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What does “Mizpah” mean on a ring?
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Found on vintage jewelry, “Mizpah” is a Hebrew word meaning watchtower and can be loosely interpreted as “May God watch over you.” Mizpah rings were worn as a token of love or friendship during the Victorian era and are a popular collector’s item to this day. Browse a selection of Mizpah jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Mizpah Ring on 1stDibs
Circa 1900 9K Sentimental Mitzvah Band Ring with Stylized Block Letters
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 9K Victorian message ring with the word "Mizpah", set on a gold pattern of raised bands, has stylized decorative raised letters in what is called the Algerian font.
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Band Rings
Materials
10k Gold
Vintage Retro English 18K Yellow Gold Mizpah Wide Band Ring - Size 7 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro English 18K Yellow Gold Mizpah Wide Band Ring - Size 7 1/2. This beautiful Retro English Mizpah band ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Category
Vintage 1950s Retro Band Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

