John Varvatos Sterling Silver Skull Ring

• Sterling Silver

Both esthetically and literally this piece is everlasting. Its impressive design transcends fashion trends. Its sturdy structure and metal selection make it last for decades in the same state it’s going to be when it comes to your door.

Over the years he spent designing high-end menswear, John Varvatos formed a signature style that lives in his every piece, but none more so than this ring for two specific reasons. The use of a skull as a motif and the metal used.

The artist used his favorite material Sterling Silver because it’s the most durable precious metal. It retains its characteristics regardless of conditions it finds itself in and can’t bend or dent with everyday, accidental hits it may suffer over the years. Its shine which is even stronger than standard silver’s, also lasts a lot longer. The enhancements inside of it protect it from tarnishing.   

When it comes to appearance, the ring carries a rugged look brought to life by the marks of the jeweler’s hammer. Silver skull interrupts the composition and bulges out of the ring to give us an eerie feel and remind us to live for the moment, at least once in a while. Smooth edges prevent uncomfortable embedding and provide an easy way to slide the ring off your finger or put it on.

The long and laborious handcrafting process means much higher quality and a higher level of connection to the item. But it also means the supply is minimal. There are only a few dozen Skull Rings by John Varvatos worldwide.

Concealed on the inner side of the ring, there’s a hallmark with the designer’s initials- JV.