring
Period: 1960s
Material: 925 Silver
Total jewelry weight: 10 g
Inner dimensions: 1.56 x 1.45 cm
Outer diameter: 2.90 x 2.35 x 1.46 cm

Magnificent 925 sterling silver ring decorated with a ram's head, made around the 1960s. This piece of jewelry has a Hellenizing character, following the style of Ilias Lalaounis, the celebrated Athenian goldsmith who revitalized classical Greek tradition through designs with an archaeological spirit and timeless modernity.
The ring features a smooth body with incised decorations near the ram's head that lend the piece dynamism. This head is an imposing figure that serves as a crown. Meticulously crafted, its spiraling horns, pronounced snout, and intense expression lend a majestic presence, evoking the classic iconography of the ram as an emblem of power, fertility, and protection. Since the band is not closed, the size can be easily adjusted.
The contrast between the polished surfaces and the chiseled decorations reveals meticulous craftsmanship. Its weight and volume make it a statement piece, designed to stand out from the outfit with sobriety and character. See less