Iris Apfel's Highly Documented Vintage Silver Tibetan Amber Ring

From Iris Apfel's personal collection: an incredibly rare find! Iris Apfel's Highly Documented Vintage Tibetan Amber Ring is so special because it's one of the few rings she wore frequently at public events, seen in our photo gallery. Iris was known for her beautifully excessive accessorizing, but she rarely wore rings: except this one. She must have really loved it and had a really special affinity for it. Perhaps she picked it up on one of her world trips.

This ring is also featured in a full page spread in Iris's book Accidental Icon (2018). Please see the last photo for reference.

This chunky, silver ring with the perfect patina has stunning textural detail going all the way around the band. The main event is the center stone, likely either amber or a resin amber mix frequently seen in antique tribal jewelry from Southeast Asia, in Berber Morocco pieces and elsewhere. The ring is likely an antique Tibetan piece. At its monumental scale, it's a very rare find.

Due to their authentic provenance and delicate nature, items from the personal collection of Iris Apfel are final sale and non-returnable. Each piece will arrive with a provenance card.

Dollchunk Bazaar is not affiliated with the estate of Iris Apfel, all of Iris Apfel's items were purchased from a recent Iris Apfel Estate public summer auction in New York City.

SIZE: Measures 8.5 US on a mandrel, but because of the width it fits a size 7.5-8 US best.

MATERIALS: Silver, amber/resin amber.

ERA: Estimated early 1900s.

CONDITION: In good secondhand condition, with some normal wear and tear that comes with age. Light visible scratching throughout.

By purchasing items from Dollchunk Bazaar, you recognize that all items are secondhand--sometimes over 100 years old!-and therefore have normal wear and tear. The condition of all items can be seen in photos. If you have any questions, reach out to customerservice@dollchunk.com before purchasing.