Tunjo Ring
Ring with a double 24k gold bath, structured with a smooth band and an impressive flat, perforated front piece that reproduces the iconic anthropomorphic silhouette of a pre-Hispanic tunjo.
Handmade in Colombia
Choose your size
Ships within 48 h · Delivery in 3–5 business days in the US
How it looks.
In the mythical goldwork of the Muisca culture, tunjos were small votive figures made of pure gold, sculpted as sacred offerings to communicate with the gods and ask for their favor in the sanctuaries of the lagoon. Ancient goldsmiths crafted these stylized geometric silhouettes loaded with perforated patterns to consecrate the connection between the earthly world and the divine. This piece evokes ancestral spirituality, the magic of ancient rituals, and the profound legacy of the Andes.
The details, close up.
Material
Raw tinplate with 24k gold bath
Finish
2 baños de oro 24K
Size
7
Answered.
Reviews
Did you buy this piece? Reviews are enabled once your order is confirmed. Sign in to leave yours.