14K Yellow Gold Indigenous Art Ring, Signed "CH 12/98"

This finely crafted 14K yellow gold Indigenous art ring is signed “CH 12/98,” indicating it was created in December 1998. The signature is associated with either Charles Harper or Corrine Hunt, with attribution most likely to Corrine Hunt based on stylistic and historical context. The ring reflects the strong visual language of Northwest Coast art, expressed through balanced formline design and sculptural depth, embodying themes of strength, identity, and cultural continuity.

Corrine Hunt is a Kwakwaka’wakw artist and a member of the Raven Gwa'wina clan from Ts’akis on Vancouver Island. Since 1985, she has been creating contemporary works rooted in the traditions and stories of her heritage. She is internationally recognized as a co-creator of the medals for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games, which featured her original Killer Whale and Raven crest designs. Her contributions to Indigenous art were further honored with the National Aboriginal Achievement Award in 2011. Beyond her own practice, Hunt is deeply committed to mentoring emerging First Nations artists and advocating for the creative arts in British Columbia.

Alternatively, the ring may be the work of Kwakwaka’wakw artist Charles Harper, who began his career in 1974 and is widely respected for his masterful jewellery in gold, silver, and platinum. Harper is known for developing his own distinctive techniques and for creating powerful yet refined depictions of traditional crest figures such as the orca, thunderbird, bear, raven, eagle, and hummingbird. Whether by Hunt or Harper, this ring represents an exceptional example of Northwest Coast Indigenous jewellery, combining fine gold craftsmanship with profound cultural meaning.

• 14K yellow gold
• Gram weight is 5.8
• Current ring size is 10.25
• Measures approximately 0.09 cm from knuckle to knuckle
• Independently appraised value for insurance purposes: $4,420.00 (note: may not reflect selling price)

All items in the Estate Originals Collection are estate pieces created in years gone by. Although this item is in excellent condition, it could have some signs of its age and past enjoyment. The images shown are of the exact item you will receive.