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Guard Braid

Made by Mariia Khas.

A sterling silver braid ornament: a lion holding a movable ring in its mouth — a lion with dragon horns, a traditional symbol of strength, wisdom, and good fortune. The image has stood in architecture for centuries as a mark of protection and guardianship.

Made to order
Cast by hand, one at a time
Ships in
about three weeks

As seen in Rubin MuseumMy Modern MetSCMPHarper's Bazaar