Golden Nest

Discover the ancient art of keum boo in this  handcarved sterling silver ring that celebrates the protective embrace of nature's perfect architecture. Crafted through traditional sand casting techniques, this piece features a distinctive cupped circular "nest" that cradles a luminous pool of 24k gold.

The ring's sculptural design evokes the gentle curve of a bird's nest or the natural depression of a river stone, creating an intimate space that holds the eye and captures light. Within this carefully carved sanctuary, the traditional Korean technique of keum boo transforms the sterling silver surface—pure 24k gold is fused directly onto the silver through heat and pressure, creating a permanent bond that will never tarnish or wear away.

The result is a striking contrast between the cool, lustrous sterling silver and the warm, rich glow of pure gold. The keum boo's organic application mirrors the imperfect beauty found in nature, with subtle variations that make each piece truly one-of-a-kind.

Details:

• Handcarved and sand cast sterling silver
• 24k gold applied using traditional keum boo technique
• Cupped circular "nest" design
• Each piece is unique due to the handcrafted process
• Permanent gold fusion that won't tarnish or wear

By Robyn Johnsen. size 9