Penny Roo

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Penny Roo transforms a humble pre-decimal Australian penny into a vivid hand-painted miniature artwork.

The familiar kangaroo motif is reimagined through layers of colour and painterly surface treatment, creating an atmosphere that feels somewhere between desert light, oxidised metal, and dreamscape. The coin’s original markings remain visible beneath the painting, preserving its history while shifting it into a new ornamental context.

Set in sterling silver and sealed beneath a protective coating, the piece balances nostalgia, national symbolism, and playful reinvention. What was once an everyday object becomes intimate, luminous, and unexpectedly precious when worn on the hand.

Penny Roo explores memory, value, and transformation through materials already touched by time and circulation.

The ring top is approximately 33mm across and 30mm from top to bottom.

Ring size M (16.3mm internal diameter).

What It Is

A hand-painted sterling silver ring featuring a reclaimed pre-decimal Australian penny.

What It is Made Of

Sterling silver, reclaimed pre-decimal Australian penny, paint, and protective coating.

How to Use

Wear as a statement ring or collectible art jewellery piece. Avoid prolonged contact with water, perfumes, and abrasive surfaces to preserve the painted finish.

Notes

This is a one-off original artwork by Rose Agnew. The ring cannot be resized, though similar works may be commissioned in alternative sizes.

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