Handmade Oak Leaf Ring, Sterling Botanical Leaf Ring, Vintage Nature Ring, Vintage Tree Jewelry, Nature Inspired Spoon Ring, Leaf Ring, 115

A beautiful wide spoon ring featuring detailed and Art Nouveau oak leaves. Oak leaves, often emblematic of strength, endurance, and longevity, are celebrated for their robust and majestic presence in both natural forests and symbolic imagery. Known for their distinctive lobed leaves, oak trees are revered in many cultures as sacred symbols of wisdom and nobility, reflecting their historical significance in heraldry and national emblems Originally a pattern made in the early 1900s, this would make a lovely gift for the nature lover or gardener in your life!

This ring is made from a vintage sterling silver spoon, 925, nickel-free. This ring will be adjusted to the size you request but it can easily be tightened or loosened at home should you want a different fit. As these are antique items, there may be minor wear and tear from its past life. Some rings may have engravings or markings. We do not offer any customization or marking removal at this time.

Spoon rings originated in 17th-century England. In those days, flatware was highly prized as it was made from solid silver and highly stylized and decorated in an heirloom manner. Popular lore explains that servants, unable to afford to buy 'proper' engagement rings would steal a flatware piece from their master's home. They would shape it into a ring and give it to their beloved for a marriage proposal. Thus, the earliest spoon rings served as symbols of love and commitment, in defiance of strict social and economic barriers.