Darci Shea Bogdan | The Turn of Lycius

Artist: Darci Shea Bogdan, CaliforniaMaterials:  glass enamel, gold 24k, sterling silver, rhodolite garnetsSize: 8 Artist Statement: This ring is loosely inspired by the story of Lycius who a prince was once turned white raven by Artimes. He becomes a messenger of Apollo and was tasked to guard Coronis who was pregnant with Apollos child. In a rage Apollo punishes Lycius and turns him from a white to black by scorching him for failing his duty. From then on ravens have been closely associated with prophecy, foresight and the change of the seasons. In the America it is believed that a white raven helped bring the sun, moon and stars to earth, but turned black when it brought fire to humans.This kinetic ring is a symbol of change and magic and can be manipulated by the wearer. One onside is an opalescent white Raven on a limb with the new growths of spring under a crescent moon. On the other side is a Black Raven on the same limb with colors hinting to the approach of Autumn under a star