RETIRED James Avery Sterling Silver Ichthus Eternity Ring - Size 7.5

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This James Avery ring is crafted in sterling silver as a wide pierced band of repeating Ichthus fish that circle the entire shank without a break. Each fish is cut through the meta l with the crossed tail lines meeting the nose of the next one, so the motif reads as a continuous chain rather than a row of separate symbols. Flat rails run along the top and bottom edges to frame the openwork, and the darkened negative space behind the fish makes each silhouette stand out sharply against the polished silver. James Avery has been designing artisan jewelry in Kerrville, Texas since 1954, and this is a retired design from the brand's Christian symbol work. The eternity construction is what sets it apart: carrying the Ichthus all the way around the band turns a single symbol into an unbroken circle, which gives the design its meaning as much as its structure. The AVERY and STER stamps are crisp and clearly legible, which collectors always look for when authenticating. Sized 7.5 with a wide, flat profile and enough weight to feel substantial without being heavy. It arrives with a James Avery box and pouch. DetailsDesigner: James AveryHallmarks: AVERY, STERMetal: Sterling SilverMotif: Ichthus fishStyle: Pierced eternity bandRing Size: 7.5Status: Retired designIncludes: James Avery box and pouchCondition: Excellent estate condition Fun FactsJames Avery began handcrafting jewelry in Kerrville, Texas in 1954, working out of a two-car garage with a few basic tools.The Ichthus fish comes from the Greek word for fish, whose letters form an acrostic for a phrase naming Jesus Christ, and early Christians used it as a discreet sign of recognition. Show more