This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. The roped arches surrounding the obsidian moon are there as a symbol of protection, says Fabio Rizzo as he describes his masculine design. The ring is crafted by hand of sterling silver mined in Taxco.
Product Features:
- Weight: 0.53 oz
- Ring front dimensions: 0.7" L x 0.9" W x 0.3" H
- Band width: 7 mm
- Style: Cocktail
- Gemstone colors: Black
- Gemstone shapes: Oval
- This ring cannot be resized
- One bezel-set oval-cut obsidian measures 8 mm wide x 10 mm long
- Metal: 925 Sterling silver
- Finish: Combination
- Made in Mexico
Story Behind the Art:
I believe that in some way I bring some happiness to the people who like my designs. I've been looking for a way of life ever since I was young. I've been through some hard times, including during my travels through Latin America. But I was able to return safely back home by selling the jewelry I crafted with beads, ceramic and alpaca. One of my dreams for the future is to live in the countryside with the person I love, planting and eating my own products, keep animals and, in some way contribute to bring peace to the world.
Designing jewelry makes me feel alive! I was born in Italy and when I was traveling I found in Mexico the perfect place to get started, especially in Taxco. Here I studied at the School of Fine Arts as well as with a renowned master. I worked very hard to learn this craft, which I consider it to be an art form without end. I work mainly with silver. What I find to be truly challenging is the creation of a design and then transform it into a piece of jewelry that everyone will like. Sometimes I find it difficult to concentrate and focus. Starting on my own was very challenging too. I worked very hard for very long periods of time and losing sleep.
I find inspiration in nature, in ethnicity and in my thoughts. I source my materials from my community. I purchase here the silver, gems and tools that I need. I believe that in some way I bring some happiness to the people who like my designs. I enjoy working with people who collaborate, find a way to interpret my designs and above all, who are passionate about what they do. Fabio signs with his full name's initials FMR, Fabio Marcello Rizzo.
All weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed information. Treatment code N (obsidian). See for further information.
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