Delphinoidea Ring

ring
(1) Size 57/58, 32 g, 7 mm wide band, 10 mm high construction
(2) Size 61/62, 34 g, 7 mm wide band, 13 mm high construction
(3) Size 62/63, 34 g, 7 mm wide band, 13 mm high construction
Sterling silver (935)
Unique piece

Scientists have discovered that some bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay off the coast of Western Australia are picking up sponges from the seabed and using them as a tool to aid their foraging. This behavior, known as "sponge catching," is often compared to wearing gloves: the sponges protect the dolphins' sensitive skin as they dig for prey in the coarse sand and among sharp rocks. Researchers suspect that this particular hunting technique is passed down from mothers to their young. "Physical Touch" as a marine language of love.

These three rings were hand-modeled in wax and cast using the lost-wax casting process. The designs combine industrial shackles with a typical sponge texture. Each ring is a unique piece, marked accordingly (1/3 - 3/3). Shipping will take place on the next business day.