Totorere – Shell Link ring and Diamond in Gold

Hand finished stylised 9ct yellow Gold ‘ Totorere- Shell Link ‘ ring – medium.

Set with a 2.5mm brilliant cut natural Diamond – symbolic of the ocean .

The original shell found  on Mt.Maunganui beach – moulded then stylised

A unique piece, open top giving it a contemporary vibe.

Size O.5

• Māori Name: Totorere.
• Symbolism: Represents strength, resilience, and enduring beauty, as the shell withstands the ocean’s force.
• Name: Totorere (Māori) or Large Ostrich Foot (English).
• Scientific Name: Struthiolaria papulosa.
• Appearance: A spindle-shaped shell with a spiral of sharp knobs and brown streaks.
• Eroded Form: The heavy lip breaks off and washes ashore as smooth, ring-like shapes, often called “totorere rings” or “ostrich foot rings”.

NOTE: Gold prices are subject to change

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