Narrow Silver Haida Eagle Wrap Ring by James Sawyer (Haida)

Material: Sterling Silver

Sizing: This wrap ring is adjustable & fits ring sizes 5-10.

• Fits ring sizes 5 to 10.
• 9.5 mm wide (0.375 inches wide) at the front of the ring where the metal overlaps.

Wrap Rings: 

• Wrap rings get their name from being one piece of metal that wraps around your finger. Their design makes easily adjustable and great to give as gifts because you don't need to know the ring size of the recipient.
• Note your ring size at checkout or if you don't know the ring size, it's an easy adjustment that any local jeweller in your area can make. 

Design:  Eagles represent strength, wisdom and balance. They are stealth hunters, strong, fierce, and intelligent in their understanding of the world around them. Although their physical presence exudes strength and commands attention, they move with grace and precision. They also symbolize partnership, choosing one eagle to mate with for life, and using the same nest year after year. In Haida art, eagles are visually represented by their short and curved beaks, sometimes with wings, feathers and talons showing. 

Made by Haida Artist, Ding Hutchingson

James Sawyer was born on Haida Gwaii in 1969. He is part of the Skidegate Giidins Clan. His lineage includes his uncle, Doug Wilson, argillite carver and author, and his grandfather, Ike Hans, argillite and wood carver. He is also influenced by fellow Haida artist and friend, Reg Davidson. James grew up in Richmond, British Columbia, and then moved home to Haida Gwaii in 1992. At that point, James started to develop his art skills by learning from the late Pat Wesley.

James started to practice art full time in 1997. Initially his focus was with paddles and graphics, then he began working on the designs for button blankets, vests, and logos. Later he started to work in wood and particularly with the steaming, folding and designing of bentwood boxes with relief carving. Today he primarily works in gold, silver and copper engraved jewellery.