The design blends old- and new-school motifs: Chinese dragons traditionally symbolize strength, prosperity and excellence, poignant in the wake of rising anti-Asian discrimination and violence. The structured signet shape and geometric dragon scales create a modern aesthetic, representing Chinatown’s evolution and future. Handcrafted in New York with love, the Welcome to Chinatown x SUBLIMA Chinese Dragon Signet Ring was originally carved in wax, then cast in metal and polished and oxidized by hand.
Materials: Recycled Brass or Recycled Silver
SUBLIMA references subliminal messages that produce hidden feelings; Kelly (owner and maker) loves that interesting, artful objects can move us in mysterious ways. The chance that her jewelry sparks that in anyone makes her supremely happy.
SUBLIMA is Kelly's brand of artful and sustainable jewelry that she hand makes in New York. She creates the jewelry by carving wax prototypes, which are molded and casted into recycled brass and sterling silver.The jewelry draws inspiration from well-loved objects in our everyday to visceral memories, and many of the pieces celebrate Asian heritage and culture.Also at the heart of SUBLIMA is giving back; since 2020, SUBLIMA has donated more than $65,000 to nonprofits supporting NYC's Chinatowns, after-school programming, affordable housing and food security.
