The ring "Khmelnytskyi. Deryevoyed's Pharmacy“ is part of the ”Magic Cities of Ukraine" collection, which combines the beauty of silver and the symbolism of Ukrainian cities.

The construction of this pharmacy, which towered over the one-story buildings of the historic city center, was a real event. Did you know that this very moment is mentioned in the historical detective story by Yuriy Datsenko, which conveys the scale and significance of the appearance of the modern building for the residents of Proskuriv at that time?

This ring is a unique gift for those who appreciate history, architecture, and Ukrainian culture. If you are currently abroad and miss your hometown, or just want to have a piece of it with you at all times, this jewelry will become not only a memorable souvenir but also an emotional bridge to your homeland.

The ring depicts Ludwig Derevoed's pharmacy (13 Proskurivska Street), a three-story modernist building built in 1890 according to the pharmacist's own design. Interestingly, the fourth floor was added in the 1960s.

The history of the Deryewoed family is particularly noteworthy: Ludwig's youngest daughter, Helena-Walentyna, became one of the first women doctors of medicine, received her education, and later became a famous pediatrician in Poland.

In addition to the architectural monument, the decoration features two black storks, rare birds that live in Khmelnytskyi, as well as three crossed arrows, the city's coat of arms.

"Khmelnytskyi. Deryevoyed's Pharmacy" is more than just a decoration. It is a talisman that preserves memories of Khmelnytskyi. Looking at the miniature silver house, it is easy to imagine mysterious cellars with arched vaults, showcases with medicines in glass bottles, and the figure of an ambitious pharmacist on the stairs...

The ring was created on 25.06.24, in the Oringo Jewelry House in Kharkiv. Author's collection by Elena Maslova.

Overall dimensions of the ring: width of the top on the finger - 15 mm, height above the finger - 2 mm, width of the ham at the base - 6 mm.

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