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Natural Lapis Lazuli Ring For Women, Silver Lapis Ring, Blue Stone Ring, Oval Gemstone Handmade Ring Women, Lapis Ring, Antique Gift For Her

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Hand carved Lapis lazuli ankh protection ring handmade in 925 silver with love and care

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Two Rings with Lotus Flowers

Egyptian, 1400-1200 BCE (New Kingdom)

[allaboutrings]

Art Deco 14k Gold Lapis and Diamond Ring

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"Ram in the Thicket" Statuette from Ur (Iraq), c.2600-2400 BCE: this statuette is made of lapis lazuli, shells, gold, silver, limestone, copper, and wood

This sculpture is about 4,500 years old. It was unearthed back in 1929, during the excavation of the "Great Death Pit" at the Royal Cemetery of Ur, located in what was once the heart of Mesopotamia (and is now part of southern Iraq).

Sir Leonard Woolley, who led the excavations at the site, nicknamed the statuette "ram caught in a thicket" as a reference to the Biblical story in which Abraham sacrifices a ram that he finds caught in a thicket. The statuette is still commonly known by that name, even though it actually depicts a markhor goat feeding on the leaves of a flowering tree/shrub. Some scholars refer to it as a "rampant he-goat" or "rearing goat," instead.

It was carved from a wooden core; gold foil was then carefully hammered onto the surface of the goat's face and legs, and its belly was coated in silver paint. Intricately carved pieces of shell and lapis lazuli were layered onto the goat's body in order to form the fleece. Lapis lazuli was also used to create the goat's eyes, horns, and beard, while its ears were crafted out of copper.

The tree (along with its delicate branches and eight-petaled flowers) was also carved from a wooden base, before being wrapped in gold foil.

The goat and the tree are both attached to a small pedestal, which is decorated with silver paint and tiny mosaic tiles made of shell, lapis lazuli, and red limestone.

This artifact measures 42.5cm (roughly 16 inches) tall.

A second, nearly-identical statuette was also found nearby. That second sculpture (which is also known as the "ram in the thicket") is pictured below:

There are a few minor differences between the two sculptures. The second "ram" is equipped with gold-covered genitals, for example, while the first one has no genitals at all; researchers believe that the other sculpture originally had genitals that were made out of silver, but that they eventually corroded away, just like the rest of the silver on its body.

The second "ram" is also slightly larger than the first, measuring 45.7cm (18 in) tall.

Both statuettes have a cylindrical socket rising from the goats' shoulders, suggesting that these sculptures were originally used as supports for another object (possibly a bowl or tray).

The depiction of a goat rearing up against a tree/shrub is a common motif in ancient Near Eastern art, but few examples are as stunning (or as elaborate) as these two statuettes.

Sources & More Info:

Penn Museum: Collections Highlight

Penn Museum: Ram in the Thicket

Expedition Magazine: Rescue and Restoration: a History of the Philadelphia "Ram Caught in a Thicket" (PDF version)

The British Museum: Ram in the Thicket

A Companion to Ancient Near Eastern Art: Statuary and Reliefs

World Archaeology: Ram in the Thicket

Cambridge Scholars Publishing: Colour in Sculpture: a Survey from Ancient Mesopotamia to the Present (PDF excerpt)

Goats (Capra) from Ancient to Modern: Goats in the Ancient Near East and their Relationship with the Mythology, Fairytale, and Folklore of these Cultures

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[gemville]

Nudo Deep Blue Rings by Pomellato

Translucent Blue Topaz Sitting Atop A Slice Of Lapis Lazuli and Mounted In Rose Gold

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Lapis Lazuli Gemstone Silver Women Ring, Natural Crystal And 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Beautiful Jewelry, Valentine Day Gift For Wife

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Jewelry by Jesse Monongya photographed by David Orr

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every piece of jewelry I own

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[allaboutrings]

Vintage 14k Gold Lapis Lazuli and Cobalt Enamel Dragon Ring

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[butterlaneantiques]

LAPIS LAZULI

For centuries, Afghanistan has been an important source for top-quality lapis. Historians beleive the link between humans and lapis lazuli stretches back more than 6,500 years. The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome.

Lapis lazuli is a powerful stone for thinking and spirituality, and it has a very high vibration. It’s believed to increase self-knowledge and awareness of one’s own thoughts and can help you to trust your inner wisdom.

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Lapis-Lazulis 14k Signet Ring 15160-8514

✨ Experience the elegance of the mid-20th century with our signet ring! 🪙 Meticulously crafted in 14k gold, it boasts the captivating beauty of lapis lazuli. A vintage marvel that whispers tales of a bygone era. Add a dash of history to your style.

Details: Lapis-Lazulis, 14k Ring.

Design Era: Mid 20th Century (1950-1970).

Size: 19.15 NL / 60.2 FR / 9¼ US / S UK, sizeable (Within reason. Contact seller for information).

Weight in grams: 11.

Condition: Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear.

This lovely piece ships from our store in the center of Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

We offer both registered shipping and local pickup at our store, with any applicable shipping costs refunded in the case of local pickup.

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Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli Sunshine Inlay Ring by Jacquie Aiche

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