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David Webb lion bracelet | This crossover

bracelet in the form of a lion, made of gold inset with

carved lapulis lazuli and diamonds, is a creation of

contemporary American designer David Webb.

Intricately carved head

My heart is mine

in the house of

hearts, my chest is

mine in the house

of chests, my heart

is mine, and is

content with me

From the Egyptian Book of the Dead, Chapter 26,

c.1550 BCE, engraved on lapis lazuli

Gold mane detailing

Carved lapis lazuli tail

Diamond eyes

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