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O.P. Jewellery and Ragnar Persson Commemorate the Historic Mythology of the Magpie

O.P. Jewellery and Ragnar Persson Commemorate the Historic Mythology of the Magpie

      The 10-piece jewelry collection emphasizes the importance of the magpie in Nordic mythology.

      Stockholm-based jewelry brand O.P. Jewellery has launched its latest collection, a collaboration with fellow Stockholm artist Ragnar Persson. Titled ‘SKATA SKATA’ – which translates to ‘MAGPIE MAGPIE’ in English – the collection honors the bird, which is linked to the giant Skadi and goddess Hel in Nordic myth. The brand’s slogan, “naive passion for shiny things,” has consistently evoked images of the magpie, aligning with the brand’s commitment to genuine, purposeful collections.

      Established in 2014 by friends Ola E. Bernestål and Per Örås, O.P. Jewellery adopts a contemporary approach to men's jewelry. Each timeless piece is meticulously designed to be worn alone or layered with others, enduring across seasons and trends for a lifetime.

      The unusual gothic tone of this collaboration adds a refreshing touch, reflecting folk painter Ragnar Persson’s signature intricate style featuring clawed talons, barbed wire, and feathers – all rich with symbolism in Nordic lore. Immersing himself in the realm of traditional folklore, Persson fuses classic natural motifs with modern gothic influences to create a collection that encapsulates the cultural resonance of the captivating bird.

      “We have admired Ragnar’s work for many years and have always been fond of it. His art strikes a perfect balance between cool, quirky, and precise — a fascinating kind of perfection. It is a true privilege to collaborate on a collection. Our mutual intrigue with the myths surrounding the magpie — a creature integral to O.P’s narrative from the beginning — made this partnership feel organic,” shares Ola, co-founder of O.P. Jewellery.

      Artist Cilla Ramnek showcases each of the 10 designs in a campaign photographed by renowned Scandinavian photographer Kristian Bengsson. Taken in Ragnar’s Stockholm studio, the images reveal the authentic rawness behind the creative process. Ramnek’s short nails, painted in various shades of the evil eye, rest on paint-splattered sinks, as she transitions between her desk, studio, and kitchen, enveloped in a thick Nordic blanket.

      The collection is now available at opjewellery.com.

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Starting with the taxi version, a fleet of Crown Sedan FCEVs is already operating on Tokyo's streets, with plans to expand to approximately 200 units by March 2026. Each vehicle features a distinctive black exterior, blue graphics, and unique Tokyo H2 decals on the sides.

The interior is fully equipped for taxi services, including an additional GPS system, a fare meter, and a clear barrier behind the driver’s seat. Passengers enjoy generous legroom, tablet-style screens mounted on the seatbacks, a separate touchscreen for climate controls in the central armrest, and seats equipped with a massage feature.

Toyota recognizes that the FCEV’s length of 5,030 mm (198 inches) can make it somewhat cumbersome on narrow city roads, but asserts that this is compensated by smooth acceleration and a quiet, refined ride. Taxi drivers appear to agree, with one stating, “I’ve never driven a car this good before.”

Taxi fares remain fixed at ¥500 ($3), the same as a standard Tokyo cab, making the hydrogen option a competitive alternative to the more prevalent Toyota JPN Taxi.

According to Toyota, the taxi initiative is intended to “help explore the optimal balance of hydrogen supply and demand.” President and CEO Koji Sato described it as “a tremendous first step with meaningful implications for large-scale social implementation.”

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The initiative extends beyond taxis. In December 2024, Toyota unveiled a Crown Sedan FCEV police car designed for the Fukushima prefecture, a region impacted by the 2011 nuclear disaster.

The patrol model features a striking black-and-white color scheme, equipped with roof-mounted strobe lights, bold "Police" lettering, and Mount Fuji-inspired graphics on the hood, replacing the standard Toyota badge with a gold emblem.

Both the taxi and police models utilize the standard Crown Sedan FCEV powertrain. A rear-mounted electric motor generates 180 hp (134 kW / 182 PS) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque, powered by a fuel cell from the Mirai.

Hydrogen is stored in three high-pressure tanks, providing an impressive range of up to 820 km (510 miles) per refuel.

For those who are skeptical about hydrogen, Toyota also offers a hybrid version of the Crown Sedan, which combines a 2.5-liter engine with dual electric motors.

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