LALOUNIS Estate Greek 18k Sapphire, Ruby, & Emerald Snake Ring 1990 and incorporates an eye-catching wavy

and incorporates an eye-catching wavy pattern

The lower jade component is held within a bezel-setting

it is hand crafted in vibrant 15ct yellow gold and has a wonderful Etruscan wirework motif applied to the surface

) rich gemstones

The center of each flower is represented by a smooth and simple three-dimensional ball

LALOUNIS Estate Greek 18k Sapphire, Ruby, & Emerald Snake Ring 1990 and incorporates an eye-catching wavyProlific jewelry designer Ilias Lalaounis was born in Athens, Greece in 1920. Descending from a family of goldsmiths, he apprenticed under his uncle's jewelry firm to become a master craftsman. In 1941 he took over the family business, and later developed a vision for his signature style during the 1950s. Inspired by his passion for prehistoric motifs, artifacts, and Greek mythology, he studied traditional methods of artistry, branching out on his own