This impressive limited edition "Pill Ring" designed by Damien Hirst and manufactured by fine jeweler, Hoorsenbuhs in Venice,California, is one piece out of a worldwide production of only 25 units. It is part of this designer's " Cathedral Collection" which was produced and marketed in 2014. This particular example is expertly and realistically crafted in primarily 18K white gold with rose gold accents, and is set with assorted modern round brilliant cut diamonds, rubies and blue sapphires. Very dimensional and authentic capsules and pills are a tribute to "Valium, Vicodin and Viagra." The chain link motif marks identify the maker as Hoorsenbuhs. The artist is renowned for his fascination and depiction of pharmaceuticals, produced in a variety of mediums. The design area measures one inch by one inch, and in all, rises almost 1/2 inch above the finger when worn. Inside the ring are stamped the designer's and maker's initials, and 6 of twenty five indicating this unit's place in the limited edition. No gold karat mark is to be found, but testing and the maker's representation assure that this ring is crafted in 18K gold. Gross weight 51.85 grams.
Creator: Damian Hirst/ Hoorsenbuh
Metal: 18k
Weight: 51.85 Grams
Date of manufacture : Mid 20th Century
Ref: LSHILK/BM02lxbhh
This impressive limited edition "Pill Ring" designed by Damien Hirst and manufactured by fine jeweler, Hoorsenbuhs in Venice,California, is one piece out of a worldwide production of only 25 units. It is part of this designer's " Cathedral Collection" which was produced and marketed in 2014. This particular example is expertly and realistically crafted in primarily 18K white gold with rose gold accents, and is set with assorted modern round brilliant cut diamonds, rubies and blue sapphires. Very dimensional and authentic capsules and pills are a tribute to "Valium, Vicodin and Viagra." The chain link motif marks identify the maker as Hoorsenbuhs. The artist is renowned for his fascination and depiction of pharmaceuticals, produced in a variety of mediums. The design area measures one inch by one inch, and in all, rises almost 1/2 inch above the finger when worn. Inside the ring are stamped the designer's and maker's initials, and 6 of twenty five indicating this unit's place in the limited edition. No gold karat mark is to be found, but testing and the maker's representation assure that this ring is crafted in 18K gold. Gross weight 51.85 grams.
Creator: Damian Hirst/ Hoorsenbuh
Metal: 18k
Weight: 51.85 Grams
Date of manufacture : Mid 20th Century
Ref: LSHILK/BM02lxbhh