Fauna Motif Fine Jewelry Designs Highlight Doyle’s Upcoming Sale

The largest mammal in the animal world, the elephant is a popular motif in fine jewelry designs, inspired by various trends and traditions. Considered sacred across South East Asia, the animal is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Ganesh, an elephant-headed deity in Hindu mythology. Since time immemorial, the majestic creature has been regarded as a strong connection between paradise and earth in African cultures. It is also a significant icon of wildlife preservation today. An elephant-motif jewelry set is a key highlight of the upcoming auction from Doyle. The lot comprises a cuff bangle bracelet, pair of hoop earclips, and a band ring. The duel-toned white and yellow gold pieces are studded with round diamonds and small round emeralds for the elephants’ eyes. An Ilias Lalaounis lion’s head bracelet also leads the catalog. The braided gold piece is designed with detailed manes, two pairs of small round ruby eyes, sapphires, emeralds, and diamonds. 

Another notable accessory in the auction is an 18-karat rose gold-plated sterling silver serpent bracelet-watch from Alexis. It is fashioned with quartz, turquoise and off-white enamel scales, as well as a diamond and white gold hood. Visit Doyle to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Jewelry & Luxury Handbags sale.