Spicy Melon and Serrano Ham

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5 whole cloves

2 star anise

1 cinnamon stick

1 teaspoon coriander seeds

1 cup white wine vinegar

1 cup water

1/2 cup white sugar

3 pieces lemon rind

1/4 seedless watermelon, peeled and cubed

1/2 cantaloupe, peeled and cubed

8 thin slices Serrano ham

1 cup mixed good olives, preferably Manzanillas, Kalamatas or green garlic

Olive oil, for drizzling

Dash coarse or kosher salt