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John Prip Moonstone and Sterling Silver Ring, c. 1960
$5,000
£3,813.84
€4,352.33
CA$7,031.31
A$7,717.03
CHF 4,055.41
MX$91,831.10
NOK 51,840.23
SEK 47,371.71
DKK 32,516.26
About the Item
This striking moonstone and sterling silver ring, crafted by renowned American modernist designer John Prip in 1960, showcases a bold yet sleek design. Weighing 27.21 grams and featuring Prip’s signature and “JP Sterling” cipher, it is a testament to his craftsmanship. The moonstone, measuring 0.75” in width, adds a modernist touch. Designed for both style and comfort, this size 6 ring offers a bold statement piece that remains effortlessly wearable.
John Prip was a prominent American metalsmith, educator, and industrial designer known for his innovative contributions to silver design. Born into a family of Danish silversmiths in New York, he moved to Denmark at age ten, where he apprenticed with a master silversmith and studied at the Copenhagen Technical School. Prip returned to the U.S. in 1948, where he began teaching at the School for American Craftsmen in New York. In 1953, he co-founded Shop One, a groundbreaking store showcasing artisans’s work.
Prip’s career flourished when he joined Reed
Barton as a designer-craftsman in residence, where he created pioneering silver and flatware designs. His work merged Danish craftsmanship with innovative design, balancing tradition and modernity. A founding member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths, his creations have been featured in major exhibitions. In 1986, Prip was recognized with a National Endowment for the Arts grant and is celebrated for his lasting impact on American metalsmithing.
- Creator:John Prip
- Ring Size:6 US, Not Resizable
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- Weight:27.21 g
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: MC54901stDibs: LU105223790832
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