Vintage Forest Nymph Spoon Ring in Sterling Silver Antique Mother Nature

A nymph is a minor female nature deity in ancient Greek folklore. Distinct from other Greek goddesses, nymphs are generally regarded as personifications of nature, are typically tied to a specific place or landform, and are usually depicted as maidens. Spoon rings are widely considered to have originated in 17th century England, when people began to make rings from the metal handles of table flatware. In those days, flatware was highly prized. The pieces were typically made of solid silver and often displayed the family crest of the wealthy family who commissioned, owned, and used the pieces. Lore explains that, at that time, servants first began to create rings from the cutlery. The servants couldn't afford to buy 'proper' engagement rings when they wanted to get married. The legend goes, they would steal a flatware piece from their employers home, and shape it into a ring to give for a marriage proposal. The earliest spoon rings served as symbols of love and commitment. Symbolizing feminine intuition and inner knowledge and spirituality. This is a handmade sizable item. Sizing is based solely on where it sits on my size Buyers Purchase Agreement; Because the size and shape can be tampered with, no returns will be allowed for sizing or alignment issues I do not take returns on hand crafted items. This is a final sale. Due to growing buyer fraud all items are photographed with date stamp prior to shipping. No returns will be allowed if photos contradict buyers claim.