Ocelotl Ring

KNIGHTS OF THE AZTEC EMPIRE
Ocelotl [oh-say-lo]: “Jaguar Warrior” in the Aztec language of Nahuatl

As fierce as the large cat they are named for, the Aztec Jaguar Warriors were revered for their prowess in battle. These ancient knights rose through the military ranks to become the most elite soldiers of their time.

BECOMING THE JAGUAR
To earn the title of Jaguar Warrior, a member of the Aztec army had to capture a total of four enemy soldiers during combat. Capturing opponents was said to honor their gods far more than simply killing enemy soldiers on the battlefield.

THE MODERN OCELOTL
Today, there are still those born with a jaguar heart. And whether they chose to enter the battlefield of life with a sword, their fists, or simply their convictions—their ambition and dedication have molded them into the modern-day Jaguar Warriors.

OCELOTL RING SYMBOLISM
Ocelotl Warrior – Dressed to embody the jaguar god Tezcatlipoca, the Ocelotl believed that wearing the jaguar pelt lent him all the apex predator’s prowess in battle.

Turquoise – Prized above even gold, the Aztecs believed this stone had healing properties that would bring strength, prosperity, and success in battle.

Lip Plug – Only the greatest warriors were given a chalchiuhtentetl by the emperor himself, a decorative turquoise stone lip plug.

Tonatiuh – The Aztec Sun God. Featured on the shank, he appears as he does on the Aztec calendar—with his obsidian tongue sticking out, demanding a sacrifice.

Under Gallery – A temple atop an Aztec pyramid, beneath the rays of the sun. The double-headed snake is a representation of the feathered snake god Quetzalcoatl.

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