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On Museum Loan Until end of March This jewel is presently on exhibition at The Bruce Museum , Greenwich, CT, and is not available for sale at this time. Availability will be updated upon its return. Helen Ringus Gemstone 18K Gold Dolphin Pendant-Brooch An exceptional 18K yellow-gold nautical brooch and pendant by American designer Helen Ringus , depicting a gracefully arched dolphin entwined with an anchor. The sculptural composition evokes both strength and fluidity—hallmarks of Ringus’s craftsmanship. The anchor is set with vibrant rubies and sapphires , while the dolphin’s eye sparkles with a brilliant marquise-cut diamond . At the top, a diamond-encrusted platinum loop allows the jewel to be worn as a pendant, transforming seamlessly from brooch to necklace. A refined double-clip mechanism on the reverse ensures secure wear. The piece bears the designer’s hallmark “HR” and “18K” , authenticating it as an original work by Helen Ringus . Details Designer: Helen Ringus Period: 1990s Material: 18K yellow gold, platinum Gemstones: Rubies (~5.35 ct), sapphires (~7.5 ct), marquise diamond (~0.06 ct) Dimensions: approx. 3.25 in × 1.15 in (8.25 × 2.9 cm) Signature: HR / 18K Function: Convertible pendant-brooch A magnificent creation that embodies the ocean’s allure and the artistry of a master goldsmith. Available now at DSF Antique Jewelry About the Designer: Helen Ringus is an American jeweler celebrated for her bold motifs and mastery of 18K gold. After establishing her studio in New York, she later opened Wearable Art in Sarasota, Florida, where her sculptural, gemstone-rich designs—like this dolphin and anchor brooch—earned acclaim among collectors.
