Gaza Ring is a hand-forged silver ring featuring a Palestinian 2 mils coin from 1935. The coin has not been altered but incorporated into a new object. By transforming a historic currency into apiece of jewelry, its meaning shifts without losing its origin. The ring moves between history, value, and ownership. Its raw finish reveals the making process and emphasizes the craftsmanship behind the work. The piece invites viewers to reflect on the stories that objects carry over time. Gaza Ring is an object in which the past and the present coexist. Palestina forever.
