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We don't know precisely when Gustav Manz made his first ring depicting a young elephant emerging from tall grass, but the year he spent working in South Africa's diamond fields as a young man in the late 1880s clearly was formative. A version of this ring appears in an early photograph of his own jewelry designs for customers such as Tiffany & Co, Cartier, and Black, Starr & Frost, many incorporating lions, tigers, bears and other wildlife.  

After moving to New York in the early 1890s, Manz used his leisure time to sketch animals at the city's park zoos (where over time he earned enough trust from the keepers that he was permitted to borrow a mountain lion cub to study and sketch at his leisure). His miniature, highly realistic, representations of iconic species in precious metal became a hallmark and are highly coveted by collectors today. 

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A GIFT FOR GOOD

Looking for that perfect gift for someone you love? 

By purchasing any of these sterling and gold accessories, you'll also be giving a gift to a group working to protect elephants and other endangered species. 

For over two decades Tusk has worked to promote and fund conservation, community development, and environmental programs across Africa. 

Each piece, inspired by the designs of early 20th century craftsman Gustav Manz, is hand-crafted in sterling or gold and from every sale a portion goes to support Tusk’s programs and help turn the tide on wildlife crime.

For current price list, or to place an order, please contact gustavmanz@gmail.com.