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A Jewish German Silver Wedding Ring, Probably Circa 1800
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This exceptional Jewish wedding ring, likely crafted in Germany around 1800, is a striking and symbolic piece, richly imbued with tradition and meaning. Unlike conventional rings, this one is architecturally sculpted in the form of a large house, a style characteristic of Jewish wedding rings from the medieval and early modern periods, especially those used in Ashkenazi communities for ceremonial purposes.
The body of the ring features a large, realistically rendered house—a miniature building complete with arched windows, tiered rooflines, and a central turret or steeple that rises to a point. This structure, often interpreted as a symbolic representation of a Jewish home, reflects themes of faith, sanctity, and the founding of a household—core values of a Jewish marriage.
The ring itself is made entirely of silver, in accordance with Jewish tradition which called for wedding rings to be made from a single unbroken piece of metal, symbolizing unity and purity. The elaborate upper portion would have been prominently visible during the wedding ceremony, when the groom placed the ring on the bride's finger as part of the halachic (Jewish legal) act of betrothal.
Jewish ceremonial rings of this kind were often too large or bulky for daily wear and were kept as heirlooms or communal objects, used solely during the wedding rite. Their rarity today makes them especially prized by collectors and institutions.
This ring is a rare survivor of centuries-old Jewish tradition and artistry—a testament to the enduring symbolism of the home, faith, and union in Jewish life.
Hallmarked at the bottom of the ring loop.
.78ozt
- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 1.07 in (2.7 cm)Depth: 0.48 in (1.2 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5281245032602
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